Marvel Rivals: Release date and what to expect

Marvel Rivals release date
Hela in Marvel Rivals (Image via NetEase Games)

Marvel Rivals' official release is right around the corner. After a successful closed and open beta sequence, the game is all set to go live with its final build on December 5, 2024. NetEase Games' brand-new title will enter the competitive hero-shooter space, and judging by how popular it has been in the past few months, it is all set to battle with its competition.

This article will provide players with a detailed brief on Marvel Rivals' release and what players can expect from it.


Marvel Rivals' release date and time for all regions

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As per the game's official website, Marvel Rivals will go live for all regions on December 5, 2024, at 4 pm PT/7 pm EST/12 am UTC (next day).

Here's a detailed list of the release dates and times for different regions across the globe:

Time ZoneDate and Time
Pacific Time (PT)December 5, 2024, at 4 pm
Mountain Time (MT)December 5, 2024, at 5 pm
Central Time (CT)December 5, 2024, at 6 pm
Eastern Time (ET)December 5, 2024, at 7 pm
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT/UTC)December 6, 2024, at 12 am
Eastern European Time (EET)December 6, 2024, at 1 am
Moscow Standard Time (MSK)December 6, 2024, at 3 pm
Indian Standard Time (IST)December 6, 2024, at 5:30 am
China Standard Time (CST)December 6, 2024, at 8 am
Japan Standard Time (JST)December 6, 2024, at 9 am
Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT)December 6, 2024, at 11 am
New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT)December 6, 2024, at 1 pm

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What can we expect from Marvel Rivals' release?

First and foremost, Marvel Rivals' release will kickstart its very first season. Players can expect a brand-new Battle Pass to be featured with it. Similar to the closed beta's pass, they can expect a ton of free and premium cosmetics, and better yet, a range of other collectible in-game items and rewards, such as free currency, banners, and much more.

Moving forward, the latest posts from NetEase Games indicate that a range of new heroes and villains will be making their way into the game as it officially goes live on December 5, 2024. Here's a detailed list of all the characters that have been confirmed through official blog posts:

  • Star Lord
  • Hela
  • Namor
  • Loki
  • Spider Man
  • Doctor Strange
  • Magneto
  • Mantis
  • Magik
  • Groot
  • Rocket Raccoon
  • Luna Snow
  • Black Panther
  • Iron Man
  • Peni Parker
  • Venom
  • Adam Warlock
  • Scarlet Witch
  • Hulk
  • Storm
  • The Punisher
  • Jeff the Land Shark
  • Thor
  • Captain America
  • Winter Soldier
  • Psylocke
  • Moon Knight
  • Hawkeye

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The latest blog posts also indicate that an exclusive Marvel Rivals x Fortnite collaboration event will go live with the game's first season. Players can get their hands on an exclusive collectible cosmetic by simply participating in the event and playing 10 matches anywhere between December 6, 2024, at 7 p.m. ET ~ January 6, 2025 at 10:59 p.m. ET.

Last but not the least, new maps and other gameplay features are currently being developed and will be accessible once the game goes live. Furthermore, players can expect a range of quick updates and hotfixes to patch any issues that might pop up during the initial playthrough.


That's all there is to know about NetEase Games' brand-new hero-shooter. For more related news and guides, stay tuned to Sportskeeda's Esports and Gaming section.

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