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Marvel Rivals

Marvel Rivals Version 20260101 Patch Notes

Jan 1, 2026 · Steam update tracked by Buffs & Bugs

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Happy New Year, Rivals!

AffectedPC · PS5 · Xbox
Main focusNew Event: Chrono-Rush · Event Duration: January 1st, 2026, 09 : 00 : 00 to January 16th, 2026, 09 : 00 : 00 (UTC) · New In Store
  • We're thrilled to announce the upcoming patch drops on January 1st, 2026, at 09 : 00 : 00 (UTC)! No server downtime; just patch and play!
  • Here's what's coming your way:
  • May your path be filled with epic victories and smooth sailing!
OFFICIAL UPDATE NOTES · STEAM

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Happy New Year, Rivals!

We're thrilled to announce the upcoming patch drops on January 1st, 2026, at 09 : 00 : 00 (UTC)! No server downtime; just patch and play!

Here's what's coming your way:

Happy New Year, Rivals!

May your path be filled with epic victories and smooth sailing!

May every sunrise bring new surprises.

May you make lots of friends and may joy team up with you on every mission!

Wishing you all a fantastic 2026!

New Event: Chrono-Rush

As the season draws to a close, we're launching the Chrono-Rush event to help everyone catch up on their Battle Pass progress! Earn extra Chrono Tokens by playing matches! Play more, earn more, with no upper limit! We hope everyone will be able to unlock all rewards in the pass before the season's end.

Plus, the final page of the Luxury Battle Pass now includes an option to exchange Chrono Tokens for Accessory Points.

Event Duration: January 1st, 2026, 09 : 00 : 00 to January 16th, 2026, 09 : 00 : 00 (UTC)

New In Store

1. Loki - Lady Loki Bundle

Limited Time: January 2nd, 2026, 02 : 00 : 00 to January 30th 2026, 02 : 00 : 00 (UTC)

1. Lady Loki - Emoji Bundle

2. Human Torch - Jack of Hearts Bundle

3. Take a Seat Emote Combo Bundle

New Animations For:

Star-Lord, Scarlet Witch, Namor, Adam Warlock, Wolverine, Blade, The Thing, Iron Fist, and Black Widow.

Available From: January 2nd, 2026 at 02 : 00 : 00 (UTC)

Van Dyne's: Grand Opening event and Luna Snow - Cherry Delight Bundle availability extended until January 16th, 2026.

Traversal Emote Optimizations

1. Star-Lord's Wooden Whizbang traversal emote has been optimized for smoother movement; no more moonwalking!

2. All traversal emotes are now standardized to only move forward; change your facing direction by adjusting the camera.

Fixes

All Platforms

1. Countdown Conundrum: Fixed an issue where incorrect countdowns could appear in Times Square. Time's back on track!

Heroes

1. Angela's Aerial Anomaly: Fixed a rare bug where targets carried by Angela's Assassin's Charge had a very small chance of appearing in abnormal locations. Her flights now land "safely" at their destination!

2. Rogue's Winter Soldier Wipeout: Fixed an issue where Rogue's Ultimate Ability could cause abnormal Ultimate Ability Energy when hitting a Winter Soldier during his Ultimate Ability AGAIN chain. Power absorption is now precise!

3. Emma Frost's Mind Control Mayhem: When equipped with the Hellfire Protocol costume, Emma Frost's Psychic Spear ability produced excessively loud hit sounds for affected players. Her psychic attacks are now subtle; no more mental noise!

The Marvel Rivals universe is ever-evolving, and we have plenty more surprises and updates coming in 2026. Stay tuned to our official announcements for more! May you have a wonderful new year and achieve all your goals. See you in Marvel Rivals!

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