Marvel Rivals Season 4 arrives with a fresh theme, new heroes, a brand-new map, arcade upgrades, and quality-of-life changes that reshape the game. Angela headlines the update, with Daredevil joining mid-season, while buffs, nerfs, and team-up changes aim to shake up the competitive meta.
Angela Leads Marvel Rivals Season 4
Season 4 introduces Angela, a Vanguard hero specializing in aerial combat. She wields Ichors, a liquid material that transforms into weapons like spears, dual axes, and shields, enabling high mobility and aggressive plays in the skies. This design gives players a new way to counter heroes like Iron Man and Storm, who dominate air engagements.
Alongside Angela, Daredevil—reimagined in a mystical, alternate storyline—joins later in the season. Known as Dizang in this iteration, he uses rapid dashes, batons tied to Jigdrael’s lore, and blind-fighting mechanics to deliver a fast-paced, close-combat playstyle. His kit remains under wraps, but teasers suggest his inclusion will significantly diversify team strategies.
New Map and Season Launch Details
A highlight of Marvel Rivals Season 4 is the introduction of K’un-Lun: Heart of Heaven, a Convergence-mode map inspired by mystical realms. The map launches on September 25, offering vertical engagements and dynamic routes perfect for aerial heroes like Angela.
Season 4 officially begins on September 12, 2025, bringing updated content, events, and quality-of-life features to all platforms—including PlayStation 4 support from day one. Expect additional updates and hotfixes as players adjust to the new seasonal meta.
Game Modes, Arcade Upgrades, and Quality-of-Life Features
Season 4 expands the Arcade hub with new and returning modes:
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Free Fight Mode – Play with duplicate heroes, opening up creative team strategies.
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Conquest (Annihilation) – Score points through eliminations in fast-paced matches.
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Permanent Mini-Modes – Fan-favorites like Clone Rumble and Giant Brain Blast now stay active.
On the quality-of-life front, Season 4 introduces a Favorites Bar for faster hero selection, improved chat customization, and an expanded University Costume Program granting exclusive rewards. These updates streamline competitive play and make casual sessions more flexible.
Hero Balance, Team-Ups, and Patch Changes
Season 4 also introduces impactful adjustments:
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Team-Up Changes
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Dimensional Shortcut (Magik + Black Panther) has been removed.
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Divine Armory brings a new synergy between Angela and Thor, granting Thor a spear-throw ability tied to Thor Force.
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Gamma Shield Team-Up adds Black Panther alongside Hulk and Namor, enhancing his survivability under low health.
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Buffs
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Peni Parker and Thor get significant ultimate improvements.
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Scarlet Witch, Blade, and Moon Knight receive duel-focused buffs.
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Doctor Strange gets an offensive boost, enhancing his versatility.
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Nerfs
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Emma Frost and Captain America see Vanguard balance reductions.
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Squirrel Girl has reduced poke damage.
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Luna Snow’s ultimate duration is shortened, while Loki faces slight burst nerfs.
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Full patch notes are expected soon, but these previews suggest a highly competitive shake-up.
