Get ready, Marvel fans! NetEase's free-to-play PvP hero shooter, Marvel Rivals, is about to get a massive upgrade with Season 1: Eternal Night Falls. This season brings a wave of new heroes and maps, expanding the already exciting roster and battlegrounds.

Marvel Rivals Season 1 (Eternal Night Falls) Release Date

Season 1 launches on January 10th at 4:00 AM ET. To help you plan your superheroic assault, here's a breakdown of the release time in different time zones:

What's New in Marvel Rivals Season 1?

The biggest news? The Fantastic Four are joining the fight! Get ready to unleash the power of:

• Mister Fantastic (Duelist): Stretching into battle!
• Invisible Woman (Strategist): Master of stealth and surprise!
• The Thing: (Arriving later in Season 1)
• Human Torch: (Arriving later in Season 1)

Note: Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman arrive on January 10th. The Thing and Human Torch will join the fray in the second half of Season 1, approximately six to seven weeks later, in the last week of February.

Prepare to battle across these brand-new New York City-based maps:

• Empire of Eternal Night:
• Midtown Sanctum Sanctorum:

That's everything you need to know about the Marvel Rivals Season 1 release! For more in-depth guides, tips, tricks, Twitch drop information, and ultimate voice line breakdowns, be sure to check out The Escapist.

Marvel Rivals is available now for free on PS5, Xbox, and PC. Get ready to assemble!