Marvel Rivals Unveils Season 1 Balancing Adjustments

Marvel Rivals Season 1: Dracula, Fantastic Four, and Major Balance Changes

NetEase Games has unveiled a comprehensive developer update for Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night Falls, launching January 10th at 1 AM PST. This season introduces a wealth of new content and significant balance adjustments.

Key Features of Season 1:

• Dracula as the Main Villain: Season 1 will feature Dracula as the central antagonist, setting a dark and thrilling tone.
• The Fantastic Four Join the Roster: The iconic Fantastic Four—Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman initially, followed by Human Torch and The Thing six to seven weeks later—expand the playable hero lineup. This addition is highly anticipated by fans.
• New Maps and Game Mode: Three new maps and a fresh game mode, "Doom Match," will enhance gameplay variety and strategic depth.
• Battle Pass with 10 Skins: A battle pass, costing 990 Lattice (approximately $10), offers 10 skins and rewards players with 600 Lattice and 600 Units upon completion.

Balance Changes:

The update details substantial balance adjustments. Several heroes are receiving buffs and nerfs to improve overall game balance and encourage diverse playstyles:

• Nerfs: Hela and Hawkeye, previously considered overpowered, will receive nerfs to reduce their dominance.
• Buffs: Mobility-focused Vanguards, such as Captain America and Venom, will receive buffs to enhance their effectiveness in aggressive play. Wolverine, Storm, and Cloak & Dagger will also see improvements, promoting more strategic team compositions.
• Jeff the Land Shark Adjustments: Changes are planned to address inconsistencies between Jeff's early warning signals and his ultimate ability's hitbox. While his ultimate's power level is a concern for some players, no major changes to it have been announced yet.

Seasonal Bonus Adjustments (Unconfirmed):

While NetEase Games remained silent on specific changes to the Seasonal Bonus feature, community speculation anticipates adjustments to hero bonuses. The feature’s impact on game balance remains a topic of discussion among players.

Season 1 promises a significant update to Marvel Rivals, introducing exciting new content and addressing community feedback on balance. The launch is expected to generate considerable player excitement.