Marvel Rivals Season 4 Kicks Off with Angela, New Modes and Battle Pass
NetEase officially launched Marvel Rivals Season 4 today, September 12, bringing a fresh hero, major balance updates, and exciting new content for players across the globe.
The update began with scheduled server downtime at 5am ET (2am PT / 10am BST / 7pm JST), lasting nearly three hours as developers rolled out the new season. Players must download a large patch before jumping back into the action, which includes the all-new Heart of the Dragon Battle Pass, new skins, and Angela’s arrival as the headline hero.
What’s New in Marvel Rivals Season 4?
New Hero: Angela joins the roster as a Vanguard, bringing unique flying abilities, close-range combat, and a Legendary launch skin Angela – Skuld 2099.
Battle Pass: Heart of the Dragon introduces 10 fresh skins, including Dark Phoenix and classic Captain America.
New Modes: Arcade Hub gets a revamp with six permanent options, including Clone Rumble, Conquest – Annihilation, and the brand-new Free Fight.
Twitch Drops: Running from Sept. 12 to Oct. 10, players can unlock the exclusive Blade – Will of Galacta skin.
Content Leaving with Season 3’s End
With Season 4’s launch, all Season 3 and 3.5 Battle Pass content, event passes, and ranked rewards have expired. That includes the Phoenix and Blade skins offered as ranked rewards. Two popular skins — Winter Soldier: Polarity Soldier and Cloak and Dagger: Polarity Bond — were also retired at 5am ET today.
Players who purchased passes before the cutoff will still have permanent access to unlockable rewards through missions. However, no new purchases are possible for Season 3 content.
Competitive and Esports Updates
Ranks have reset for all players, with Season 3.5 results demoted by seven divisions heading into the new season. Competitive rewards have also been refreshed, including an exclusive Angela – Siriana’s Silver skin for ranked players.
On the esports front, a new cycle of the Marvel Rivals Championship begins with Season 4, promising fresh rewards and balance-driven gameplay.
What’s Next?
NetEase confirmed that Daredevil will join as the next hero in Season 4.5, scheduled for October 10. Meanwhile, new events like Scroll of the Immortal Beasts kick off today, offering free rewards such as Ultron – Wasteland Robot.
Quick Highlights:
Marvel Rivals Season 4 launched Sept. 12 after server downtime.
Angela debuts as the new Vanguard hero with a Legendary skin.
Heart of the Dragon Battle Pass adds 10 new skins.
Season 3 content, passes, and rewards are now retired.
Daredevil confirmed for Season 4.5 on Oct. 10.