Marvel Rivals is set to enhance the offensive capabilities of Strategists in its upcoming mid-season update. As the game enters its second season, players can expect minor tweaks to certain heroes, including Groot and Captain America.
The developers are also adjusting performance rating calculations to promote a fairer gaming experience. Launched on April 11, Season 2 draws inspiration from the Hellfire Gala, the annual celebration of mutants.
This season introduced new gameplay dynamics, hero and Team-Up balancing, and the addition of a Krakoa-themed map. Emma Frost made her entrance as the new Vanguard, while several characters, including Doctor Strange and Peni Parker, received new skins.
Additionally, players now have the option to customize skins for characters like Winter Soldier, Luna Snow, Magik, and Psylocke. With the season nearly halfway through, the developers at NetEase are preparing to roll out another update in response to community feedback.
Specifically, they have promised enhancements to certain Strategists, which will broaden the strategies players can utilize. Minor adjustments to heroes are on the way, including reduced survivability for Groot and Captain America, along with a slight decrease in the damage range of Spider-Man’s Amazing Combo.
Moreover, Doctor Strange will require less energy to utilize his ultimate ability. The mid-season update will also feature adjustments to Team-Up abilities, with a minor buff for Winter Soldier’s Tainted Voltage and Team-Up skill mentioned.
Furthermore, Ultron is confirmed as the next character to join Marvel Rivals. Beyond these updates, performance rating calculations will undergo changes to ensure that all characters, regardless of their role, have equitable chances for improved ratings, addressing observed disparities among Duelists, Vanguards, and Strategists in Season 2.