Marvel Rivals Patch Updates Nearly A Dozen Hero Fixes, But One Major Problem Remains

A new update for Marvel Rivals, Version 20250307, has gone live. Headlined by the Galacta’s Cosmic Adventure special event, players can now participate in the all-new Clone Rumble mode. It will run during three timeframes:

March 7, 2025, 1:00:00 AM PT – March 10, 2025, 2:00:00 AM PT
March 14, 2025, 2:00:00 AM PT – March 17, 2025, 2:00:00 AM PT
March 21, 2025, 2:00:00 AM PT – March 24, 2025, 2:00:00 AM PT

Players can obtain free Black Widow – Mrs. Barnes costume rewards during the event.

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Marvel Rivals Clone Rumble Trailer

Go Crazy with Clone Rumble! Rivals, get ready for Clone Rumble – where strategy, teamwork, and controlled chaos take center stage!

Beyond that, NetEase has released several updates, fixes, and optimizations, including updates for a dozen heroes.

Despite that, there’s still a problem that needs addressing in the eyes of fans: Vanguard balancing. Many complain that there aren’t enough Vanguards, and the ones that do exist lack unique gameplay patterns and design choices.

On the one hand, I see the point; most tanks are divided into dive tanks and shield tanks. It’s a night-and-day difference compared to the flexibility of some of the game’s Duelists.

Still, once you make the connection that it’s arguably best to play Marvel Rivals‘ Vanguards like a beefy DPS, then things start to flow a little better.

Admittedly, NetEase could stand to introduce more Vanguards to the fold. They only introduced one this past season in The Thing. We’ll see what Season Two has in store.

Marvel Rivals Version 20250307 Patch Notes

Here are the complete patch notes for the newest Marvel Rivals update.

Greetings, Rivals!

We’re thrilled to announce that the upcoming patch drops on March 6, 2025, at 09:00:00 AM (UTC+0)! As usual, this update will be applied without server downtime—so you can dive right back into your epic battles as soon as the update is live!

Here’s a look at what’s coming in this patch:

Special Event: Galacta’s Cosmic Adventure

Prepare for an exciting new event, Galacta’s Cosmic Adventure, launching on March 7, 2025, at 01:00:00 AM PT!

Join the adventure to earn the exclusive Black Widow – Mrs. Barnes series costume rewards—completely FREE!

Event Duration: March 7, 2025, 01:00:00 AM PT- April 11, 2025, 01:59:59 AM PT

All-New Mode: Clone Rumble

Dive into the Clone Rumble, a fresh gameplay mode where you and your teammates choose from the same heroes to battle together!

Assemble your impossible team and unleash the full potential of each character to claim victory.

Event Duration:

March 7, 2025, 1:00:00 AM PT – March 10, 2025, 2:00:00 AM PT

March 14, 2025, 2:00:00 AM PT – March 17, 2025, 2:00:00 AM PT

March 21, 2025, 2:00:00 AM PT – March 24, 2025, 2:00:00 AM PT

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In an investor call, NetEase discusses future plans for Marvel Rivals

Optimizations

1. Improved the Human Torch’s Lord Proficiency avatar reward.

2. Added a voice enhancement setting for the microphone.

3. You can now report those who leave matches prematurely via the menu while still in a match.

Fixes

All Platforms

General

1. Fixed an issue where switching from a Proficiency Deluxe Avatar back to the standard Avatar required a re-login to take effect.

2. Resolved an issue where other players viewing a career profile would not immediately see the latest scores added after reaching maximum proficiency with a hero. A re-login was required for the changes to take effect.

3. Corrected the blocklist full notification, which mistakenly stated that the friends list was full.

Maps and Modes

1. Fixed several terrain issues that could cause characters to become stuck or clip into strange areas.

2. Resolved various problems with broken collisions, floating objects, etc.

3. Addressed multiple map sound effect issues.

Heroes

1. Loki’s Disappearing Act: Fixed an issue where Loki’s UI would vanish after he transformed. The God of Mischief can now keep his tricks visible!

2. Human Torch’s Meteor Mishap: Resolved a glitch where the Human Torch’s Flaming Meteor ability could sometimes trap hit enemies inside walls. Now, foes will feel the burn, not the barrier!

3. Persistent Pyro-Prison: Fixed an issue that the Human Torch’s Pyro-Prison wouldn’t promptly disappear upon his defeat. No more lingering flames!

4. Loki’s Blessing Blunder: Fixed a problem where if Loki and his doppelganger placed Regeneration Domains that overlapped and Loki walked over the overlapped area, then back into his own Regeneration Domain, it would lose its healing effect. Now, the trickster can heal without a hitch!

5. Punisher’s Missile Mayhem: Addressed a rare issue where the Punisher’s Ultimate Ability would sometimes continue to detect enemies and fire missiles during network disruptions. The Punisher’s firepower is now accurate, even in chaos!

6. Hela’s Knockback Kinks: Resolved an inconsistency where Hela would sometimes be launched up after unleashing her Ultimate Ability. The Goddess of Death will now fly firm to rain destruction her foes!

7. Wolverine’s Leap of Faith: Fixed a quirk where characters launched up by Wolverine’s Ultimate Ability would sometimes exhibit exaggerated jumping abilities. The mutant’s effect is now properly contained!

8. Jeff’s Ice Surprise: Corrected a bug where when the Team-Up Ability is active, Jeff the Land Shark could launch Frozen Spitballs that exceed expectations via certain actions. The aquatic cutie’s attacks are now as intended!

9. Hela’s Vehicle Visibility: Fixed an issue where after Hela releases her Ultimate Ability, sometimes she may not be immediately detected when near the mission vehicle. Now her presence will be felt.

10. Adam’s Ultimate Energy Fail: Resolved a problem where if Adam Warlock’s Ultimate Ability failed in certain areas (like cliff edges), 50% energy wouldn’t be returned. The hero’s energy is now properly restored!

11. Peni Parker’s Positioning Predicament: Fixed a positioning issue that could sometimes occur when Peni was hit by Namor’s Ultimate Ability. The mech pilot is now perfectly aligned for battle!