The Fantastic Four makes its grand entrance in Marvel Rivals as Human Torch and The Thing join the roster, coinciding with a competitive rank reset during Season 1's second half. Discover everything about these fiery new additions and the ranking system overhaul.

Marvel Rivals Season 1 Mid-Season Updates and New Content

Marvel Rivals Welcomes New Characters on February 21, 2025

NetEase announced significant updates coming to Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night Falls in their February 11, 2025 blog post. The highlights include the highly anticipated arrivals of Human Torch and The Thing alongside a comprehensive rank reset.

The Fantastic Four lineup becomes complete on February 21, 2025 with Human Torch (Duelist) and The Thing (Vanguard) joining Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman. NetEase promises impactful balance changes that will "reshape the competitive landscape" during Season 1's second half. While specifics remain confidential, these adjustments will involve both buffs and nerfs to accommodate the new characters.

The Fantastic Four's debut spans both halves of Season 1, with Mister Fantastic (Duelist) and Invisible Woman (Strategist) having arrived earlier. This inaugural season features three fresh battlefields, limited-time events, and the innovative Doom Match game mode.

Marvel Rivals follows a seasonal structure spanning three months, divided into two equal segments - each introducing new playable heroes. Season 1's vampire-themed narrative pits players against Count Vlad Dracula while celebrating Marvel's original superhero team's incorporation into the game.