Fantastic Stretch: Marvel Unveils Gameplay for Mister Fantastic

Marvel Rivals Season 1: Mister Fantastic and the Fantastic Four Arrive

Marvel Rivals is gearing up for its Season 1 launch, "Eternal Night Falls," on January 10th at 1 AM PST, bringing with it the highly anticipated debut of Mister Fantastic. This initial gameplay reveal showcases Reed Richards utilizing his incredible intellect and elasticity in a thrilling battle against Dracula.

The arrival of Mister Fantastic marks the beginning of the Fantastic Four's introduction to the game, though not all members will debut simultaneously. The Invisible Woman will join Mister Fantastic at Season 1's launch, while Human Torch and The Thing are slated to arrive approximately six to seven weeks later.

NetEase Games has confirmed a three-month season structure, with significant updates planned for the mid-point of each season. This suggests a steady stream of new content and characters beyond the initial Fantastic Four lineup.

Mister Fantastic's Gameplay: A First Look

The released trailer highlights Mister Fantastic's unique abilities. His moveset includes stretching attacks capable of striking multiple opponents simultaneously, a powerful body-buffing technique, and a devastating ultimate ability reminiscent of The Winter Soldier's ground-pound attack. Speculation exists regarding a potential Seasonal Bonus tied to the Fantastic Four's arrival, although this remains unconfirmed.

Leaked Information and Future Characters

While official details on the remaining Fantastic Four members are scarce, leaked information suggests Human Torch's abilities will involve flame-based area control and devastating fire tornadoes in conjunction with Storm. The Thing is rumored to be a Vanguard-class character, but his specific abilities remain undisclosed.

Although rumors circulated about Blade and Ultron's inclusion, NetEase Games has clarified that the Fantastic Four will be the sole character additions for Season 1. This contradicts earlier leaks suggesting Ultron's presence at launch, now believed to be postponed to Season 2 or later. The absence of Blade, a natural counter to Dracula, has also surprised some players.

Despite these surprises, the upcoming content has generated considerable excitement among players, anticipating a bright future for Marvel Rivals.