Marvel's Avengers is increasing the grind required to level up in next update Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Marvel's Avengers is increasing the grind required to level up in next update Cosmetics rework incoming too. News by Matt Wales Reporter Updated on 4 Mar 2021 70 comments Developer Crystal Dynamics has announced it'll be making it harder to level up in Marvel's Avengers as part of the game's next update. Writing on the Marvel's Avengers website, Crystal Dynamics explained the aim of its upcoming XP rework is to replace the "straight line" levelling system currently employed by the game with a levelling curve. This will result in players needing more XP to level up in-game from level 25 onward, with the amount increasing as the level 50 cap draws closer, meaning it'll take additional time to reach higher character levels. While it's tempting to read the increased grind as a cynical attempt at keeping players embroiled in the Avengers' live service game for longer, Crystal Dynamics insists the goal is to fix pacing issues with the existing levelling system, arguing the speed the game currently awards skill points "may be confusing and overwhelming" to newer players. "We want each decision to invest in a skill or Heroic to be more meaningful", it writes. Watch on YouTube Marvel's Avengers WAR TABLE Deep Dive - Hawkeye. In something of a tacit acknowledgement players might not be entirely receptive to the move, Crystal Dynamics suggests, "If you have a character who isn't level 50 and want to speed up their progress, take this time to do so before the update on March 18." Alongside this XP rework, Crystal Dynamics is making changes to the way certain cosmetics are rewarded in-game. It'll no longer be possible to obtain random cosmetic drops through strongboxes, from missions, by levelling up, or from the cosmetics vendor. Instead, players will first need to earn sufficient in-game Units to purchase them - a move the developer says will provide "more player agency and clarity". This change will require a rework to the cosmetics vendor, and many random drop items will temporarily be removed from the game in the next update until development is complete. Crystal Dynamics' XP and cosmetics rework will come to Marvel's Avengers on 18th March alongside new playable hero Hawkeye and the long-awaited PS5 and Xbox Series X/S update. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 3 Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 13 Latest Articles Digital Foundry Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090: a new level in graphics performance The Digital Foundry video review - and how the new GPU champion delivers for 4K 120fps gaming. Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 3 Feature Evercore Heroes wants to wind people up the right way "There's less rage at them, because they didn't end your fun." Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store