Marvel Rivals Reaches a New Player Milestone With Season 1

Marvel Rivals' Season 1 Launch Shatters Concurrent Player Records on Steam

Marvel Rivals soared to unprecedented heights with the launch of Season 1: Eternal Night Falls, exceeding 560,000 concurrent players on Steam, a new all-time high. This surge in popularity is fueled by the introduction of exciting new content.

The new season introduces the Fantastic Four as playable heroes, immersing players in the battle against Dracula, who has ensnared Doctor Strange and seized control 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.

Adding to the excitement are new maps, including the iconic Sanctum Sanctorum and the bustling Midtown. Midtown serves as a backdrop for convoy missions, while the Sanctum Sanctorum is the exclusive stage for the season's new Doom Match mode.

This influx of fresh characters and maps has clearly resonated with players, driving Marvel Rivals to record-breaking concurrent player numbers on Steam, as confirmed by SteamDB. While overall player counts across all platforms remain unconfirmed, the Steam numbers strongly suggest a highly successful Season 1 launch. To further incentivize participation, a Steam gift card contest is underway, rewarding players for sharing exciting in-game moments on the game's Discord server.

Marvel Rivals' Continued Success

This isn't Marvel Rivals' first major achievement. Since its December 6, 2024 launch, the free-to-play title has already amassed 20 million players across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. With Season 1's impressive start, this number is expected to continue growing.

NetEase Games is actively engaging players with generous free cosmetic rewards. The Midnight Features event offers a free Thor skin, while Twitch Drops provide a free Hela skin for viewers. The Season 1 Darkhold battle pass also includes free skins for Peni Parker and Scarlet Witch, even without purchasing the premium version. This commitment to providing free, appealing content is a key factor in the game's burgeoning success, leaving players eagerly anticipating future updates.