"New X-Men Season Launches, Bringing Back High School Memories in Marvel Snap"

The halls of Xavier’s Institute are buzzing once again in Marvel Snap, and this time, the New X-Men are set to shake up your matches. The card battler's May season is all about a fresh class of rising stars, featuring the ambitious Esme Cuckoo, the electrifying Surge, and strategic minds like Prodigy, ready to transform the meta.

This month's season pass introduces a new wave of recruits, starting with Esme Cuckoo, a telepathic clone of Emma Frost with no patience for rules. Her On Reveal effect is a game-changer, pulling a card from your deck, adjusting its cost to three with four Power, and handing it to you like a loaded psychic grenade.

But Esme is just the beginning. Each week, a new Series 5 mutant joins the card pool, each adding a unique twist to your matchups. You'll be navigating cost reductions, copycat tactics, and resurrection tricks throughout the month. The upcoming characters include Surge, Prodigy, Elixir, and Xorn. And don’t forget, Captain Carter’s seasonal pack makes a return for those who missed it before.

The new locations this month are equally dramatic. Pit of Exile forces you to rethink your strategy by shutting down big power plays, encouraging leaner builds and smarter sequencing. Meanwhile, Genosha sets the stage for final turn showdowns by clearing all but your most expensive card at the last moment. Both locations are poised to flip the script on your usual decks.

Be sure to check out our Marvel Snap tier list to build the best deck for the battles ahead!

Beyond the arenas, there's more to chase. Marvel Snap is rolling out three new collection albums this month. The first, launching on May 8th, is a collaboration with Penny Arcade, featuring Mike Krahulik’s variants. This is followed by a chibi-themed collection from Rian Gonzales on May 15th, and a disco-fueled dance fest on May 30th, showcasing Deadpool, Spider-Man, and Dazzler in groove-worthy variants.

Head to the Danger Room now by downloading Marvel Snap for free. Visit the official website for more information.