Summary
- Season 2 of Marvel Rivals will introduce Krakoa, the mutant homeworld, as a new map, promising exciting gameplay changes.
- The upcoming season may also focus on The Hellfire Gala event, hinting at themed events and additional content updates.
- Speculation suggests Ultron will join the game in Season 2, along with balancing changes, new modes, and rewards.
A new Marvel Rivals leak reveals the game will soon be taking players to the homeworld of the mutants themselves. Taking a nod from the Krakoan Era of the original X-Men comics, Marvel Rivals players can look forward to the debut of Krakoa as a new map for season 2. The sentient island will help shake things up gameplay-wise, with plenty more in store for Season 2 of Marvel Rivals.
Released at the tail end of 2024, Marvel Rivals has already managed to carve out its own corner of the hero shooter genre, thanks in large part to continued support post-launch. Over the last few months, Marvel Rivals has received numerous content updates and overhauls, with the game's roster being one of the most interesting and exciting parts. Players can now play as the entire Fantastic Four crew in Marvel Rivals, with speculation rising regarding who will be added in Season 2. While this remains unconfirmed, players do know at least one new location that is coming to the game, thanks to a new Marvel Rivals leak.
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A new leak from Twitter user RivalsInfo indicates Season 2 of Marvel Rivals will focus heavily on mutants. The leaker reveals a new greeting message for the game, which details an exciting new chapter for the game while also making reference to the Krakoan Era of the X-Men comics and universe. Fans can already play as iconic X-Men characters like Wolverine in Marvel Rivals, but there are several noticeable omissions. If this leak is anything to go off of, fans can likely expect some famous faces to make their way into the game soon.
Marvel Rivals Leak Reveals New Map
Season 2 will also seemingly focus on The Hellfire Gala, an annual event held on the Krakoan island that is used as both a social event and a place to declare the election of a new X-Men team. The Hellfire Gala is also a celebration of mutants themselves, with many in attendance. This seems like it could be the latest in Marvel Rivals' themed events, with likely plenty more in store for Season 2 and onward.
As for new characters, a recent leak suggests Ultron will finally make his way into Marvel Rivals during Season 2. Other exciting changes and additions are expected, like balancing changes, new modes, and, of course, new rewards, with season 1 of Marvel Rivals giving players a significant amount of items and cosmetics to unlock. Season 2 of Marvel Rivals is expected to begin on April 11.
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
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter, Action, Multiplayer
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC
- How Long To Beat
- 7.5 hours
- X|S Optimized
- Yes
- File Size Xbox Series
- 20 GB
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
