Marvel Rivals' Season 1: Eternal Night Falls is off to a strong start, exceeding expectations and delighting players. The recent addition of Midnight Features event quests has garnered significant praise on social media platforms like Reddit.
The quests' versatility, allowing completion across Quick Play, Competitive, and AI modes, has been a major point of positive feedback. The option to play against AI is particularly appreciated, providing a less pressured environment for experimenting with new heroes and tackling challenges. The improved visual presentation of these quests, showcased through an animated Daily Bugle-style newspaper in the Events tab, has also been well-received. The promise of a free Thor skin for completing all quests further incentivizes participation.
Beyond the event quests, Season 1 has introduced several other popular features. Players are pleased with the increased rewards, including two free skins in the battle pass (up from one previously). The addition of new maps, a fresh game mode, and implemented balance changes have also contributed to the positive reception.
NetEase Games' commitment to regular content updates is another significant factor in the game's success. The developers have confirmed plans to introduce a new playable hero every six weeks, ensuring a steady stream of fresh content for players. While the initial season features the complete Fantastic Four within three months, future seasons will reportedly have a more measured content release.
The game's recent success, including a DICE award nomination and a PlayStation Players' Choice award, alongside a record-breaking concurrent player count on Steam, underscores the positive impact of these improvements and the developers' responsiveness to player feedback. The overall positive response suggests a bright future for Marvel Rivals.
