A new content update for Marvel Rivals arrives on July 30th, 2026, at 09:00:00 (UTC). NetEase has confirmed that the patch deploys without any server downtime, allowing players to update and jump straight back into matches across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X.

Quick Facts

  • Patch Release Date: July 30, 2026, at 09:00:00 UTC
  • Platforms: Multi-platform (New mode unavailable on PS4)
  • Key Additions: Path to Doomsday Avengers: Age of Ultron mode, Times Square event, and Spider-Man Day store items

New Game Mode and Times Square Events

The centerpiece of the update is the new Path to Doomsday Avengers: Age of Ultron mode. Ultron's legion attacks Avengers Tower in this new cooperative scenario. Note that this specific mode is currently not available on PS4.

Additionally, the Times Square area hosts the Avengers: Age of Ultron - Highlights Screening and Iconic Scenes Photo Ops from July 30th through August 27th, 2026. Watching the two-minute continuous screening unlocks an exclusive Spray, while taking a group photo with NPCs near the Avengers' Gift Shop instantly rewards 100 Units.

Store Additions and Spider-Man Day

Starting July 31st, 2026, at 02:00:00 (UTC), several new bundles hit the in-game store:

  • Spider-Man - Spider-Man: Brand New Day Bundle
  • Hulk - Spider-Man: Brand New Day Bundle
  • Scarlet Witch - Avengers: Age of Ultron Bundle
  • Winter Soldier - Captain America: The Winter Soldier Bundle

Simultaneously, the Spider-Man Day store tab opens from July 31st to August 13th, 2026, featuring classic costumes and the limited-time return of the Spider-Man - Peter Parker: The Photographer bundle.

Hero Bug Fixes and Optimizations

The Marvel Rivals version 20260730 patch notes also detail specific technical fixes for hero abilities and match trackers:

  • Thor: Resolved a bug where triggering the Ragnarok Rebirth team-up revival effect during his Ultimate caused unintended teammate healing and abnormal defeat judgments.
  • Peni Parker: Fixed incorrect revive data tracking on Rocket Raccoon's B.R.B. when using the Rocket Network team-up.
  • Cloak & Dagger: Corrected assist data tracking issues tied to the Oblivion Shroud team-up.
  • Jubilee: Addressed an angle-specific bug that prevented Dazzling Detonation from triggering energy orbs.
  • Hela: Fixed a glitch where abilities could render emojis and emotes unusable during a match.

In esports, the Marvel Rivals IGNITE Mid-Season Finals are currently underway in Los Angeles, with players able to track schedules and earn drops directly through the in-game esports page.