Summary
- Season 1 of Marvel Rivals, titled "Eternal Night Falls," will introduce Dracula as the main villain and add The Fantastic Four to the roster.
- The battle pass for Season 1 will cost $10 and include 10 skins, with players earning 600 Lattice and 600 Units while progressing.
- Balancing changes in Season 1 will nerf Hela and Hawkeye, while boosting mobility-based Vanguards like Captain America and Venom, as well as other characters like Wolverine, Storm, Cloak, Dagger, and Jeff the Land Shark.
NetEase Games has unveiled exciting updates for Season 1 of Marvel Rivals, titled "Eternal Night Falls," set to launch on January 10 at 1 AM PST. This season will introduce Dracula as the main antagonist, adding a thrilling new dimension to the game's narrative. Fans are eagerly anticipating the inclusion of The Fantastic Four to the game's roster, with Mister Fantastic and The Invisible Woman joining at the season's start, followed by Human Torch and The Thing six or seven weeks later.
Season 1 will also bring three new maps and a new game mode called Doom Match, enhancing the gameplay experience. The battle pass, priced at 990 Lattice (approximately $10), will offer players 10 skins along with 600 Lattice and 600 Units as they progress through the pass by completing objectives.
In terms of balancing, Season 1 will see significant changes. Hela and Hawkeye, who have been dominant in Season 0, will receive nerfs to address their overpowering presence, especially in higher ranks where they were frequently banned. Conversely, mobility-based Vanguards like Captain America and Venom will be buffed to encourage more dynamic playstyles. Additionally, Wolverine and Storm will be enhanced to support specific strategic approaches, responding to community calls for improvements. Cloak and Dagger will also see boosts to enhance their versatility across different team compositions.
NetEase Games will also address issues with Jeff the Land Shark, focusing on aligning his early warning signals with his ultimate's hit box, although no major changes to his ultimate ability have been announced despite some players feeling it's overpowered.
While details on the Seasonal Bonus feature remain undisclosed, it continues to spark debate among the community, with some advocating for its removal to improve overall game balance. Nonetheless, Season 1 of Marvel Rivals promises a wealth of new content and updates, generating significant excitement among players eager to dive into the new season at launch.
