Marvel Rivals Shatters Steam Player Records with Season 1 Launch
Season 1: Eternal Night Falls has propelled Marvel Rivals to a new peak on Steam, exceeding 560,000 concurrent players. This surge follows the introduction of the Fantastic Four, new maps like the Sanctum Sanctorum, and a thrilling new game mode, Doom Match.
The captivating storyline, featuring Dracula's takeover of New York City and the Fantastic Four's heroic counter-offensive, has clearly resonated with players. Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman are now playable, with Human Torch and The Thing slated for a major mid-season update.
Beyond the characters, new maps – the Sanctum Sanctorum (home to Doom Match) and Midtown (featured in convoy missions) – add depth and variety. This influx of fresh content underscores NetEase Games' commitment to attracting and retaining players.
SteamDB data confirms this record-breaking success, highlighting the massive player engagement during the Season 1 launch. While overall player numbers across all platforms remain unconfirmed, the Steam figures strongly suggest a highly successful season debut. To further incentivize participation, a Steam gift card contest is underway, rewarding players for sharing exciting gameplay moments on the game's Discord server.
Marvel Rivals' Continued Success
This achievement builds upon Marvel Rivals' previous success, having already attracted 20 million players across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S since its December 6, 2024 launch. Anticipation is high for continued growth following the Season 1 launch.
NetEase Games is actively courting new players with generous free cosmetic rewards. The Midnight Features event offers a free Thor skin, Twitch Drops provide a free Hela skin, and the Darkhold battle pass includes free skins for Peni Parker and Scarlet Witch (even without purchasing the premium version). This abundance of free content is undoubtedly contributing to the game's popularity and fuels excitement for future updates.
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