Marvel Rivals' Fantastic Four Completes Its Roster with The Thing and Human Torch on February 21, 2025

The highly anticipated playable characters, The Thing and Human Torch, will join the fray in NetEase Games' and Marvel's popular hero shooter, Marvel Rivals, on February 21, 2025. This launch coincides with a Season 1.5 update, promising significant balance adjustments as detailed in a recent developer blog post on the official website.

While specific gameplay details for Ben Grimm and Johnny Storm remain under wraps, their arrival is sure to reshape the competitive landscape, much like the previous additions of Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman. These earlier additions introduced unique mechanics—Reed Richards' elastic abilities and Sue Storm's invisibility—significantly impacting the game's meta. Fans eagerly await a preview of The Thing and Human Torch's abilities.

The Season 1.5 update also includes a rank reset for Ranked players. On February 21st, all Ranked players will see their rank drop by four divisions. NetEase has clarified that future full season updates will result in a six-division drop, while mid-season updates will maintain the four-division drop. This system is subject to adjustment based on player feedback.

However, the update isn't all about rank adjustments. Gold-ranked players can anticipate new costume rewards, and a new Crest of Honor system will recognize top performers at Grandmaster, Celestial, Eternity, and One Above All tiers (top 500 players).

Creative director Guangyun Chen previously confirmed a new playable character release every six weeks, suggesting a steady stream of fresh heroes. While rumors and leaks point towards Blade as the next addition, Marvel Rivals' future roster remains largely unannounced.

Consult our updated Marvel Rivals Season 1 tier list to strategize your gameplay while awaiting the mid-season update and its impact on the meta. The original Season 1 patch significantly altered the game's dynamics, and the community's reaction to alleged bot issues further highlights the game's evolving landscape.