Exciting news for Marvel Rivals fans! Reliable dataminer X0X_Leaks has uncovered hints of an upcoming PvE mode in the game's files post the next update. This mode will feature a thrilling battle against a formidable boss, the Kraken. While the monster model already boasts some animations, high-resolution textures are yet to be added. To give players a sneak peek, the dataminer has utilized the Kraken's size parameters from the game files to simulate its appearance in a match.

In other Marvel Rivals news, the game is gearing up for its major Spring Festival event, kicking off this Thursday. This event introduces a unique game mode called Clash of Dancing Lions, where teams of three players will compete to score a ball into the opponent's goal. This mode draws inspiration from Lucioball, the inaugural special game mode in Overwatch, which itself was influenced by Rocket League. Although many might draw immediate comparisons to Rocket League, the similarities to Lucioball are unmistakable.

This comparison is particularly interesting as Marvel Rivals aims to carve out its own identity, distinct from Overwatch. While it's true that Marvel Rivals needs to generate original content to differentiate itself from Blizzard's game, its first major event features a mode reminiscent of Overwatch's initial event. The key difference lies in the thematic approach: Marvel Rivals infuses a strong Chinese influence, contrasting with Overwatch's Olympic Games aesthetic. This event also offers a complimentary Star-Lord costume, adding to the excitement.