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

Marvel Rivals Reverses Controversial Mid-Season Rank Reset

Following significant player backlash, Marvel Rivals has retracted its plan for mid-season rank resets. The developer announced the reversal in Dev Talk 11, a swift response to the criticism generated by Dev Talk 10.

Dev Talk 10 initially proposed a system where player ranks would reset four divisions every 45 days (mid-season). This sparked considerable negative feedback, with players citing the demotivating effect on ranking progression.

Dev Talk 11 clarified that there will be no mid-season rank reset. Players will retain their existing ranks and scores from the first half of the season. However, the end-of-season rank reset remains in place, resulting in a six-division drop.

New Heroes and Other Updates Remain

Despite the rank reset reversal, other planned updates are proceeding as scheduled. The highly anticipated addition of Human Torch and The Thing, expanding the hero roster to 39, is still on track. NetEase Games' commitment to releasing two new playable characters per three-month season remains unchanged.

Reward structures for high-ranking players (Gold and above) also remain unaffected. Players achieving Gold rank or higher will receive an Invisible Woman costume, with Grandmaster and above receiving Crests of Honor. Additional rewards, including another free costume, will be awarded for achieving Gold rank at the season's conclusion. Grandmaster and above will again receive Crests of Honor. Balance adjustments are also planned, though specifics are yet to be revealed.

Community Response and Developer Acknowledgement

Marvel Rivals' rapid response to player concerns was widely praised. The developer's immediate reversal, just hours after the initial announcement, demonstrated a commitment to community feedback. Marvel Rivals emphasized its dedication to player input, stating that community engagement is vital to the game's development and success.

The mid-season update is scheduled for February 21, 2025. Marvel Rivals is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay updated on the latest news via the official Marvel Rivals channels.