Marvelous Milestone: Rivals Surpass Record

Marvel Rivals Shatters Player Count Record with Season 1 Launch

The free-to-play team-based shooter, Marvel Rivals, has achieved a new peak concurrent player count following the release of Season 1: Eternal Night Falls. The game saw a staggering 644,269 concurrent players on January 11th, significantly surpassing its previous record of 480,990 set during its launch week.

Season 1: A Night of New Content

Launched on January 10th, Season 1 introduced a wealth of new content, driving the surge in players. This includes:

• New playable characters
• A brand-new map
• Game performance improvements and optimizations
• A revamped ranked system
• A fresh Battle Pass

The captivating storyline, featuring Dracula and Doctor Doom plunging the city into eternal night, and the addition of the Fantastic Four as playable heroes, undoubtedly contributed to the excitement and player influx. For detailed patch notes, including character skill adjustments, visit the official Marvel Rivals website or the Steam community page.

Mod Support Removed

The Season 1 update also brought a significant change: the removal of support for fan-made mods. The implementation of asset hash checking prevents the use of unofficial modifications, including custom skins and cheats. While this measure aims to combat cheating and maintain fair gameplay, it has sparked mixed reactions within the community. Some players mourn the loss of custom content, while others see it as a necessary step for a free-to-play game reliant on cosmetic sales.