Marvel Rivals Rank Reset Mid-Season Proves Too Controversial, Prompting Reversal

Marvel Rivals Reverses Controversial Mid-Season Rank Reset Decision

Following significant player backlash, Marvel Rivals has reversed its decision to implement mid-season rank resets. The developer announced the change in Dev Talk 11, a swift response to the negative feedback generated by the initial announcement in Dev Talk 10.

The original plan, detailed in Dev Talk 10, called for a four-division rank drop every 45 days (mid-season). This was met with criticism from players who felt it was overly punishing and discouraged competitive play. Dev Talk 11 clarifies that there will be no mid-season rank reset. Players will maintain their existing rank and score from the first half of the season. End-of-season resets will still occur, resulting in a six-division drop.

Despite this reversal, other planned updates remain on track. The addition of Human Torch and The Thing, expanding the hero roster to 39, is still scheduled. NetEase Games' commitment to releasing two new playable characters per three-month season remains unchanged. Rewards for players achieving Gold rank and above also stay the same, including a free Invisible Woman costume for Gold rank and above, and Crests of Honor for Grandmaster rank and above. Additional end-of-season rewards will be awarded to those reaching Gold rank. While balance adjustments were previously mentioned, details are yet to be released.

Marvel Rivals highlighted its responsiveness to community feedback, emphasizing its commitment to player engagement. The rapid turnaround from Dev Talk 10 to Dev Talk 11 demonstrates a willingness to listen to player concerns. The developer stated their dedication to making Marvel Rivals the best it can be, crediting the community as the driving force behind this goal.

The mid-season update is scheduled for February 21, 2025. Marvel Rivals is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.