Read on below for everything that’s new and different in Marvel Rivals’ season 1.5. Some of the updates arriving in the mid-season patch for season one were already known, like the new characters and maps, while some leaked early on social media. NetEase Games confirmed the changes in the official notes released on Feb. 19.

NetEase Games has revealed a balance overhaul for Marvel Rivals set to go live on February 21, 2025. Update 20250221, which kicks off Season 1.5 of the hero shooter, refines several of the available characters with ability and stat adjustments.

NetEase has revealed the balance changes coming to Marvel Rivals mid-season update 1.5 this February 21, 2025.

- The first round of the season 1.5 Twitch Drops event is live! Players can earn the "Two-in-One" spray and Hela's "Great Galaxy" emote. Also, stay tuned for a second round, expected to arrive mid-season 1.5, featuring a brand-new costume reward! (Keep an eye on official announcements for exact times!)

Marvel Rivals is about to enter the current season's second half, titled Season 1.5, and a new set of patch notes has arrived. The midseason update, version 20250221, brings several new exciting additions like the two remaining Fantastic Four members, The Human Torch and The Thing.

The midseason patch also brings a new Central Park map and balance adjustments designed to lower sustain via strategist ultimates.

The next major Marvel Rivals update is about to drop even more content for the free-to-play title, including another trip to a New York overrun by vampires. Ma