Marvel Rivals Season 4 will launch next week, adding a brand new Hero into the mix, and refreshing Competitive Mode ranks and rewards. Given that the current season is almost over, we've now received the full details on the next one, including who the new Hero is. Vanguard players will be very excited.
Marvel Rivals is now in Season 3.5, and NetEase has shared the full roadmap for the new update. Looks like we can look forward to skins for Peni Parker, Scarlet Witch, and Iron Man in the future. For full info on what's set to be added in the next update, visit our Marvel Rivals patch notes guide. Interestingly, NetEase also just published a video explaining how matchmaking actually works in-game.
In my Marvel Rivals review, I praised the game's huge suite of Heroes, and the surprising amount of depth found when trying out each one. With Season 4, there's set to be another Hero added, as well as an overhaul to the roadmap. Since its launch, Marvel Rivals has changed quite a bit, adding smart changes to Competitive Mode while giving players something to work toward. It's consistent updates like this that make Marvel Rivals a worthy inclusion in our best PC Games of 2025 list.
Here's everything you need to know about the next season of Marvel Rivals, including when the current one ends, and what to expect from the new Heroes that are being added. As release day draws nearer, I'll update this page with all of the latest news and info.
When is the next season of Marvel Rivals?
Marvel Rivals Season 4 will launch following downtime that's planned for September 12, 2025. This is according to the in-game Battle Pass end date. It's possible that this may move somewhat, though in the past it's been accurate. Here's the specific timings:
- East Coast (US): 5AM ET
- West Coast (US): 2AM PT
- United Kingdom: 10AM BST
- Australia (Sydney): 7PM AEST
- Japan (Tokyo): 6PM JST
When does the current season of Marvel Rivals end?
Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 will end on September 12 at 5AM EDT / 2AM PDT / 10AM BST, for a few hours of downtime before the launch of the new season. Keep an eye on the official Marvel Rivals website for any changes.
Marvel Rivals Season 4 new Team Up changes
Marvel Rivals Season 4 brings in a bunch of new Team Ups, while removing existing ones. The first new one adds Thor and Angela, unlocking powerful boosts to damage. Here's what changed:
- Divine Armory: Angela - Thor (NEW)
- Arcane Order: Dr Strange - Scarlet Witch/Magick (Magick added)
- Dimensional Shortcut: Magick - Psylocke (Removed)
- Gamma Charge: Hulk - Namor/Black Panther (Black Panther added)
Marvel Rivals latest Hero balancing changes
In the Developer Vision video you can view above, some general balance updates applied to Marvel Rivals alongside the latest seasonal update are explained in full. We've collected the key points in the list below:
- Hero balancing (buffs): Peni Parker, Thor, Blade, Magick, Moon Knight, Scarlet Witch, Winter Soldier, Invisible Woman, Jeff the Land Shark, Mantis, Ultron
- Hero Balancing (nerfs): Captain America, Doctor Strange, Emma Frost, Black Panther, Psylocke, Squirrel Girl, Loki, Luna Snow
- New mode: Arcade
- New event: Scroll of Immortal Beasts
- Competitive Mode: New ranked rewards, reranking with new season
- Misc: Costume Rotation, Emoji Wheel update
Marvel Rivals Angela
Angela is the main Hero set to be added for Marvel Rivals Season 4. She's a Vanguard that wields a shield, flight abilities, and dual axes for close-quarters combat. Her Ultimate creates a zone where enemies are slowed and take additional damage. She teams up with Thor to unlock a new move for the God of Asgard.
Marvel Rivals next season FAQ
Who was the last Hero to be added to Marvel Rivals?
Blade was the last Hero to be added to Marvel Rivals. He's a ranged Duelist that deals great damage with shotgun attacks. He can also get in close and use dashes and sword attacks to pressure enemies. His Ultimate is an AoE slash attack that can take down multiple opponents at once. Blade teams up with Cloak & Dagger for an invisibility ability.
Who are the next characters coming to Marvel Rivals?
Angela will arrive as the new Hero in Season 4. Then, players can look forward to Daredevil in Season 4.5.
What season is Marvel Rivals in?
Marvel Rivals is currently in Season 3.5. This started on August 8, and should run through to September 12. We'll then be in Season 4.
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