Since its launch, Marvel Rivals has taken the gaming world by storm, quickly becoming a fan-favorite due to its exciting, dynamic gameplay and vast roster of heroes.
With the upcoming Season 1 update, players are gearing up for even more action. After a month, the game is already diving into its first season, promising updates and fresh content to keep players engaged and entertained.
Season 1 of Marvel Rivals, Eternal Night Falls, brings several changes and additions. Players will see a new antagonist, Dracula, Marvel’s first family, the Fantastic Four, and many character updates.
Here’s everything you need to know about this groundbreaking update.
Season 1 Release Date
Marvel Rivals is gearing up for its highly anticipated Season 1, promising an array of exciting new features, characters, and updates.
Following the success of Season 0, the first official season, Eternal Night Falls, will launch on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 1 AM PST / 4 AM EST. Fans can expect a fresh wave of content to elevate the gaming experience even further.
Key Content in Season 1
Season 1 brings new gameplay features and the popular members of the Marvel universe, such as the Fantastic Four family and the villain Dracula, who joins Doctor Doom to turn New York City into eternal night.
Additionally, this season will introduce new maps and challenges designed to elevate gameplay to the next level. Here are some key highlights to look forward to:
Fantastic Four Joins the Roster
The iconic Fantastic Four heroes of the Marvel universe—Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and The Thing—will now be part of the game. Each character has unique abilities, allowing players to try innovative strategies and a whole new team combination.
New Map: Eternal Night
A dark and haunting version of New York City takes center stage as the primary map for this season. This map has many chilling visuals and challenges tied to Dracula’s storyline.
Dracula as the Villain
Dracula emerges as the central antagonist. He leads an army of vampires and forces players to strategize in thrilling battles. His partnership with Doctor Doom adds more complexity to the gameplay.
Buffs, Nerfs, and Other Updates
Season 1 features the following hero adjustments and updates:
- Nerfs: Hela and Hawkeye have been rebalanced to reduce overpowered damage outputs.
- Buffs: Heroes like Captain America, Venom, and Storm receive some much-needed enhancements, which improve their effectiveness in combat.
- A brand-new Season 1 Battle Pass loaded with exclusive skins, emotes, and rewards.
- There are rumors of new heroes, including Ultron, who can potentially join the roster during mid-season updates.
With a roadmap with regular seasonal updates every three months, Marvel Rivals is set to keep the momentum going. Season 2, which will deliver even more exciting characters, maps, and gameplay changes, is already scheduled for April 2025.