Marvel Rivals Reveals New Game Mode, New Maps, and Battle Pass Details for Season 1

Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night Falls Unveiled

Get ready for the next chapter in Marvel Rivals! NetEase Games has dropped exciting details about Season 1, launching January 10th at 1 AM PST. This three-month season introduces Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman, along with a host of new content.

Key Highlights:

• New Playable Characters: Mister Fantastic (Duelist) and the Invisible Woman (Strategist) are headlining Season 1, with The Thing and Human Torch arriving approximately six to seven weeks into the season. Expect the Baxter Building to feature prominently in new maps.
• Expanded Battle Pass: Unlock 10 brand-new skins while earning back 600 Lattice and 600 Units. The battle pass costs 990 Lattice.
• Intriguing New Game Mode: Doom Match: This arcade-style mode pits 8-12 players against each other across various maps, with the top 50% emerging victorious.
• Three New Maps: Prepare to battle across:
  • Empire of the Eternal Night: Sanctum Sanctorum (featured in Doom Match)
  • Empire of the Eternal Night: Midtown (for convoy missions)
  • Empire of the Eternal Night: Central Park (arriving mid-season)

Developer Insights:

NetEase Games emphasized the importance of player feedback, acknowledging concerns about character balance (like the strength of ranged characters such as Hawkeye). They plan to address balance issues during the first half of Season 1. While rumors of a PvE mode circulated, the developers didn't confirm or deny these speculations in this announcement.

Season 1 promises a significant expansion to Marvel Rivals, offering new characters, maps, a fresh game mode, and a rewarding battle pass. The developers' commitment to community feedback suggests a season focused on enhancing the overall player experience.