Marvel Rivals Milestone: Season 1 Draws Record Players

Marvel Rivals' Season 1 Launch Shatters Steam Player Records

Marvel Rivals soared to new heights with the launch of Season 1: Eternal Night Falls, smashing its previous concurrent player record on Steam with over 560,000 players simultaneously enjoying the action. This impressive milestone underscores the success of the new season's additions.

The new season introduces the Fantastic Four – Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman are immediately playable, with Human Torch and The Thing slated for a major mid-season update. New maps, including the Sanctum Sanctorum and Midtown, offer fresh gameplay experiences. Midtown features in convoy missions, while the Sanctum Sanctorum serves as the backdrop for the exciting new Doom Match mode.

NetEase Games is clearly committed to expanding Marvel Rivals' player base. Beyond the substantial content update, they're actively incentivizing participation with free in-game rewards. Players can earn free skins for Thor (via the Midnight Features event) and Hela (through Twitch Drops). The Season 1 Darkhold battle pass also offers free skins for Peni Parker and Scarlet Witch, even without purchasing the premium version.

This success builds upon Marvel Rivals' already impressive launch. Since its December 6, 2024 debut, the free-to-play title has attracted over 20 million players across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S platforms. With Season 1’s strong reception, this number is expected to continue its upward trajectory. A Steam gift card contest further enhances player engagement, encouraging players to share their gameplay highlights on the game's Discord server. The future looks bright for Marvel Rivals.