Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night Falls – Dracula, Fantastic Four, and Balance Changes

Get ready for Season 1 of Marvel Rivals, launching January 10th at 1 AM PST! This season brings a host of exciting updates, including a new villain, fresh characters, map additions, a new game mode, and significant balance adjustments.

Season 1 Highlights:

• Dracula Takes Center Stage: The infamous vampire lord, Dracula, will be the main antagonist of Season 1.
• Fantastic Four Arrive: The iconic Fantastic Four join the roster, with Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman available at launch, followed by Human Torch and The Thing a few weeks later.
• New Maps and Game Mode: Three new maps and a thrilling new game mode, "Doom Match," will enhance gameplay variety.
• Battle Pass Bonanza: A 10-skin battle pass costing $10 (990 Lattice) offers 600 Lattice and 600 Units as rewards.

Balance Adjustments:

NetEase Games has addressed community feedback with substantial balance changes. Several heroes will see adjustments to their power levels:

• Nerfs: Hela and Hawkeye, previously considered overpowered, will receive nerfs to bring them in line with other characters.
• Buffs: Mobility-focused Vanguards, such as Captain America and Venom, are getting buffs to improve their effectiveness. Wolverine, Storm, and Cloak and Dagger also receive boosts to encourage more diverse team strategies.
• Jeff the Land Shark Adjustments: Changes are coming to Jeff to better align his early warning indicators with his ultimate's actual hitbox. While his ultimate's power level is being reviewed, no major changes have been announced yet.

Seasonal Bonuses Under Review:

While no specific details were shared regarding changes to Seasonal Bonuses, NetEase Games acknowledges community feedback on this feature. Expect some heroes to see their bonuses adjusted.

Season 1 promises a significant update to Marvel Rivals, addressing player concerns while delivering exciting new content. The community is eagerly anticipating the launch on January 10th.