Marvel Rivals: Monthly Heroes and Shorter Seasons Starting Season 3

The developers behind Marvel Rivals have unveiled an exciting roadmap for the game, promising to introduce new heroes every month and to shorten the duration of upcoming seasons. Dive into the details of their plans post-Season 2, and discover the new characters and skins on the horizon.

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 shift in their content release strategy. Starting from Season 3, Marvel Rivals will introduce a new hero each month, moving away from the previous model of two heroes per season. This news was shared by Creative Director Guangguang and Lead Combat Designer Zhiyong during the Marvel Rivals’ Dev Vision Vol. 05 on April 4, alongside plans to adjust the length of each season.

The developers have decided to shorten each season from three months to two, allowing for a more frequent introduction of new heroes. Guangguang elaborated, "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 acknowledged the pressure from social media discussions to maintain the game's excitement since its December launch. The team is also exploring the addition of new game modes to enhance the player experience, which could be introduced in the future. With these changes, players could see up to 12 new heroes added to the game annually.

Balancing these new heroes presents a significant challenge, but Guangguang assured fans in a March 14 interview with PC Gamer that the team is prepared. He highlighted the importance of analyzing key metric data across all game modes, including pick rates, win rates, stats, and abilities, to ensure fair and balanced gameplay.

Season 2 Details and Future Plans

The Dev Vision also shed light on Season 2, dubbed the Hellfire Gala, where Marvel Heroes are invited by the new hero Emma Frost to explore 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, will join the game as a Vanguard.

The Hellfire Gala promises a lavish celebration, with the season trailer showcasing new skins for characters like Luna Snow, Magneto, Cloak and Dagger, and Black Panther, all dressed in elegant formal wear. The event draws inspiration from Marvel’s Hellfire Club, a society of the wealthy and elite who influence global events.

Following Emma Frost's introduction, Season 2.5 will feature the arrival of Ultron, a notorious Marvel villain. The Hellfire Gala trailer teases a dramatic interruption by Ultron's robots, signaling the beginning of the Age of Ultron. Further details about Ultron's role in the game are yet to be revealed.

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

Marvel Rivals took to Twitter (X) on April 4 to announce the availability of new skins for Thor and Hawkeye. 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 and future plans underscore NetEase’s commitment to supporting Marvel Rivals for the next decade and beyond. The game is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay updated with the latest on Marvel Rivals by checking out our dedicated article below!