Summary
- Marvel Rivals players are asking the developers to add a female skin for Loki to the game.
- NetEase Games is cracking down on smurfing in Marvel Rivals with a new detection system.
- Players can now acquire Summer Special skins for the heroes Loki, Thor, The Thing, Luna Snow, and Psylocke.
Marvel Rivals players have come together to ask NetEase Games to consider adding a female skin of the popular Strategist Loki to the hero shooter. NetEase Games recently released Season 3 of Marvel Rivals, which introduced the mutant Jean Grey to the title's ever-expanding roster as the Duelist Phoenix.
In addition to releasing a new character, NetEase Games added a new detection system that flags accounts suspected of smurfing in Marvel Rivals. Smurfing has been a growing issue since the game's launch in December 2024, but this new system issues an automatic warning to those who may be breaking the rules. Unfortunately, it seems as if some innocent players are being flagged as well. One person claimed that they'd stepped away from the game for a couple of seasons, which caused them to lose several ranks. When starting to play again in Season 3, they were issued a warning for smurfing, which ultimately turned into a season-long ban from Competitive matches.
Marvel Rivals Reveals Gameplay of New ‘Breezy Butterfly’ Skin for Psylocke
Marvel Rivals gives players a first look at gameplay of the new Breezy Butterfly skin for the Duelist Psylocke in NetEase Games' popular hero shooter.
In a recent post on Reddit, one user shared an image of a female variant of Loki from the comics, asking NetEase Games to add that version of the character to the title. In the past, NetEase Games has stated that it doesn't intend to release new characters as simple skins in the popular hero shooter. As an example, Miles Morales and Peter Parker would be different Spider-Man heroes, instead of just having different skins for the same hero. However, Marvel Rivals' Loki is something of a special case, as he can alter his appearance at a moment's notice. One person pointed out that such a skin would likely require new voice lines, which would add a layer of complexity to adding the cosmetic to the game.
Marvel Rivals Fans Want a Female Loki Skin
Loki players were recently given the opportunity to purchase the new Robe of Relaxation skin in Marvel Rivals, which shows the hero in green swim trunks with gold accents. He can also be seen sporting a matching robe and wide-brimmed hat, along with a golden alligator that's draped around his neck. The skin is part of the Summer Special event and will only be available in the shop through August 14 for 1,600 Units. Players can also purchase an optional recolor of the skin by spending Unstable Molecules.
The popular Strategist wasn't the only one to receive a new skin, as several other characters were given Summer Special makeovers in Marvel Rivals as part of the event. Players who progress the Summer Special pass can earn the free Worthy Waves skin for Thor, but those looking to acquire new costumes for Luna Snow and The Thing will need to purchase the premium version of the pass. Players can also purchase the Breezy Butterfly skin for Psylocke in the store for a limited time. With a whole new season to enjoy and even more content just around the corner, many fans are feeling optimistic about the future of Marvel Rivals.
Marvel Rivals
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 78 /100 Critics Rec: 84%
- Released
- December 6, 2024
- ESRB
- T For Teen // Violence
- Developer(s)
- NetEase Games
- Publisher(s)
- NetEase Games
WHERE TO PLAY
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 5
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter, Action, Multiplayer
