Marvel Rivals Season 1 Balance Update Is Full Of Buffs And Nerfs For Each Role: Full Patch Notes

Marvel Rivals will soon kick off Season 1: Eternal Night Falls on January 10, and it wouldn't be a proper season start without a wide-range of balance changes to spice up the game's still in flux meta.

In a blog post, developer NetEase outlined some of its philosophy in regards to the game's upcoming buffs and nerfs, stating it looked to adjust certain heroes in the name of "enabling a broader roster to partake in more intricate gameplay, ensuring a richer, more engaging, and diverse gaming experience for all." It outlined a number of different team compositions and strategies players are employing, and overall seems happy with what it calls a "vibrant diversity of lineups." That lineup is certain to change with the addition of the Fantastic Four this season, with heroes Mr. Fantastic and the Invisible Woman joining the roster at the season's start.

As for the changes themselves, there are a number of buffs and nerfs to heroes in each role, with a significant number of changes to Duelist heroes. Popular damage dealers Hawkeye and Hela are being brought down a peg, with Hela having her health slightly decreased while Hawkeye will no longer be doing quite as much damage at longer ranges. On the flipside, Black Widow (one of the game's least-picked heroes according to NetEase), is getting a number of buffs. Moon Knight's ultimate ability will be more effective in Season 1, while Psylocke's will be a little less effective as it will have to cut through enemy shields as well. Storm is getting much-needed buffs, with increased projectile speed and damage, as well as more bonus health upon finishing her ultimate ability. Winter Soldier, another popular Duelist pick, is losing a little damage but gaining more survivability.

Continue Reading at GameSpot

Topics

Marvel Rivals' Most Popular Heroes From Season 0

Season 1 of Marvel Rivals is fast approaching, but ahead of it, NetEase has released a ton of data about Marvel Rivals, including win rates and pick rates . This data is broken down by quick ...
GameSpot - 14h
NFL coach, GM interview tracker, updates: Full list of candidates for every vacancy during 2025 hiring cycle

The latest news, rumors and updates for NFL coaching changes and searches
CBS Sports - 13h
Golden Globes Winners: The Full List

The winning films, TV shows, actors and production teams at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards.
The New York Times - 2d
Marvel Rivals Is Pitting The Fantastic Four Against Dracula

Earlier this month, NetEase Games teased the debut of the Fantastic Four , the first post-launch heroes for Marvel Rivals . Now, the trailer for Marvel Rivals Season 1 has arrived, and it reveals ...
GameSpot - 2d
Jimmy Carter’s Funeral: See the Full Schedule of Events

The gestures of remembrance have all been selected to reflect the 39th president’s rural roots and political career in Georgia and Washington, and his legacy of global advocacy.
The New York Times - 4d
Sick season is in full force. What the latest CDC figures show

Flu is taking off in the U.S., with 40 states reporting high or very high levels of flu-like illness last week
ABC News - 5d
Call Of Duty Patch Notes For Black Ops 6, Warzone, And Zombies Reveal All The Big Squid Game Updates

It's a big day for Call of Duty, as the new Squid Game collaboration launches today, January 3, alongside a significant update across Black Ops 6 and Warzone. Activision has now posted the full ...
GameSpot - 5d
Fantasy Football Week 18 Full-PPR Rankings

The Yahoo Fantasy team reveals their Week 18 PPR rankings for fantasy football.
Yahoo Sports - 5d
Marvel Rivals Season 1: Start Date, New Heroes, New Map, And Everything Else To Know

Marvel Rivals has hit some major milestones since its launch a month ago, including reaching 20 million players . The Overwatch competitor features a huge roster , including the now beloved ...
GameSpot - 6d