Marvel and NetEase has released the first trailer for the Human Torch and The Thing in Marvel Rivals. The developers have also released a new developer vision, showcasing their plans for Season 1.5.
The developer vision reveals the first looks at both Human Torch (Johnny Storm) and The Thing (Ben Grimm). It also reveals a new map, the previously announced adjustments to competitive mode, and new balance adjustments. Mainly, Cloak and Dagger, Venom, Magik, Storm, and Moon Knight, will receive adjustments to their ultimates and viability in combat.
The first trailer for the Human Torch showcases some of the character’s abilities. Namely, it shows his ability to fly, his fiery projectiles, a ground pound, a massive AOE attack, and of course, his ultimate. It also reveals his synergy attack with Storm, which create fiery tornadoes. The trailer for The Thing shows off his aggressive speed, power, and maneuverability.
Check out both the trailer for Human Torch and The Thing in Marvel Rivals and the new developer vision, alongside a new map trailer teasing Blade, below:
Human Torch
The Thing
Developer Vision
Map Trailer
In a recent interview between IGN and Marvel Rivals producer, Weicong Wu, stated that they are open to releasing the game on Nintendo Switch 2. This comes after previous remarks that they will not release it on Nintendo Switch.
Specifically, Wu states the following: “We’re already in contact with Nintendo and working on some development kits. And whenever we find that we could provide great performance for our game on Switch 2, we’re open to that. The reason why we didn’t launch it onto the Switch, it was the first generation of that device they cannot provide a great experience for our gameplay. So if it could achieve that goal, we’re open to that.”
Lastly, Marvel Rivals will add Human Torch and The Thing on February 21. The game is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Update: The Marvel Rivals support studio director Thaddeus Sasser, as well as his team which includes Garry McGee and Jack Burrows, have recently been laid off. The reason for the layoffs are currently unknown, especially considering the game’s recent and continued success. Neither NetEase or Marvel have commented on the news at the moment.
