Get ready, heroes! The latest Marvel Rivals update for Season 3.5 has dropped, bringing a fierce new fighter, exciting events, and a slew of gameplay enhancements. Whether you're battling on PlayStation 5, PC, or Xbox Series X|S, there’s something fresh for every player in this patch.
Blade Slashes Into the Roster
Leading the charge in this update is Blade, the daywalking vampire hunter, joining the Marvel Rivals lineup. With his unique lore 'Cut to The Chase,' Blade promises to shake up team strategies with deadly precision. New lore for Iron Man and Rocket Raccoon also adds depth to the multiverse narrative.
Exciting Events and Rewards
Dive into the Queen's Codex event, offering XP-based rewards like the free Symbiote Thing costume and premium goodies such as the Hela - Queen in Black outfit. Plus, don’t miss out on Twitch Drops, where you can snag the Mantis - Will of Galacta costume by tuning in. For the competitive crowd, hitting Gold rank now unlocks Blade’s slick Emerald Blade costume.
What’s New in Competitive Play?
This patch brings significant tweaks to Competitive mode, including updated matchmaking rules, latency equalization for fairer matches, and detailed disconnect penalties. Whether it’s a quick surrender or an untimely disconnect, the new system ensures balance with tiered penalties and compensation.
Gameplay and System Enhancements
Chat gets a makeover with Custom Muted Words and a Faction tab, while performance optimizations on PC and hero-specific fixes (like Venom’s swinging keybinds) polish the experience. For full details, check the patch notes on the official Marvel Rivals site.