Summary
- Fortnite is offering a free Rivaled Sailer Glider to players who complete 10 games in Marvel Rivals between Dec 6, 2024, and Jan 6, 2025.
- Marvel Rivals is also expected to partner with Marvel Snap, Marvel Puzzle Quest, and Marvel Future Fight in the future.
The Epic Games Store has shared new details about the crossover between Fortnite and Marvel Rivals, including how players can earn a free cosmetic in the famous battle royale title. The upcoming partnership continues the long and fruitful relationship between Fortnite and Marvel. The game has had two fully Marvel-themed seasons and has regularly released crossover characters in its item shop.
Fortnite is currently in the middle of its latest season, Chapter 2 Remix. The battle royale has recently featured numerous collaborations with rappers Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Ice Spice, and the late artist Juice WRLD. In early December, Epic Games will be introducing a whole new chapter, changes to the Fortnite Crew subscription, and a price increase to Fortnite's battle pass. All of this will be happening alongside the debut of Marvel Rivals, which is scheduled to release on December 6, 2024 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Marvel Rivals is a free-to-play team-based hero shooter packed with over 25 heroes and villains from the Marvel universe.
The Twitter account for the Epic Games Store recently released details about how Fortnite players can earn a free glider by playing Marvel Rivals. Gamers looking to take advantage of the promotion will first need to log into Marvel Rivals using the Epic Games Store. After that, players will need to complete 10 games in eligible modes to earn the Rivaled Sailer Glider. Those looking to earn the free cosmetic will need to do so between December 6, 2024 and January 6, 2025. Fans have known about the upcoming crossover between Fortnite and Marvel Rivals for a while, but this is the first time Epic Games has shared any specific details.
This Marvel Rivals Crossover Could Be the First of Many
This won't be the only collaboration for the roll-out of the new game. Marvel Rivals is also expected to partner with Marvel Snap, Marvel Puzzle Quest, and Marvel Future Fight. As for Fortnite, this is currently the only confirmed crossover happening between the two games. However, given the ongoing partnership between Epic Games and Disney, it's possible characters and designs from the new team-based hero shooter could also make their way into Fortnite.
Theories and leaks about Fortnite's upcoming Chapter 6 have been flooding social media recently. Leakers have teased everything from a collaboration with Cyberpunk 2077 to a Godzilla crossover. With so many rumors flying around, many fans have been happy to see a confirmed collaboration announced through official channels. Free cosmetics are usually a guaranteed way for Epic Games to drum up excitement within its community, and a collaboration between these two games is sure to get some attention. It looks like players will have a lot to look forward to when Marvel Rivals officially releases in December alongside Fortnite's newest season.
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
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter!
Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!
A Deep and Varied Marvel Roster
Choose from a vast array of fan-favorite and cult-classic Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains from across the Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, X-Men, and many more from across the Marvel Multiverse.
Fast and Fun 6v6 Action with Ever-Changing Game Dynamics
With intricate environments, fast-paced gameplay, and ever-changing battlefields, there's never a dull moment in Marvel Rivals! Battle as Super Heroes and Super Villains with incredible abilities and combine your powers to bring unexpected fun to the battlefield in a matter of seconds.
Dynamic Hero Synergy
Coordinate unique combinations between characters to ignite surprising Team-Up Skills! Unleash the synergy of combined superpowers and invent new tactics that can turn the tide of combat. Ride on Groot's back as Rocket Raccoon to take on your enemies as a dangerous duo, unleash Gamma energy as Hulk to charge Iron Man's armor for massive damage, and so much more!
Creative Environment Destruction
Tear your way through iconic Marvel worlds across destructible environments! From Asgard to the Tokyo of 2099, use superpowers to alter these environments, reshape the terrain, and craft a strategic advantage on the battlefield! Take cover to dodge attacks or use makeshift weapons to strike down enemies. Players will find countless ways to utilize the environment to claim victory!
Continually Evolving Universe and Robust Post-Launch Updates
The Marvel Multiverse brings infinite possibilities! Each seasonal drop will introduce new Super Heroes to the battlefield along with challenging and diverse maps! Unlock new content to implement across various gameplay strategies while experiencing thrilling action and endless possibilities in these adventurous team battles!
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 5
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
- Limited - console crossplay, no PC crossplay
- Cross Save
- No
- Franchise
- Marvel
- Number of Players
- 1-6
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Unknown
- PC Release Date
- December 6, 2024
- Xbox Series X|S Release Date
- December 6, 2024
- PS5 Release Date
- December 6, 2024
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter, Action, Multiplayer
- How Long To Beat
- 7.5 hours
- X|S Optimized
- Yes
- File Size Xbox Series
- 20 GB
