Marvel Rivals, a thrilling hero shooter game based on Marvel characters, has seen remarkable success since its launch. Less than two months into its first season, the game had already amassed 20 million players, showcasing its immense popularity among fans.
Marvel Rivals Season 1 Midseason Update
Next week’s midseason update brings exciting additions to the game. Players can look forward to two new heroes, a fresh map, and a positive change regarding rank resets. The update will introduce The Thing and Johnny Storm from the Fantastic Four and a new location called Central Park, without the previously announced rank reset that many players criticized.
Marvel Rivals Season 1 Second Half
The second half of Season 1 officially begins on February 21, continuing the story of two dueling Doctor Dooms from separate timelines. However, the exact start time has yet to be confirmed, mirroring the season kickoff at 1 a.m. PT.
New Marvel Rivals Heroes and Maps
The new additions to Marvel Rivals are sure to delight fans of the Marvel franchise. Starting this season, players get Invisible Woman and Mr. Fantastic as strategist and duelist, respectively. The midseason update brings the Thing as a vanguard and Johnny Storm as a duelist, further fleshing out the roster of the Fantastic Four.
In terms of maps, Central Park joins the lineup, following the successful convoy map, Midtown. The current season also introduced the captivating Doom Match mode, set in Doctor Strange’s Sanctum Sanctorum, where players engage in chaos-inducing portal battles.
Developers have hinted at the potential for one new hero at the start of each season, followed by another six weeks later, along with a couple of new maps per season. This equates to eight new heroes and four to eight new maps annually, ensuring continuous gameplay and updated content.
Recent leaks suggest potential hero additions like Ultron, Emma Frost, and Jean Grey, although their appearances have not been officially confirmed. These teases offer a glimpse into an ambitious content roadmap, vital for maintaining player engagement throughout the year.
Battle Pass
Season 1’s battle pass includes ten new costumes aligned with the “Eternal Night” theme. The pass costs 990 lattice, roughly equivalent to $10 worth of in-game currency. Completing the battle pass rewards players with 600 lattice and 600 units, totaling approximately $12 worth of in-game currency.
Balance Adjustments
To this point, no midseason balance changes have been announced. Season 1 launched with adjustments for various heroes. Hawkeye and Hela received nerfs, while Jeff’s ultimate was modified for smoother gameplay. Captain America, Cloak and Dagger, Storm, Venom, and Wolverine, among others, saw buffed abilities to improve their gameplay.
For comprehensive details on these changes, visit the official patch notes. Hero statistics, including win rates and pick rates, will be updated at midseason.
No More Frequent Rank Resets
In a significant shift for player satisfaction, developers confirmed that no rank resets will occur at midseason, reversing an earlier announcement. Initially, ranks were scheduled to drop four divisions, following a seven-division drop at the season start.
The new approach involves rank resets every 13 weeks at the beginning of a new season. This change aims to alleviate player frustration from frequent rank resets and maintain a balanced gameplay experience.
For more guidance on Marvel Rivals, check out beginner tips and a guide to selecting heroes and roles. These resources will help new players navigate the game and maximize their enjoyment.
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