Marvel Rivals Reaches a New Player Milestone With Season 1

Marvel Rivals' Season 1 Launch Shatters Concurrent Player Records on Steam

Marvel Rivals has achieved a phenomenal milestone with the launch of Season 1: Eternal Night Falls, surpassing 560,000 concurrent players on Steam, setting a new all-time high. This surge in popularity is fueled by the introduction of exciting new content.

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. These iconic heroes join the fray against Dracula, who has ensnared Doctor Strange and seized control of New York City.

New maps further enhance the gameplay experience. The mystical Sanctum Sanctorum serves as the backdrop for the thrilling new Doom Match mode, while Midtown offers a dynamic setting for convoy missions.

NetEase Games' strategic approach to player acquisition is evident. The developer is actively engaging players with free in-game rewards, including free skins for Thor (via 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 extends beyond Steam. Since its December 6, 2024 launch, Marvel Rivals has already amassed 20 million players across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, a testament to its broad appeal. The Season 1 launch is expected to further boost these numbers. A Steam gift card contest further incentivizes player engagement, rewarding players for sharing exciting gameplay moments on the game's Discord. The future looks bright for Marvel Rivals, with NetEase Games committed to ongoing expansion and content updates.