The highly anticipated Marvel Rivals Season 3, titled The Abyss Awakens, launches on July 11, 2025, bringing two new heroes to the free-to-play hero shooter: Blade and The Phoenix Force. Blade, the half-vampire vampire hunter, has been teased since Season 1 and finally joins the roster as a Duelist, wielding a shotgun and katana to deal heavy damage. His kit, leaked by dataminers, includes a Team-Up with Cloak & Dagger, enhancing his battlefield impact. The Phoenix Force, likely Jean Grey, is expected to debut as a powerful character, possibly as a Strategist rather than a Duelist to balance the roster, given the oversaturation of DPS roles. A fiery trailer showcases Blade saving a Knull-infected Hela from Phoenix, hinting at a symbiote-themed season with Knull as a potential villain. With a new Klyntar map likely in the works and shorter two-month seasons starting now, Marvel Rivals continues to expand its vibrant 6v6 multiplayer experience with dynamic content.
Exciting Updates and Community Buzz
Season 3’s accelerated update schedule, with a new hero every month, keeps Marvel Rivals fresh, following the addition of Emma Frost and Ultron in Season 2. The mid-season 3.5 update, expected around August 8, 2025, may bring further surprises, though some speculate Blade’s release could shift if Phoenix takes priority due to her lore ties to the season’s Klyntar theme. Posts on X reveal fan excitement, with leaks suggesting Venomized cosmetics for heroes like Rocket, Emma, Jeff, and Squirrel Girl, adding to the game’s cosmetic appeal. Balance changes accompany the season, buffing heroes like Venom, The Thing, and Scarlet Witch, while nerfing Emma Frost, Iron Man, and others to refine the meta. Available on Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, Marvel Rivals Season 3 promises intense battles, new maps, and a cosmic narrative, ensuring players have plenty to explore in this ever-evolving superhero shooter.
