Marvel Rivals Season 5 release date and everything we know so far

Daredevil and Angela race towards each other from opposite sides
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Marvel Rivals Season 5 will launch later this week (November 14), adding a brand new Hero into the mix, and refreshing Competitive Mode ranks and rewards. Given that the current season is still ongoing, we only really have a few solid details on what's next. We do however, have some teases as to what comes next.

What's new in Marvel Rivals?

The Marvel Rivals Season 4.5 roadmap

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Marvel Rivals is now in Season 4.5, and NetEase has shared the full roadmap for the new update. Looks like we can look forward to skins for Psylocke, Spider-Man, and Storm in the future. For info on what's set to be added in the next update as it happens, visit our Marvel Rivals Season 4.5 live blog.

Here's everything you need to know about the next season of Marvel Rivals, including when the current one ends, and what to expect from the new Hero that's being added. As release day draws nearer, I'll update this page with all of the latest news and info.

When is the next season of Marvel Rivals?

Marvel Rivals Phoenix, Namor and Rocket posing side by side

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Marvel Rivals Season 5 will launch following downtime that's planned for November 14, 2025. This is according to the in-game Battle Pass end date. It's possible that this may move somewhat, though in the past it's been accurate. Generally, downtime lasts two hours, so I predict the next season to launch around the times below:

  • East Coast (US): 6AM ET
  • West Coast (US): 3AM PT
  • United Kingdom: 11AM GMT
  • Australia (Sydney): 10PM AEST
  • Japan (Tokyo): 8PM JST

When does the current season of Marvel Rivals end?

Marvel Rivals

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Marvel Rivals Season 4.5 will end on November 14 at 4AM ET / 3AM PT / 9AM GMT, for a few hours of downtime before the launch of the new season. Keep an eye on the official Marvel Rivals website for any changes.

Marvel Rivals Season 4.5 new Team Up changes

Marvel Rivals Season 4.5 Team Up changes: Gamma Charge, Bestial Hunt, and Deep Wrath shown

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Marvel Rivals Season 4.5 brings in a bunch of new Team Ups, while removing existing ones. The first new one adds Hela and Namor, unlocking powerful boosts to damage. Here's what changed:

  • Ragnarok Rebirth: Hela - Thor (removed)
  • Gamma Charge: Hulk - Black Panther (Namor removed)
  • Bestial Hunt: Punisher - Daredevil (new)
  • Deep Wrath: Hela - Namor (new)

Marvel Rivals latest Hero balancing changes

Marvel Rivals: Season 4.5 Update! // Dev Vision Vol. 10 - YouTube Marvel Rivals: Season 4.5 Update! // Dev Vision Vol. 10 - YouTube
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In the Developer Vision video you can view above, some general balance updates applied to Marvel Rivals alongside the latest seasonal update are explained in full. We've collected the key points in the list below:

  • Hero balancing (buffs): Angela, Venom, Blade, Hela, Iron Fist, Mister Fantastic, Psylocke, Rocket Raccoon
  • Hero Balancing (nerfs): Human Torch, Phoenix, Cloak & Dagger, Jeff the Land Shark, Ultron

Marvel Rivals Rogue and Gambit

A wedding invitation to Rogue and Gambit's wedding, written on a playing card

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Marvel Rivals is expected to add Rogue and Gambit as the next Heroes, with a couple of teases pointing to the X-Men heroes having dropped recently. The first was a hidden batch of character art for Rogue and Gambit (see below), showing a glimpse at what they'll look like in-game. Then, a post appeared on the official Marvel Rivals X account, with a wedding invite to the wedding of Gambit and Rogue.

Marvel Rivals next season FAQ

Who was the last Hero to be added to Marvel Rivals?

Daredevil was the last Hero to be added to Marvel Rivals. He's a Duelist that uses his radar senses to pick priority targets through walls. His Ultimate does damage to anyone looking in his direction, and he's the anchor for a Team Up with The Punisher.

Who are the next characters coming to Marvel Rivals?

At present, we don't know any confirmed Heroes for Marvel Rivals. Rogue and Gambit are expected for Season 5, given this tease by NetEase, showing new character art.

What season is Marvel Rivals in?

Marvel Rivals is currently in Season 4.5. This started on October 10, and should run through to November 14. We'll then be in Season 5.

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Jake Green
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Jake is currently working as Evergreen Editor at TechRadar Gaming. Hailing from the overcast shores of Brighton in the United Kingdom, Jake can be found covering everything from features to guides content around the latest game releases. As seen on NME.com, Eurogamer.net, and VG247.com, Jake specializes in breaking games down into approachable pieces for guides, and providing SEO advice to websites looking to expand their audiences.

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