"Marvel Rivals to Launch New Heroes Monthly from Season 3"

Discover the latest updates from Marvel Rivals as developers unveil plans to invigorate the game with new heroes monthly and shorter seasons. Dive into the details about post-Season 2 developments, including new characters and skins.

Marvel Rivals Upcoming Changes

New Heroes Every Month

To maintain the excitement that debuted with the game's launch, NetEase has decided to shift their strategy from releasing two heroes per season to introducing a new hero every month. This thrilling announcement was made by Marvel Rivals' Creative Director Guangguang and Lead Combat Designer Zhiyong during the Dev Vision Vol. 05 on April 4. They also shared plans to adjust the length of each season.

Starting from Season 3, seasons will now last two months instead of three, allowing for a new hero to be introduced each month. Guangguang stated, "After extensive internal discussions and thorough evaluation, we’ve decided that starting from Season 3, the seasons will shift to a two-month format, with a new hero debuting each month."

The pressure to keep the game engaging has been heightened by community feedback on social media. In response, the developers are also considering adding new game modes, potentially leading to the introduction of up to 12 new heroes annually. Balancing these new additions will be a significant challenge, but Guangguang assured fans that the team will rely on comprehensive data analysis, including pick rates, win rates, and other key metrics, to ensure game balance.

Season 2 Details and Future Plans

Season 2, titled Hellfire Gala, introduces a new hero, Emma Frost, who invites Marvel Heroes to the Mutant haven of Krakoa. Known as an X-Men villain with telepathic powers and the ability to transform objects into diamonds, Emma Frost will serve as a Vanguard in the game.

The Hellfire Gala event promises a luxurious celebration on the island, with a trailer showcasing new formal attire skins for characters like Luna Snow, Magneto, Cloak and Dagger, and Black Panther. The event draws inspiration from Marvel’s Hellfire Club, a society of influential elites.

Following Emma Frost’s debut, Season 2.5 will introduce Ultron, another iconic Marvel villain. The Hellfire Gala trailer hints at Ultron's arrival with a swarm of robots disrupting the party, setting the stage for the Age of Ultron. Details on Ultron's role and abilities are yet to be revealed.

Thor’s Lord of Asgard and Hawkeye’s Ronin Skins Available Now!

Marvel Rivals announced via Twitter (X) on April 4 the availability of new skins for Thor and Hawkeye. Thor's Lord of Asgard skin is inspired by his comic revival by Odin, while Hawkeye's Ronin skin reflects his time as a vigilante samurai.

Thor’s Rune King bundle includes the Rune King costume, spray, nameplate, The Omniscient MVP, and Well of Mimir emote. Hawkeye’s Ronin bundle comes with the Ronin skin, spray, nameplate, Deadly Rain MVP, and Hone to Perfection emote.

These updates demonstrate NetEase’s dedication to supporting Marvel Rivals for the next decade and beyond. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay updated with the latest news on Marvel Rivals by checking our related articles!