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Full Marvel Rivals update
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Greetings, Rivals!
We're glad to report that everything is back to normal now that the merc in red got bored and moved on. We're also thrilled to announce the upcoming patch drops on January 22nd, 2026, at 09 : 00 : 00 (UTC)! No server downtime; just patch and play!
Here's what's coming your way:
Hero changes
Deadpool
- Strategist Deadpool Hype Healing: The healing visual effects triggered by katana strikes have been polished up, because even the Merc with a Mouth likes his healing flashy and fabulous! - Vanguard Deadpool's Hardcore Trial: After passing the upgraded 'The Big Test,' the area Bonus Health visual effects are now clearer than a freshly cleaned katana. Extra health, extra style! - Katana Afterparty: All Deadpools now get improved trailing and afterimage effects when acing their ultimate with katana in hand, leaving enemies seeing double (or triple)! - Deadpool's Screen Scene: We've adjusted the visual clutter from the 'Deadpool In Your Area' ability for all roles. Wade's still got your back, just not blocking the whole screen anymore. Maximum effort, sub-maximum interference! - We hope these visual upgrades improve your battle experience! We'll keep a keen eye on any VFX that could cause serious interference and continue to polish them until they're worthy of the Marvel name.
DeadpoolFixed
- Strategist Deadpool Hype Healing: The healing visual effects triggered by katana strikes have been polished up, because even the Merc with a Mouth likes his healing flashy and fabulous! - Vanguard Deadpool's Hardcore Trial: After passing the upgraded 'The Big Test,' the area Bonus Health visual effects are now clearer than a freshly cleaned katana. Extra health, extra style! - Katana Afterparty: All Deadpools now get improved trailing and afterimage effects when acing their ultimate with katana in hand, leaving enemies seeing double (or triple)! - Deadpool's Screen Scene: We've adjusted the visual clutter from the 'Deadpool In Your Area' ability for all roles. Wade's still got your back, just not blocking the whole screen anymore. Maximum effort, sub-maximum interference! - We hope these visual upgrades improve your battle experience! We'll keep a keen eye on any VFX that could cause serious interference and continue to polish them until they're worthy of the Marvel name.
Timeline
- Goes liveJanuary 23, 2026, 02:00 UTC
- Limited timeJan 23 → Feb 20, 2026
Store drop
Luna Snow
Thor
Store-wide
Peni Parker
Star-Lord
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Times Square - Disco Night
To celebrate the 8th Anniversary of Luna Snow's dazzling debut, Times Square is opening a brand-new underground area: the Disco Ballroom! This cosmic dance floor welcomes heroes and superfans from every corner of the Chronoverse, because music and joy know no borders (or timelines). Event Starts: January 23rd, 2026, 02 : 00 : 00 (UTC) Get ready to boogie, Rivals style!
New In Store
- BundleLuna SnowDisco Pop Bundle
- BundleThorBoogie Bolt Bundle
Take a Seat Emote Combo Bundle New Animation For: Bruce Banner
- ChromaLuna SnowDisco Pop Chroma and Ultimate Ability VFX
- ChromaThorBoogie Bolt Chroma and Ultimate Ability VFX
- EmoteLuna SnowDisco Pop Emoji Bundle
- BundlePeni ParkerSnow-SP//dr Bundle
- BundleStar-LordStarcracker Bundle
- BundleDaredevilNot Daredevil Bundle
- BundleCloak & DaggerIce Pas De Deux Bundle
- BundleThorGod of Winter Bundle Have been extended until January 30th, 2026, at 02 : 00 : 00 (UTC).
- BundleLokiLady Loki Bundle Has been extended until February 6th, 2026, at 02 : 00 : 00 (UTC).
Fixes and Optimizations
All Platforms
Ban/Pick Glitch: In live spectator and tournament spectating modes, some Ban/Pick info could get scrambled. We've untangled the wires, everything's in sync now!
Proficiency Unleashed: We've amped up your path to greatness (and rewards). Now you'll earn Proficiency faster.
+30% Proficiency for Quick Match and Competitive Permanent Missions from Lord and beyond!
+5 Repeatable attempts for Arcade Daily Missions!
Maps & Modes
Yggdrasill Traffic Jam, No More! We've widened the passageways for the mission vehicle in certain tight spots on the Yggsgard: Yggdrasill Path map. Now, you and your ride won't get stuck between a rock and a hard god-realm. Buckle up, Bifrost style!
Heroes
- Deadpool's VFX Makeover- Strategist Deadpool Hype Healing: The healing visual effects triggered by katana strikes have been polished up, because even the Merc with a Mouth likes his healing flashy and fabulous! - Vanguard Deadpool's Hardcore Trial: After passing the upgraded 'The Big Test,' the area Bonus Health visual effects are now clearer than a freshly cleaned katana. Extra health, extra style! - Katana Afterparty: All Deadpools now get improved trailing and afterimage effects when acing their ultimate with katana in hand, leaving enemies seeing double (or triple)! - Deadpool's Screen Scene: We've adjusted the visual clutter from the 'Deadpool In Your Area' ability for all roles. Wade's still got your back, just not blocking the whole screen anymore. Maximum effort, sub-maximum interference! - We hope these visual upgrades improve your battle experience! We'll keep a keen eye on any VFX that could cause serious interference and continue to polish them until they're worthy of the Marvel name.
Phoenix's Hot Potato: In rare cosmic circumstances, Phoenix's ultimate could be destroyed by teammates' projectiles. This fiery mishap is now history; no more friendly fire!
Marvel Moment Mishap: In some cases, when a hero is affected by an Ultimate Ability (such as Emma Frost's) and another hero (for example, Spider-Man) uses a standard ability to score a terrain KO on the affected opponent, that hero
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