Marvel is gearing up for a splash with the upcoming release of the Marvel Swimsuit Special comic book, and it seems NetEase Games' Marvel Rivals will dive into the summer vibes with its own set of swimsuit skins.
A recent post on the Marvel website has spilled the beans on what might lead to the introduction of these long-awaited Marvel Rivals swimsuit cosmetics. Marvel promises to revisit the fan-favorite series with Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, and Rivals #1 on July 9. This issue offers Earth’s Mightiest Heroes a well-deserved break from their world-saving duties and teases fans with a sneak peek at designs that could be featured in Marvel Rivals.
Marvel Swimsuit Special art. Image courtesy of Marvel.
“Roxxon Comics is at it again when they release their own UNAUTHORIZED SWIMSUIT SPECIAL,” describes the Marvel Swimsuit Special. “Wasp is on the case and seizes the opportunity for Marvel’s heroes to do their OWN swimwear fashion shoot all over the world! But fear not, True Believers, we know what you’re REALLY here for! This super-sized special features splash page after splash page of gorgeous art, but with a story so you can pretend you’re ‘reading it for the articles…’”
Unfortunately, Marvel hasn’t provided much detail about the launch date of these summer designs or which characters will feature in the collection. It's worth noting that the post doesn't confirm these skins will specifically be part of a swimsuit set, but given the special’s theme, it’s reasonable to expect some summer-themed cosmetics. We’ll uncover more about the Marvel Swimsuit Special in the coming months, so let's keep our fingers crossed for further insights on its connection to Marvel Rivals.
Since its launch in December, Marvel Rivals has captured the hearts of multiplayer fans on both PC and consoles. Its competitive gameplay and diverse character roster have kept players strategizing to climb the ranks. While some focus on enhancing their skills, others eagerly await NetEase’s post-launch plans, particularly the much-anticipated Marvel Rivals swimsuit collection, which now seems closer to reality.
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When it comes to predicting the launch timing of these swimsuits, there are a few hints to consider. Marvel Rivals Season 2 recently introduced Emma Frost and the Hellfire Gala, and with the season slated to end in about three months, the new outfits might debut with Season 3 around July or August. This timing aligns well with NetEase’s planned schedule and allows fans to enjoy the summer sun before it fades.
Alongside Season 3, NetEase is rolling out new post-launch plans. Instead of three-month seasons, Marvel Rivals will now feature quicker, two-month seasons. This means fans can expect at least one new playable hero every month moving forward. For more on Marvel Rivals, check out the April Fools' Day emote that had Venom twerking, or click here to discover how NetEase turned an infamous Moon Knight meme into canon.
