Marvel Rivals: Wong's Potential Arrival Sparks Fan Speculation

A recently discovered Easter egg in the upcoming Marvel Rivals Season 1 update has ignited speculation among players about the potential addition of Wong to the game's roster. The game, a multiplayer hero shooter similar to Overwatch, has already amassed over 10 million players in its first 72 hours, generating significant excitement for future content.

Season 1, subtitled "Eternal Night," introduces Dracula as the main antagonist, hinting at a supernatural theme. The season will also feature the Fantastic Four (Mister Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and The Thing), along with alternate skins for Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman as the Maker and Malice, respectively. The season launches January 10th.

The source of the Wong speculation? A brief glimpse of a painting depicting Doctor Strange's mystical ally in the trailer for the new Sanctum Sanctorum map. Reddit user fugo_hate highlighted this detail on r/marvelrivals, sparking discussions about Wong's potential gameplay abilities.

Wong's Rising Profile

Wong's popularity has skyrocketed in recent years, largely due to Benedict Wong's acclaimed portrayal in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While he's been a fixture in Doctor Strange comics since the 1960s, his gaming appearances have been limited to non-playable roles (Marvel: Ultimate Alliance) or playable roles in mobile titles (Marvel Contest of Champions, Marvel Snap) and LEGO Marvel Superheroes 2.

The painting in the Sanctum Sanctorum map could simply be a tribute to a key Doctor Strange ally, given the map's numerous references to the supernatural Marvel universe. However, the possibility of a playable Wong remains enticing, leaving fans eagerly anticipating Season 1's launch and the potential revelations it holds. The new season will include three new locations and a new game mode, Doom Match, alongside the arrival of Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman as playable characters on January 10th.