Marvel Rivals Now Releasing New Heroes Every Month Starting Season 3

Discover the latest plans from the developers of Marvel Rivals, as they gear up to introduce new heroes monthly and shorten the duration of upcoming seasons. Dive into what's coming post-Season 2, including new characters and skins.

Marvel Rivals Upcoming Changes

New Heroes Every Month

In a bid to keep the game as dynamic and engaging as it was at launch, NetEase has announced a thrilling update for Marvel Rivals. Starting from Season 3, the game will see a new hero released each month, moving away from the initial plan of two heroes per season. This exciting news was shared by Marvel Rivals' Creative Director Guangguang and Lead Combat Designer Zhiyong during the Dev Vision Vol. 05 on April 4, along with details on upcoming seasonal adjustments.

To maintain the game's momentum, the developers have decided to shorten the length of each season from three months to two. Guangguang explained, "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."

Guangguang also noted the pressure from social media feedback to keep the game exciting, saying, "During this time, several discussions on social media have certainly added some pressure on us to keep the game as exciting as it has been since December." The team is also considering introducing new game modes to further enrich the player experience, which could lead to the addition of up to 12 new heroes annually.

Balancing these frequent hero releases will be challenging, but Guangguang highlighted the team's strategy in an interview with PC Gamer on March 14, emphasizing the use of key metric data like pick rates, win rates, and ability stats to inform their balancing efforts.

Season 2 Details and Future Plans

Season 2, titled Hellfire Gala, invites Marvel Heroes to a celebration hosted by the new hero Emma Frost on the Mutant haven of the Living Island Krakoa. Emma Frost, an X-Men villain with telepathic powers and the ability to transform objects into diamonds, joins the game as a Vanguard.

The Hellfire Gala, inspired by Marvel’s elite social club, the Hellfire Club, promises lavish festivities. The season trailer teases new skins for characters like Luna Snow, Magneto, Cloak and Dagger, and Black Panther, all dressed in elegant formal wear.

Midway through Season 2, the game will introduce Ultron, another iconic Marvel villain. The Hellfire Gala trailer hints at a dramatic interruption by Ultron robots, setting the stage for the Age of Ultron. Further details on Ultron's integration into the game 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 that new skins for Thor and Hawkeye are now available. Thor's Lord of Asgard skin is inspired by his revival by Odin in the comics, 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. Meanwhile, the Hawkeye Ronin bundle comes with the Ronin skin, spray, nameplate, Deadly Rain MVP, and Hone to Perfection emote.

These updates underscore NetEase’s commitment to supporting Marvel Rivals for the next decade and beyond. Marvel Rivals is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay updated with the latest news by checking out our dedicated article below!