Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night Falls – New Characters, Maps, and Game Mode Unveiled
NetEase Games has unveiled exciting details for Marvel Rivals Season 1, launching January 10th at 1 AM PST. This three-month season introduces Mister Fantastic (Duelist) and The Invisible Woman (Strategist), with The Thing and Human Torch arriving mid-season. The Baxter Building will also feature prominently in a new map.
The Season 1 battle pass offers 10 new skins and costs 990 Lattice, but players recoup 600 Lattice and 600 Units upon completion. A thrilling new game mode, "Doom Match," debuts alongside three new maps:
- Empire of the Eternal Night: Sanctum Sanctorum (featured in Doom Match)
- Empire of the Eternal Night: Midtown (for convoy missions)
- Empire of the Eternal Night: Central Park (arriving mid-season)
Key Features of Season 1:
- New Playable Characters: Mister Fantastic & Invisible Woman (launch), The Thing & Human Torch (mid-season).
- New Game Mode: Doom Match – an 8-12 player arcade-style battle for top 50% victory.
- New Maps: Three new maps based on the "Empire of the Eternal Night" theme, offering diverse gameplay experiences.
- Battle Pass Rewards: 10 new skins, 600 Lattice, and 600 Units.
The developers highlighted their commitment to community feedback, acknowledging concerns about character balance (e.g., Hawkeye's ranged advantage) and promising adjustments in the first half of the season. While rumors of a PvE mode circulated, they remained unaddressed in this announcement. Season 1 promises a significant update to Marvel Rivals, with new content and gameplay improvements eagerly anticipated by fans.
