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Gizmodo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
‘Marvel Rivals' Is Making Ultron a Lean, Mean, Healing Machine
Marvel Rivals has had a bit of a support problem in its latest season. Amid the glitz and glamor of Emma Frost's arrival and the Hellfire Gala, the hero shooter's sophomore season aimed to try and reign in a meta that had seen the game's cast of strategists—the healing and support heroes in the game's riff on the classic Tank/Healer/DPS triangle—become dominantly powerful, with balance updates that saw support characters face longer cooldowns, smaller health pools, and even a rebalancing of how the game weighted support contributions to end-of-match rewards. That and the general hero-shooter-reputation of support players feeling undervalued by their teams caused a lot of ire (and even calls for a strike), to the point that developer NetEase began reverting some of the tweaks it made. But while those have somewhat calmed the ire of angsty strategist mains, it seems like they're getting a big bone thrown to them with Rivals' latest addition, Ultron, a strategist who seemingly asks: aren't you tired of being nice? Don't you just want to go apeshit? Although we've known since the start of the season that Ultron would be Rivals' mid-season addition to the roster, today NetEase lifted the lid on our first proper look at him in action, and it seems like he's going to be a maligned support player's dream. First up, he's pretty aggressive, with both his primary fire looking quite mean and his nature as the first flying strategist hero letting him chase down foolhardy duelists who wanted to try and pick off a support. That flight also gives him a nifty escape option, as we get to see him boost out of and away from being pinned by Wolverine's perpetually annoying leap attack, too. But all that aggro doesn't mean Rivals players will seemingly have to fear 'DPS Ultrons' who don't balance their damaging abilities with healing output. Ultron will be able to tag allies with a healing drone that provides sustained healing over time in a radius around the tagged teammate, while he keeps attacking, and what looks like a temporary shield buff that grants overhealth to mitigate incoming damage. And if that wasn't enough, his ultimate lets Ultron call in a host of drones to fire a volley of beam blasts that simultaneously heal allies and and harm foes. Sometimes the best way to heal your friends is to obliterate anything that threatens to damage them in the first place! Time will tell just how Ultron slots into Marvel Rivals' meta, but you can probably to expect to suddenly see a lot more support mains in your lobbies when he arrives alongside the season 2.5 update next week starting May 30.
Digital Trends
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
How to complete all Marvel Rivals Hellfire Gala Moments event Acts and get free rewards
Table of Contents Table of Contents How to complete all Hellfire Gala Moments Acts in Marvel Rivals Every reward you can claim from Hellfire Gala Moments event in Marvel Rivals Marvel Rivals has kept fans engaged with constant updates and rich content like Season 2, which premiered on April 11, 2025, and delves deep into the X-Men universe, celebrating the glamor and drama of the iconic Hellfire Gala. This season's playable heroes include Emma Frost, the psychic White Queen, and Ultron, as well as the lush, mutant refuge of Krakoa, a new map. With five new characters released since launch and a meta-shifting balance patch, the game continues to evolve, yet recent reports indicate a drop in PC player counts, fueling debate regarding retention. The season's latest offering, the Hellfire Gala: Moments event, began on May 2, 2025, and will continue until May 23, enabling players to immerse themselves in Krakoa's grandeur. This three-act event provides exclusive rewards, including the fashionable Wolverine Patch skin, for completing Gala Missions such as completing missions and earning X-Coins. Players can also vote for the Best Dressed hero to win a free costume for next year's Gala. With new skins like as Black Panther's royal Hellfire ensemble and Winter Soldier's Thunderbolts-inspired design, the event combines fashion, competition, and narrative depth. Here are all the acts and rewards you can get by completing them. How to complete all Hellfire Gala Moments Acts in Marvel Rivals The Hellfire Gala Moments is an exciting new addition to Marvel Rivals Season 2, complementing the ongoing Cerebro Database event that fans are already diving into. This event operates in a distinct manner, setting it apart from the rest. It showcases three distinct acts, each packed with specific missions that players must tackle to progress. Before diving into the thrilling challenges of the next two acts, players must first complete all the missions in Act One. Only then will the path to unlocking the subsequent acts be revealed. Here are all the acts and the missions included: Act 1: Explore Krakoa Challenges The Green Lagoon: Complete 15 matches in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 50 Chrono Tokens A Flying Dragon?: Heal 50,000 Health in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 50 Chrono Tokens Krakoa's Next Gen: Defeat 100 enemies in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 80 Chrono Tokens Act 2: Hellfire Trading Company Gifts For every 50 X-Coins earned, you can draw a gift from the trading cards roll. You can claim a total of 4 gifts to progress to Act 3. However, you can claim the X-Coins by completing the following missions in three parts: Part 1 Challenges Complete 5 matches in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 20 X-Coins Secure 40 Assists in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 10 X-Coins Take 60,000 Damage in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 20 X-Coins Deal 60,000 Damage in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 20 X-Coins Land 20 Final Hits in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 30 X-Coins Part 2 Challenges Complete 6 matches in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 30 X-Coins Land 30 Final Hits in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 40 X-Coins Defeat 50 enemies in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 30 X-Coins Heal 60,000 Health in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 20 X-Coins Upvote 6 Allies in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 10 X-Coins Part 3 Challenges Complete 6 matches in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 30 X-Coins Collect 5 Health Packs in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 30 X-Coins Land 40 Final Hits in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 40 X-Coins Take 60,000 in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 30 X-Coins Score Double KOs in Quick Match, Competitive, or Practice VS. AI – Get 40 X-Coins Act 3: Gala Star Vote The Gala Star Vote lets you decide which character will receive a Hellfire Gala costume next year, which you can earn for free. You'll need to complete missions to earn Voting Tokens. You can also exchange X-Coins for additional Voting Tokens. Use these tokens to cast votes for your favorite character. Each vote costs one Voting Token. After voting 10 times, you'll receive a special Gallery Card featuring one of the characters in the event. Here are the characters you can choose from: Emma Frost Black Panther Scarlet Witch Cloak & Dagger Wolverine Black Widow Bruce Banner Captain America Furthermore, you can only choose your hero once from the list above for your Gallery Card so choose wisely. Every reward you can claim from Hellfire Gala Moments event in Marvel Rivals Here are all the rewards you can unlock by playing the Marvel Rivals Hellfire Gala Moments event: Wolverine – Patch Costume: Complete all three acts (Explore Krakoa, Hellfire Trading Gifts, Best Dressed Voting) by finishing Gala Missions and collecting X-Coins. 'To Me, My X-Men' Emote (Emma Frost): Collect 50 X-Coins from daily/weekly missions and spend on a Hellfire Trading Company gift. Seven Additional Gifts: Collect 200 X-Coins total from missions to claim four gifts in Act 2. Chrono Tokens (180): Complete three Krakoa map missions (play 15 matches, heal 50,000 health, defeat 100 enemies) in any mode. Make sure to finish your missions in time as the event ends on May 23, when the next Marvel Rivals update arrives and brings Ultron to the game's roster.
Digital Trends
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
How to get Marvel Rivals Wolverine Patch costume for free
Marvel Rivals Season 2 has debuted with a stunning content selection, transporting players to the spectacular Hellfire Gala, a mutant-centric festival set on the bright Krakoa map. Emma Frost makes her debut as a fearsome Vanguard hero this season, and the Battle Pass has been redesigned with plenty of rewards. NetEase Games entices free-to-play players by providing exquisite cosmetics for free, such as the Scarlet Witch Chaos Gown, which can be obtained by simply playing nine matches, and Mantis' Flora Maiden skin from the Cerebro Database event. These free skins underscore the season's emphasis on accessibility, allowing gamers to dress their favorite Marvel characters in high-fashion. Recommended Videos The excitement builds up to the Hellfire Gala Moments event, which runs from May 2 to May 23, 2025, and enables players to immerse themselves in Krakoa's elegance with unique tasks and beautiful rewards. This limited-time event will feature exclusive cosmetics such as emotes and nameplates, as well as a standout reward: a brand-new Wolverine skin known as the Patch costume. This high-fashion design, which features Logan in a sleek white suit and eyepatch, is inspired by legendary comic lore and has fans buzzing, especially following its introduction in the Season 2 teaser. Here's how to get it in Marvel Rivals. How to claim the free Wolverine Patch skin in Marvel Rivals The Wolverine Patch skin, which depicts Logan in a sleek white suit and eyepatch inspired by the Hellfire Gala comics, is a noteworthy free reward in Marvel Rivals Season 2. This cosmetic is available during the Hellfire Gala Moments event from May 2 to May 23, 2025, and can be obtained by completing a series of objectives on the Krakoa map. Log in to Marvel Rivals, then select the Events tab from the main menu. To reach the mission board, select the Hellfire Gala Moments event. To unlock the skin, players must complete challenges spread throughout three Acts. Begin by visiting three distinct Krakoa map locations—The Green Lagoon, A Flying Dragon?, and Krakoa's Next Gen—in Quick Match, Competitive, or AI games to win 180 Chrono Tokens. Next, focus on earning X-Coins by accomplishing tasks such as dealing damage or playing matches. Use this currency to acquire four Gala Gifts from a pool of eight on the event page, including cosmetics such as Emma Frost's 'To Me, My X-Men' emote. You can have a peek at them from the Rewards Preview. Finally, cast ten votes in the Gala Star Vote to select the 2026 Hellfire Gala costume hero. Earn Voting Tokens by completing missions such as disrupting enemies or role-specific duties; each vote costs one token. Completing these votes also results in a personalized Gallery Card. To progress through missions, prioritize daily missions for speedier rewards. Track your progress in the event interface, and once all missions have been done, go to the event page and click Claim to add the Wolverine Patch skin to your collection. Act promptly, as these rewards will expire after May 23, 2025, so dive into Krakoa to claim this iconic skin.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Marvel Rivals April 30 Update Balance Changes: Hero nerfs, buffs, and meta shift in Season 2
Marvel Rivals April 30 update balance changes (Image via NetEase Games) NetEase Games just released the Marvel Rivals April 30 update , introducing several hero balance changes and shaking up the meta once again. The game has seen yet another boost in player count in Season 2 due to the consistent release of new maps, new heroes, and constant addressing of hero balance issues every week. This week's update balances the following heroes: Captain America, Doctor Strange, Groot, Spider-Man, Winter Soldier, Adam Warlock, Cloak & Dagger, Luna Snow, and Mantis. This article will brief you on all the hero balance changes in the Marvel Rivals April 30 update. All buffs and nerfs in the Marvel Rivals April 30 update Dazzle. Decide. Define the Future. | Hellfire Gala Moments Incoming | MarvelRivals Marvel Rivals April 30 update targets heroes from all three classes, Vanguard, Duelist, and Strategist, while also adjusting the Stars Aligned team-up ability. It addresses the overpowered nature of the current meta with Captain America and Groot. Furthermore, Spider-Man has finally been nerfed as the Marvel Rivals community has been asking for it. As the cherry on top, several changes are made to key strategists that is sure to shake things up. Here are all the balance changes in the Marvel Rivals April 30 update. Class Hero Change Elaboration Vanguard Captain America Base health reduced from 650 → 600 Slightly lowers his survivability on the frontline. Doctor Strange Ultimate cost reduced from 3400 → 3100 Allows more frequent use of Eye of Agamotto. Groot Ironwood Wall health reduced from 700 → 600 Makes his shield easier to break through. Duelist Spider-Man Amazing Combo radius reduced from 5m → 4m Requires tighter aim and positioning to hit all targets. Winter Soldier Tainted Voltage now has 2 charge levels (cooldown unchanged) Adds tactical flexibility to his combat style. Strategist Adam Warlock Crit hits reduce Avatar Life Stream cooldown by 1s Rewards offensive play with better sustain. Cloak & Dagger Cloak: Darkforce Cloak damage 75/s → 80/s Dagger: Hit damage 15 → 18 Both forms deal slightly more damage to enemies. Luna Snow Damage falloff at 40m increased from 60% → 75% Her long-range attacks now hit harder. Mantis Life Energy Blast damage increased from 50 → 55 Buffs her offensive potential while healing. Team-Up Cap + Winter Soldier Stellar Impact grants +50 bonus health to nearby allies Also read: Marvel Rivals Giant-Size Brain Blast game mode: How does it work, free emote, all rewards, and more
Business Mayor
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Mayor
Marvel Rivals Season 2 rank reset and competitive mode explained
Marvel Rivals' highly anticipated Season 2, named Hellfire Gala, has begun, enthralling players with a stunning assortment of new content. The season introduces Emma Frost, the diamond-clad X-Men vanguard, as well as a new Domination map set in the opulent Krakoa. NetEase Games has released a vivid Battle Pass with 10 new outfits, including free skins like Scarlet Witch's Chaos Gown, which can be unlocked through gameplay. The Cerebro Database event and improved Team-Up abilities add to the experience by shaking up strategy and meta dynamics. Season 2 promises to keep the hero shooter's momentum going, especially with Ultron on the way. Despite the excitement, competitive players have also seen some big changes that have spurred fierce debate within the community. Following the roster additions of The Thing and Human Torch in Season 1.5, NetEase is focusing on improving the ranked experience even further. The developer's ambition to balance ranked lobbies has resulted in radical changes that address comments from Season 1's skipped mid-season reset. As the competitive scene advances, the stakes become increasingly high, paving the way for a modified ladder. Here are all the changes made in Marvel Rivals' competitive mode in Season 2. Everything new and changes in Marvel Rivals competitive mode in Season 2 Marvel Rivals' Season 2 introduced sweeping changes to its competitive mode, aiming to refine matchmaking, enhance strategic depth, and reward player dedication. Rank Reset Season 2 brought a massive rank reset, lowering all players by nine divisions based on their Season 1.5 rankings. For example, a Diamond I player now starts at Silver I, while those below Gold II are demoted to Bronze III. This reset, the first big one since Season 1's mid-season reset was canceled due to backlash, seeks to redistribute players for more equitable matchmaking. NetEase believes this fosters skill-based growth, but some lower-ranked players are dreading the trek back to higher ranks. The reset coincides with new content, such as Emma Frost's addition, to renew the competitive meta. Read More Wordle Today (#629): Wordle answer and hints for March 10 NetEase Games New Rank Restrictions added To ensure balanced matchups, Season 2 tightened rank limitations. The minimum level required to enable competitive mode has been increased from 10 to 15, guaranteeing that players have adequate game understanding. Hero pick-and-ban phases, which were previously limited to Diamond III and higher, now begin at Gold III, allowing more players to engage in strategic bans. At the top, the Eternity and One Above All rankings are restricted to solo or duo queues, limiting predefined team advantages. Players from Gold I to Celestial I can only queue with others in three categories, whereas Eternity players can join up with Celestial II players within 200 points. These limits are intended to improve fairness, but they have frustrated some high-ranking players wanting flexibility. Competitive map rotation added Season 2 added a competitive map rotation, limiting the pool to four maps for ranked play and esports tournaments. The new Hellfire Gala: Krakoa map, commemorating Emma Frost's debut, has joined the rotation, while Yggsgard: Royal Palace and Tokyo 2099: Shin-Shibuya have been removed. This update is intended to streamline strategy, but it has been criticized for diminishing variation, with some players claiming it makes ranked feel repetitive. Quick Play and Custom Games preserve all maps, giving you access to the whole roster. The rotation may change again in Season 2.5, possibly returning retired maps. New Ranked skin and rewards The ranked rewards in Season 2 encourage players to work their way up the ladder. Gold III and above players gain access to the Golden Diamond Emma Frost costume, while Grandmaster III grants the Grandmaster Crest of Honor. Celestial III players receive the Celestial Crest and Eternity or One Above. Every player is given a combined Crest. The special Top 500 Crest of Honor is awarded at the end of the season to the top 500 players. Rewards are based on the highest rank earned, with a minimum of 10 competitive matches required to claim. These cosmetics, which cannot be purchased in the shop, provide prestige, although some players are concerned about their exclusivity vs accessibility.
