Marvel Rivals Season 1: Mister Fantastic and the Fantastic Four Arrive
Marvel Rivals is gearing up for its Season 1 launch, "Eternal Night Falls," on January 10th at 1 AM PST, introducing Mister Fantastic in a showdown against Dracula. This first look at Mister Fantastic's gameplay showcases his intellect-driven combat style, utilizing his elastic abilities in creative ways to subdue opponents.
The entire Fantastic Four will debut during Season 1, although not simultaneously. Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman will be available at the season's launch, with Human Torch and The Thing expected to join the roster approximately six to seven weeks later. NetEase Games plans to release substantial updates mid-season, with each season lasting roughly three months.
Gameplay footage reveals Mister Fantastic's versatile abilities. He stretches to deliver powerful punches, grabs multiple enemies for devastating slams, and inflates his body for enhanced strength. His ultimate ability involves repeated powerful slams onto the enemy team. While speculation exists regarding a potential Season 1 bonus tied to the Fantastic Four, this remains unconfirmed.
Leaked information hints at the abilities of other Fantastic Four members. Human Torch's kit allegedly includes flame walls for battlefield control and a devastating fire tornado combo with Storm. The Thing is rumored to be a Vanguard class character, but details about his abilities are scarce.
While rumors circulated about Blade and Ultron joining the game, NetEase Games has confirmed that the Fantastic Four will be the only new characters in Season 1. This suggests a potential delay for Ultron to Season 2 or later, surprising some players given his established connection to the game's narrative. The absence of Blade, considering Dracula's presence, is also noteworthy. Despite these unanswered questions, the upcoming content has generated significant excitement within the Marvel Rivals community.