Marvel Teases Swimsuit Skins for Rivals in Summer Comic Special

Marvel is set to dive into summer with the release of another Swimsuit Special comic book, and it seems NetEase Games' Marvel Rivals will follow suit with its own collection of swimsuit skins.

A recent post on the Marvel website has sparked excitement by hinting at the potential arrival of long-awaited Marvel Rivals swimsuit cosmetics. Scheduled for July 9, the Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, and Rivals #1 promises to give Earth’s Mightiest Heroes a well-deserved break from their world-saving duties. More intriguingly, the comic will offer a sneak peek at designs that could be integrated into Marvel Rivals.

Marvel Swimsuit Special art. Image courtesy of Marvel.

“Roxxon Comics is at it again when they release their own UNAUTHORIZED SWIMSUIT SPECIAL,” the description for the Marvel Swimsuit Special reads. “Wasp is on the case and seizes the opportunity for Marvel’s heroes to do their OWN swimwear fashion shoot all over the world! But fear not, True Believers, we know what you’re REALLY here for! This super-sized special features splash page after splash page of gorgeous art, but with a story so you can pretend you’re ‘reading it for the articles…’”

While Marvel remains tight-lipped about the launch date and specific characters for the summer designs, the thematic focus of the special suggests that summer-themed cosmetics are a likely addition. Fans can expect more details on the Marvel Swimsuit Special in the coming months, hopefully with insights into its connection to Marvel Rivals.

Since its launch in December, Marvel Rivals has captivated multiplayer enthusiasts on both PC and consoles with its competitive gameplay and extensive character roster. While some players strategize to climb the ranks, others eagerly anticipate NetEase’s post-launch plans, particularly the possibility of a Marvel Rivals swimsuit collection. It appears that their hopes are on the verge of being realized.

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As for the timing of the swimsuit skins, there are hints to consider. The recent launch of Season 2, featuring Emma Frost and the Hellfire Gala, suggests that the new outfits might debut with Season 3 around July or August. This aligns well with NetEase’s previously announced schedule and allows fans to enjoy the summer-themed skins before the season ends.

Season 3 will also introduce new post-launch plans, with seasons shortened to approximately two months. This means that players can look forward to a new playable hero every month. For more on Marvel Rivals, check out the April Fools' Day emote that let Venom twerk, or click here to learn about how NetEase made an infamous Moon Knight meme canon.