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NetEase Games has shared a first look at gameplay footage for Human Torch inMarvel Rivals. In addition to the fiery hero, players can expect to see The Thing make his debut inMarvel Rivalswhen a large mid-season update launches on February 21. As Season 1: Eternal Night Falls continues, The Fantastic Four will lead the charge against Dracula in an attempt to save a war-torn New York City.
The forthcoming update is set to make some waves when it launches, as numerous changes will be introduced to the popular hero shooter. Gamers can expect to see a rebalancing of their favorite characters, which will possibly change the meta of competitive play. NetEase Games will also introduce a new Central Park map, an area that has been taken over by Dracula’s nefarious army. The developers will also be giving players a new way toearn Units inMarvel Rivals, as they will now be able to convert their excess Chrono Tokens into the useful currency.
In a recent post on Twitter, NetEase Games gave players their first look at official gameplay footage ofHuman Torch inMarvel Rivals. The young man is a flying hero, making him somewhat similar to Iron Man. He has the ability to shoot flames from his hands and slam down on enemies from above. In addition, he appears to be able to create walls of flame, allowing him to aid allies and harm enemies by walling off areas of the battlefield. Human Torch also seems to have a powerful team-up ability with Storm, which allows the duo to create flaming tornadoes in an effort to vanquish their foes.
Marvel Rivals Details Human Torch Gameplay
It has been rumored thatMarvel Rivals' Human Torchmay launch with a skin based on his time in the Negative Zone within the comics. This cosmetic would show off a battle-hardened version of the typically joyful hero. When Invisible Woman and Mister Fantastic made their debut, they each received costumes showing off their darker side. Invisible Woman launched with a cosmetic bundle for Malice, her evil alter ego. Meanwhile, Mister Fantastic made his first appearance with a skin called The Maker, which was modeled after an evil version of the hero from Marvel’s Ultimate Universe.
NetEase Games also confirmed that The Thing will be aVanguard inMarvel Rivals. While details are somewhat sparse, the hero appears to function similarly to Hulk, clobbering his way through enemies with brute force. With a wealth of new content on the way and so much to experience, many gamers are looking forward to seeing whatMarvel Rivalsdoes next.
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Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter!Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!A Deep and Varied Marvel RosterChoose from a vast array of fan-favorite and cult-classic Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains from across the Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, X-Men, and many more from across the Marvel Multiverse.Fast and Fun 6v6 Action with Ever-Changing Game DynamicsWith intricate environments, fast-paced gameplay, and ever-changing battlefields, there’s never a dull moment in Marvel Rivals! Battle as Super Heroes and Super Villains with incredible abilities and combine your powers to bring unexpected fun to the battlefield in a matter of seconds.Dynamic Hero SynergyCoordinate unique combinations between characters to ignite surprising Team-Up Skills! Unleash the synergy of combined superpowers and invent new tactics that can turn the tide of combat. Ride on Groot’s back as Rocket Raccoon to take on your enemies as a dangerous duo, unleash Gamma energy as Hulk to charge Iron Man’s armor for massive damage, and so much more!Creative Environment DestructionTear your way through iconic Marvel worlds across destructible environments! From Asgard to the Tokyo of 2099, use superpowers to alter these environments, reshape the terrain, and craft a strategic advantage on the battlefield! Take cover to dodge attacks or use makeshift weapons to strike down enemies. Players will find countless ways to utilize the environment to claim victory!Continually Evolving Universe and Robust Post-Launch UpdatesThe Marvel Multiverse brings infinite possibilities! Each seasonal drop will introduce new Super Heroes to the battlefield along with challenging and diverse maps! Unlock new content to implement across various gameplay strategies while experiencing thrilling action and endless possibilities in these adventurous team battles!
