The Thing and Human Torch Set for February Release in Marvel Rivals

Exciting news for fans of Marvel Rivals! The Fantastic Four team is set to be completed with the addition of The Thing and Human Torch as playable characters on February 21, 2025. This thrilling update will coincide with the second half of Season 1, promising a slew of new content and adjustments to keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.

While the specifics of the Season 1.5 update remain under wraps, a Dev Talk blog post on the Marvel Rivals website has hinted at "major balance adjustments." As for our new heroes, The Thing and Human Torch, fans are eagerly awaiting a glimpse of their unique moves and abilities. Following the footsteps of Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman, who debuted with Season 1 last month, these additions are expected to bring innovative gameplay elements to the hero shooter. Reed Richards dazzled players with his elastic, and often goofy, attacks, while Sue Storm introduced strategic invisibility mechanics. With The Thing's brute strength and Human Torch's fiery prowess, they're sure to shake up the game's meta when they hit the scene in a few weeks. Hopefully, NetEase will give us a sneak peek at their gameplay soon.

The upcoming Marvel Rivals Season 1 update will also bring a significant change for Ranked players, with a rank reset scheduled for February 21. This means players will see their Rank drop by four divisions; for example, a Diamond I player on February 20 will find themselves in Platinum II the following day. NetEase has outlined that future full-season updates will feature a six-division drop, while half-season updates will involve a four-division drop. As the game evolves, NetEase assures that these adjustments will be fine-tuned according to player feedback.

But it's not all about competition; there's plenty to celebrate too. Gold-ranked players can look forward to new costume rewards with the launch of the second half of Season 1. Additionally, NetEase is introducing new Crests of Honor to honor top-tier players at Grandmaster, Celestial, Eternity, and One Above All (the top 500).

The anticipation among superhero enthusiasts for more details on Marvel Rivals' post-launch roadmap has been palpable, and the expansion of The Fantastic Four is just the start. Last month, creative director Guangyun Chen stirred excitement by promising to release a new playable character every half-season. This means players can expect a new Marvel hero to join the fray approximately every six weeks, ensuring a constant stream of fresh content. Rumors and leaks have been swirling, with evidence suggesting that the vampire-hunting Daywalker Blade might be next in line, although some rumors and leaks have had players debating for weeks. The future of Marvel Rivals remains shrouded in mystery, adding to the game's allure.

While waiting for the mid-season update, you can check out our current Marvel Rivals Season 1 tier list to discover the best characters. Also, take a moment to understand how the original Season 1 patch reshaped the meta and why the community was stirred by discussions around Marvel Rivals' alleged bot issue.