NetEase's free-to-play PvP hero shooter, Marvel Rivals, is about to get a major update! Season 1, titled "Eternal Night Falls," introduces new heroes and maps, and we've got the release details for you.
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Marvel Rivals Season 1 ("Eternal Night Falls") Release Date
Season 1 kicks off on January 10th at 4:00 AM Eastern Time (ET). Here's the release time in other time zones:
| Timezone | Release Date |
|---|---|
| USA – East Coast | Jan. 10, 4 a.m. ET |
| USA – West Coast | Jan. 10, 1 a.m. PT |
| UK | Jan. 10, 9 a.m. GMT |
| Europe | Jan. 10, 10 a.m. CET |
| Japan | Jan. 10, 6 p.m. JST |
What's New in Marvel Rivals Season 1?
The Fantastic Four are joining the roster!
Note: Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman arrive on January 10th. The Thing and Human Torch will be added later in Season 1, approximately six to seven weeks later, during the final week of February.
New maps are also on the way:
Both maps are set in the Fantastic Four's home base: New York City!
That's all the key information on the Marvel Rivals Season 1 release. Check out The Escapist for more game tips, including how to snag Twitch drops and a complete list of ultimate voice lines.
Marvel Rivals is free-to-play on PS5, Xbox, and PC.
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