Get ready, Marvel Rivals fans! Human Torch and The Thing are blazing onto the scene, and Season 1 is getting a rank reset. Read on for all the details on these fiery new additions and the mid-season shake-up.
Marvel Rivals: Season 1, Part Two – A Hot New Update!
Human Torch and The Thing Arrive February 21, 2025
NetEase announced major changes coming to the second half of Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night Falls in an February 11, 2025 blog post. The biggest news? The arrival of Human Torch (Duelist) and The Thing (Vanguard) on February 21st! This completes the Fantastic Four roster, adding exciting new strategic options to the game.
Expect significant balance adjustments alongside these new characters. NetEase promises these changes will "shake up the battlefield," impacting the meta with buffs and nerfs to existing Super Heroes. Specific details on these adjustments are still under wraps, but get ready for some exciting shifts in gameplay.
Remember Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman, who debuted earlier in Season 1 as Duelist and Strategist, respectively? This second half builds on the already impressive additions of three new maps, special events, and the thrilling Doom Match game mode.
Marvel Rivals seasons run for three months, split into two halves, each introducing a new hero. This season's vampire-themed storyline, featuring Count Vlad Dracula, now expands to include the iconic Fantastic Four, adding another layer to the already engaging narrative. Get ready for a fiery second half!
