Marvel Rivals is getting a big update with its second season, bringing mutants, robots, and a stylish new setting. If you’ve been playing the vampire-themed first season, things are about to change as the game moves to Krakoa for the Hellfire Gala. Leaks have hinted at new content here and there, but NetEase just dropped a surprise trailer, confirming what’s coming. Here’s everything we spotted in Marvel Rivals Season 2 trailer, including the release date and what’s coming next.
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When Does Marvel Rivals Season 2 Start?
Marvel Rivals Season 2: Hellfire Gala launches on Tuesday, April 11th, 2025. This date has been confirmed by both the in-game countdown and the official reveal trailer released by NetEase today. While Season 2 is reportedly smaller than Season 1 in terms of new content, it should still run for approximately three months. Expect a mid-season update to arrive in late May with additional content.
New Characters in Marvel Rivals Season 2 Trailer
By watching the trailer above, we know that two new characters have been confirmed for Season 2:
1. Emma Frost
The White Queen herself will be joining the roster at the launch of Season 2. According to leaks, Emma Frost is expected to be a Vanguard class hero, using her mutant abilities in two key ways:
- Diamond Form: Emma hardens her skin to reduce damage and create space for her team.
- Psychic Powers: Her telepathic abilities likely enhance her frontline playstyle.
As the host of the Hellfire Gala, Emma takes center stage in the Season 2 storyline. If you’ve been looking for another option in the small Vanguard roster, Emma can be your new main.
2. Ultron
The classic villain will be crashing the Hellfire Gala party, likely arriving with the mid-season update. Leaks suggest Ultron will be a Strategist class hero with:
- High mobility: Perfect for strategic positioning.
- Healing drones: Ability to support allies with drone technology.
- Counter potential: May offer a counter to dive heroes in the game.
Marvel Rivals Season 2: Welcome to Krakoa
Marvel Rivals’ second season takes players to Krakoa, the living island nation of mutants, for the Hellfire Gala. Here’s what we know about the story:
- Emma Frost hosts the annual Hellfire Gala, inviting guests from all over.
- Ultron sees this as an opportunity and launches an invasion to wipe out Krakoa.
For X-Men fans, this setting has strong ties to the comics. Krakoa debuted in Giant-Size X-Men #1 (1975) as an enemy before evolving into a sovereign mutant nation in Jonathan Hickman’s House of X/Powers of X (2019). The Hellfire Gala itself is an event established during the “Krakoan Age” of X-Men comics, where mutants showcased their power and influence through extravagant fashion and diplomacy.
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New Skins, Costumes, and Battle Pass
Season 2 brings a host of new skins. Based on the trailer, these characters will receive new outfits:
- Black Panther
- Black Widow
- Bruce Banner
- Captain America
- Cloak & Dagger
- Luna Snow
- Magik
- Psylocke
- Rocket Raccoon
- Star-Lord
- Storm
- Wolverine
Like Season 1, expect Season 2 to feature a new Battle Pass with premium rewards, along with various in-game events that offer free skins. Players can also expect limited-time game modes and challenges tied to the Hellfire Gala theme, adding more ways to engage with the season’s content.
The newly implemented pick-up bundle and costume coin system should also provide additional ways to complete your superhero wardrobe. Season 2 brings a fresh theme and exciting content to Marvel Rivals. Whether you’re looking forward to playing as Emma Frost, battling Ultron, or simply exploring Krakoa, there’s plenty to be excited about when the Hellfire Gala begins on April 11th, 2025.
