Marvel Rivals Players Are Risking Account Bans to Mod the Game Even After Season 1 Clampdown

Despite a Season 1 crackdown, Marvel Rivals players continue to risk account bans by using mods. Since the game's successful December launch, players have customized characters, transforming Iron Man into Vegeta, Mantis into a goth, and even Jeff the Land Shark into Pochita.

NetEase, the developer, implemented asset hash checking to restrict mods, reiterating that their terms of service prohibit mods, cheats, and other unauthorized software. They warned players of potential bans, stating that modifying game files is not recommended.

However, a workaround is now circulating online, requiring more steps than previous methods but remaining accessible to many PC players. Modder Prafit, who shared a workaround on Nexus Mods, cautioned users about the risk of bans, noting that while NetEase hasn't issued permanent bans yet, the possibility remains.

New mods utilizing the Fantastic Four characters have already emerged, such as a mod transforming Mister Fantastic into Luffy, which has garnered over 5,000 downloads in just two days.

The community hasn't yet confirmed any bans for mod usage, but the continued use of workarounds might prompt NetEase to take action. The developer's motivation for banning mods likely stems from potential revenue loss from in-game skin purchases, intellectual property concerns, and the impact mods could have on gameplay balance and game performance. Prafit even noted that their workaround requires a high-performance PC.

For official information, check out the Marvel Rivals Season 1 patch notes, character win rates, and the latest codes for free skins. You can also participate in our community tier list to vote on the strongest characters.