Mouse acceleration is a major drawback for competitive shooters, and Marvel Rivals is no exception. Frustratingly, the game enables mouse acceleration by default, without providing an in-game option to disable it. Here's how to fix that.
How To Turn Off Mouse Acceleration in Marvel Rivals
Since the game lacks an in-game setting, you'll need to directly edit the game's configuration file. It's easier than you think:
- Press Windows key + R, type
%localappdata%, and press Enter. - Locate the
Marvelfolder, then navigate toMarvelSavedConfigWindows. - Open the
GameUserSettings.inifile using Notepad (or your preferred text editor). - Paste the following lines at the end of the file:
[/Script/Engine.InputSettings]
bEnableMouseSmoothing=False
bViewAccelerationEnabled=False- Save the changes (Ctrl + S) and close the file.
- Right-click
GameUserSettings.ini, select Properties, check the "Read-only" box, and click Apply.
You've successfully disabled mouse acceleration in-game. For optimal results, ensure mouse acceleration is also disabled in your Windows settings:
- In the Windows search bar, type "Mouse" and select "Mouse settings."
- Click "Additional mouse options" in the top right corner.
- Go to the "Pointer Options" tab and uncheck "Enhance pointer precision."
- Click Apply and OK.
What Is Mouse Acceleration & Why Is It Bad For Marvel Rivals?
Mouse acceleration dynamically adjusts your cursor speed based on your mouse movement. Faster movements result in higher sensitivity, while slower movements lower it. While convenient for general desktop use, this is detrimental in shooters like Marvel Rivals.
Consistent sensitivity is crucial for building muscle memory and improving aim. Mouse acceleration disrupts this by constantly changing your sensitivity, hindering your ability to develop precise aiming skills.
With mouse acceleration disabled, you'll enjoy a more responsive and predictable aiming experience, leading to improved gameplay.
Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
