Marvel Rivals Map Easter Egg Hints at New Hero

Summary

• Marvel Rivals players believe that Wong may be added to the game's roster in the future.
• Doctor Strange's friend appears briefly in a recently released trailer for the game's newest location.
• Season 1 of Marvel Rivals, titled "Eternal Night," will begin on January 10.

The excitement surrounding Marvel Rivals continues to grow, with fans eagerly anticipating the addition of new characters and maps. The game, which has already attracted over 10 million players within its first 72 hours, is set to launch Season 1, "Eternal Night," on January 10. This season will introduce the notorious vampire lord Dracula as the main antagonist, hinting at a focus on supernatural Marvel characters. Fans can look forward to the introduction of all four members of the Fantastic Four throughout the season, along with the villainous alter egos of Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman, the Maker and Malice, as alternate character skins.

Amidst the anticipation for Season 1, some Marvel Rivals enthusiasts have spotted an intriguing Easter egg that suggests Wong, Doctor Strange's mystical assistant, might join the game's roster. A keen-eyed Reddit user, fugo_hate, pointed out a brief appearance of a painting featuring Wong in the trailer for the new Sanctum Sanctorum map. This cameo, reminiscent of Benedict Wong's portrayal in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has sparked speculation about Wong's potential inclusion and what his magic-powered abilities might bring to the game.

While Wong has been a significant character in Doctor Strange comics since the 1960s, his popularity has soared recently, thanks to his role in the MCU. In gaming, Wong has appeared in various titles, including a non-playable role in Marvel: Ultimate Alliance and as a playable character in mobile games like Marvel Contest of Champions and Marvel Snap, as well as LEGO Marvel Superheroes 2.

The painting of Wong in the Sanctum Sanctorum map could simply be a tribute to one of Doctor Strange's most trusted allies, as the map is rich with references to the supernatural elements of the Marvel universe. However, the possibility of Wong becoming a playable character has fans buzzing with excitement. As Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night launches later this week, players will have the chance to battle Dracula across three new locations and engage in the new Doom Match mode. Additionally, Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman will be added as playable characters on January 10, further enriching the game's roster.