Marvel Rivals Soars to Player Milestone in Season 1

Marvel Rivals Season 1 Shatters Concurrent Player Records on Steam

Marvel Rivals' Season 1: Eternal Night Falls launch has propelled the game to a new peak, surpassing 560,000 concurrent players on Steam. This impressive milestone highlights the success of the new season's additions.

The update introduces the Fantastic Four as playable heroes, leading the charge against Dracula's takeover of New York City. Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman are immediately available, with Human Torch and The Thing slated for a major mid-season update.

New maps enhance the gameplay experience. Midtown provides a backdrop for convoy missions, while the Sanctum Sanctorum serves as the arena for the new Doom Match mode. This influx of fresh content is clearly attracting both new and returning players.

SteamDB data confirms the record-breaking concurrent player count, exceeding previous highs by a significant margin. While overall player numbers across all platforms remain unknown, the Steam figures strongly suggest a highly successful Season 1 launch. To further celebrate, Marvel Rivals is hosting a contest offering $10 Steam gift cards for exciting gameplay moments shared on the game's Discord.

A Continuing Success Story

This achievement builds on Marvel Rivals' previous success, having already attracted 20 million players across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S since its December 6, 2024 launch. The Season 1 launch is expected to further boost this impressive player base.

NetEase Games' strategy of offering free cosmetic items is also contributing to the game's popularity. Players can earn free skins for Thor (via the Midnight Features event) and Hela (through Twitch Drops). The Season 1 Darkhold battle pass also provides free skins for Peni Parker and Scarlet Witch, even without purchasing the premium version. This generous approach to free content is undoubtedly a key factor in Marvel Rivals' continued growth.