July 11, 2025: Marvel Rivals is ready to set the stage for a high-octane new chapter as Season 3 Release Time globally on July 11, 2025. Developer NetEase is rolling out major updates including a new map, game-changing hero additions, and revamped team mechanics — promising to shake up the current meta and intensify global competition.
Global Launch Timing:
- North America (West Coast): 3:00 AM PDT
- North America (East Coast): 6:00 AM EDT
- Brazil: 7:00 AM BRT
- UK: 11:00 AM BST
- Central Europe: 12:00 PM CEST
- Japan: 7:00 PM JST
- Australia: 8:00 PM AEST
The simultaneous global launch ensures all players dive into the new season together.
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Highlights of Marvel Rivals Season 3:
Phoenix Joins the Fight
Making her grand entrance is Phoenix (Jean Grey), a powerful Duelist with agile movement, precise strikes, and AoE attacks. Her arrival is expected to counter current Hela-dominated metas, reshaping team dynamics.
New Symbiote-Themed Map
Enter Klyntar: Celestial Husk, a chaotic battlefield inspired by Marvel’s dark symbiote universe. It complements the new symbiote-themed battle pass, featuring exclusive skins and gear.
Smarter Seasons Ahead
NetEase debuts a new format: every season now includes a mid-season update — with Season 3.5 expected around August 11, along with the debut of Blade as a playable character.
Hero Balancing & Meta Shifts
Nerfs
- Iron Man: Slower ultimate charge
- Emma Frost: Reduced invulnerability in Diamond form
Buffs
- Invisible Woman: Improved healing
- The Thing: Can now knock airborne enemies from the sky
Expanded & Revamped Team-Up Abilities
New Combos:
- Ever-Burning Bond (Human Torch & Spider-Man): +5% damage and Inferno Blast
- Primal Flame (Phoenix & Wolverine): +10% Phoenix damage and Phoenix Warrior for Logan
Updated Combos:
- Stark Protocol (Iron Man & Squirrel Girl): Squirrel Missile added
- Symbiote Shenanigans (Venom & Hela): Venom gains +150 HP with Hela
Removed Combos:
- ESU Alumnus (Spider-Man & Squirrel Girl)
- Storming Ignition (Storm & Human Torch)
These tweaks refresh strategies and reward experimentation in team building.
What’s Coming in Season 3.5?
- Blade joins the roster around August 11
- More hero reveals and narrative expansions expected
FAQs
When does Marvel Rivals Season 3 go live?
On July 11, after maintenance ends at approximately 6:00 AM EDT.