This week, Marvel Rivals, the celebrated character shooter, is gearing up to launch its first major holiday event.
The upcoming winter update is packed with a slew of fresh character costumes and introduces a fun-filled gameplay mode that echoes the style of Splatoon, focusing exclusively on Jeff the Landshark.
Exciting Developments in Marvel Rivals
Since its debut earlier this month on platforms such as Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, Marvel Rivals has quickly become a fan favorite, standing out as one of the year’s top titles.
As a free-to-play third-person hero shooter, it has attracted a large community, with Steam reporting hundreds of thousands of daily logins.
Following this impressive launch, developer NetEase has exciting plans for a festive in-game event.
Winter Celebration Details
On December 16, NetEase shared a trailer for “The Winter Celebration,” revealing details about the seasonal update set for release on December 20.
Players can look forward to festive winter costumes for characters like Venom, Magik, Rocket Raccoon, and Groot.
As a special treat, there will be a complimentary ski-themed skin for Jeff the Landshark, a small yet powerful healer who has sparked varying opinions among players due to his size and impressive ultimate ability.
Unique Holiday Mode
Adding to the excitement is a unique, limited-time holiday mode that takes a page from Nintendo’s beloved Splatoon.
In this mode, teams composed entirely of Jeffs will battle it out to blanket the map in snow, all within a designated time limit.
This creative direction shows that NetEase is drawing on diverse gaming inspirations, showcasing their innovation beyond mere Overwatch references.
With all these thrilling updates on the horizon, Marvel Rivals is poised to deliver an unforgettable winter experience for players.
Source: Kotaku