Marvel Rivals to Release Two New Heroes Every Three-Month Season

NetEase confirms an ambitious schedule to expand the roster of its team-based shooter, adding a new character every six weeks.

Marvel Rivals launched in December 2024 with 33 heroes and has already added two more with the Season 1 update, featuring Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman.
The Fantastic Four roster will be completed in February with the addition of The Thing and Human Torch during the mid-season update.
Developers plan to introduce a new hero every six weeks, resulting in two new characters per three-month season and up to eight new heroes annually.
The rapid release schedule aims to leverage Marvel's extensive character library but raises concerns about balancing and long-term sustainability.
Seasonal updates will also include new maps, fresh storylines, and changes to team compositions to keep gameplay dynamic and engaging.