The latest update to Marvel Rivals has arrived with zero server downtime, giving players a smooth transition into the exciting new additions. Released on April 24, 2025, this patch introduces a range of new features, including a highly anticipated game mode, fresh cosmetic bundles, and a series of tweaks aimed at improving the player experience.
New Mode GiantSize Brain Blast
The standout feature of this update is the introduction of the GiantSize Brain Blast mode, which is set to spice up the gameplay with colossal rewards and intense challenges. This special event will run across two windows:
April 25 to April 28, 2025
May 2 to May 5, 2025
During these windows, players can compete on unique leaderboards and earn massive ingame prizes that reflect the epic nature of the event. As part of the excitement, the games environment will encourage players to think big and shoot big, providing a fresh and dynamic gameplay experience.
New Content in the InGame Store
A few new cosmetic bundles have been introduced to the ingame store, including:
Loki Shin SagiShi Bundle
Hela Yami no Karasu Bundle
Additionally, a range of Brain Blast Emotes are now available, allowing players to express themselves in fun new ways during battles. To enhance the character experience, the emote Luna Snows Cyber Tunes has been revamped, now playing continuously to match her energetic style.
Hero Proficiency System Tweaks
The patch also brings changes to the hero proficiency system. Missions are now divided into Quick MatchCompetitive and ConquestDoom Match, with the latter introducing a daily limit on repetitions. This system overhaul aims to reward players more consistently and encourage mastery across different battle formats.
Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements
Several important bug fixes have been implemented to enhance the games overall experience. Here are some of the key updates:
General Fixes:
A rare bug causing players to get stuck on the roundswitch transition screen has been resolved.
A glitch on the Krakoa map, where the emote wheel failed to function properly, has been fixed.
The Faction systems issue of being unable to change a name after a cooldown period has been patched.
Hero Fixes:
Emma Frost: The Diamond Dynamite ability now works as intended, preventing her Carbon Crush from launching enemies into the ground or off the map.
Mister Fantastic: Fixed an issue with his Flexible Elongation move, which previously aimed inaccurately through portals.
Iron Fist: His KunLun Kick now performs consistently without rollback issues in highlatency battles.
Psylocke: The Wing Shurikens now strike Lokis arm properly, retaining their full damage output.
Invisible Woman: Fixed the recovery rate for her Guardian Shield ability to ensure smoother gameplay.
Looking Ahead
This update is just the beginning, as Marvel Rivals is gearing up for Season 2.5, which promises exciting new heroes, maps, and events. Leaks have already hinted at the arrival of new characters, including Daredevil and potentially a new mutant hero, keeping players on the edge of their seats for whats to come.
As the game continues to evolve, players can expect more content and adjustments that will further refine the gameplay experience and enhance the fun of this heropacked shooter. The GiantSize Brain Blast event is sure to be a highlight, and players are already gearing up for the massive rewards and unique challenges it brings.
Stay tuned for more updates and happy battling!