Marvel Rivals season 1 battle pass, new skins, ranks, buffs & nerfs

Insane first season

Marvel Rivals season 1 is all set to start from January 10, 2025 and it’s going to bring a lot of changes in the game. Along with the new battle pass which will include many skins, there will be some balance changes, new ranks, reset, buffs and nerfs.

We are also getting two new characters in the first half of season 1. Let’s check out more details in this article.

New characters, maps & game modes

Here is all the information on new characters, maps and game modes that are arriving in Marvel Rivals season 1:

• Fantastic Four: The season begins with Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman joining the fray right away, with Human Torch and The Thing arriving in mid-season.
• Maps: Explore three new settings centered on a Dracula-overtaken New York:
• Empire of Eternal Night: Sanctum Sanctorum.
• Empire of Eternal Night: Midtown is a Convoy map where players accompany H.E.R.B.I.E. from the Baxter Building to the Avengers Tower.
• Empire of Eternal Night: Central Park
• Doom Match is a new Arcade game option at Sanctum Sanctorum in which eight to twelve players compete, with the top half securing victory.

Also Read: Marvel Rivals season 1 Twitch drops: Hela skin, nameplate & more details

New season 1 battle pass

If the season 0 battle pass was a trailer then the season 1 battle pass is the whole picture. Twice the size of the Season Zero mini-pass, with 10 new character costumes. Sprays, MVP screens, and nameplates are among the other awards available. Here are all the 10 costumes that you will get:

• Loki – “All-Butcher”
• Moon Knight – “Blood Moon Knight”
• Rocket – “Bounty Hunter”
• Peni Parker – “Blue Tarantula”
• Magneto – “King Magnus”
• Namor – “Savage Sub-Mariner”
• Iron Man – “Blood Edge Armor”
• Adam Warlock – “Blood Soul”
• Scarlet Witch – “Emporium Matron”
• Wolverine – “Blood Berserker”

It costs 990 Lattice ($9.99) and includes 600 Lattice and 600 Units upon completion, with additional incentives available after the season.

Also Read: How to get Invisible Woman Malice & Mr. Fantastic Maker skin?

Nerfs and Buffs in Marvel Rivals season 1

• Balance the Meta: To counter the existing dominant shield-and-ranged hero combos, modifications are being made.
• Nerfs: Hawkeye and Hela lose dominance, allowing other Duelists to shine. Jeff the Land Shark’s Ultimate detection range has been fine-tuned for greater gaming feedback.
• Buffs: Mobile Vanguards such as Captain America and Venom receive upgrades to strengthen their frontline responsibilities. Wolverine and Storm will play key roles in specific strategies, while Cloak and Dagger will gain adaptability.

There are already some leaks related to the new changes. Nothing is official yet, but the announcement will arrive very soon. Here is the information based on leaks:

• Hela from 275 HP to 250 HP, faster damage fall off, same damage.
• Hawkeye slower focus charge rate, at around 2.5 seconds for a max charge, same damage.
• Storm faster fire rates and more damage. (or longer damage fall off not sure)
• Venom right-click slows significantly more.
• Wolverine has 350 health now.
• Both the Hela and Hawkeye season bonuses are 15% Damage Boost, not 20% now.

Pick rates, win rates & ranked adjustments in Marvel Rivals season 1

• Stats Insight: At the end of Season Zero, detailed pick and win rates will be published, segmented by rank in Competitive mode, providing clearer strategic insights.
• Ranked Reset: Competitive players will begin Season 1 with a seven-division rank demotion (for example, Platinum 1 to Silver 2).
• New Rank: Above Grandmaster, the Celestial tier is introduced, allowing players to advance through three divisions in Marvel Rivals season 1.

Personally, I am very excited for Marvel Rivals season 1 and can’t wait to get my hands on Invisible Woman with her new skin. I know I am not the only one who is eager to play her in the match. What are your thoughts about the new Marvel Rivals season 1 and battle pass? Do let us know in the comment section.

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