Marvel Rivals Reaches a New Player Milestone With Season 1

Marvel Rivals' Season 1 Launch Shatters Steam Player Records

Marvel Rivals has achieved a monumental milestone, surpassing 560,000 concurrent players on Steam with the launch of Season 1: Eternal Night Falls, setting 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, pitting them against Dracula and his forces after he imprisons Doctor Strange and seizes 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 Sanctum Sanctorum and Midtown. Midtown features prominently in convoy missions, while the Sanctum Sanctorum serves as the backdrop for the season's new Doom Match mode.

This impressive player count, verified by SteamDB, highlights the success of Season 1. While overall player numbers across all platforms remain unconfirmed, the Steam figures strongly suggest a highly successful launch. To further incentivize participation, Steam users can enter a contest to win a $10 Steam gift card by sharing exciting gameplay moments or screenshots on the game's Discord server.

Building on Previous Success

This isn't Marvel Rivals' first major achievement. Since its December 6th, 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 compelling additions, this player base is expected to grow significantly.

NetEase Games is actively engaging players with generous free content. The Midnight Features event offers a free Thor skin for completing quests, while Twitch Drops provide a free Hela skin for viewers. The Season 1 Darkhold battle pass also allows players to unlock free skins for Peni Parker and Scarlet Witch without purchasing the premium version. This commitment to rewarding players is a key factor in Marvel Rivals' continued growth.