Season 6.5: Night at the Museum arrives with Elsa Bloodstone and bold changes
Marvel Games and NetEase Games lift the lid on Season 6.5: Night at the Museum for Marvel Rivals. The update lands on February 13 and brings a new hero, sweeping Team-Up changes, and a fresh events slate. This is the award-winning, team-based PvP shooter where players pick a living roster of heroes and villains. Maps are destructible and pull from across the Marvel Multiverse, keeping battles fast and chaotic.
Elsa Bloodstone joins Marvel Rivals as a versatile Duelist
Elsa Bloodstone steps into the arena as a monster hunter who uses a mix of weapons and traps. She can summon beasts to fight by her side and switch between arms to press an edge in longer fights. As fights go on, her hunting Instinct grows, lowering cooldowns and letting her hit harder. She loses this edge if she’s knocked out, so timing and position matter. Elsa reads her foes well, slipping in and out to find openings. When a perfect moment arrives, she darts in with the punch of her elephant gun and sharp close-quarters moves to finish the hunt. A trap with the smoke monster Diablo can immobilize enemies, making them easy prey. Her Ultimate calls in Glartrox, a massive beast that charges forward, crushes lines, and bites through opposition.
Team-Up changes shake up the meta and open new tactics
Season 6.5 will retire the Fantastic Four Team-Up (Invisible Woman, Mister Fantastic, Human Torch, and The Thing). In their place, Invisible Woman teams with Doctor Strange in a fresh Psionic Mayhem Team-Up. Invisible Woman anchors the combo, and Doctor Strange’s Maelstrom of Madness becomes Psionic Vortex. The move pulls enemies closer and buffs nearby allies based on damage dealt, adding a protective edge to frontline skirmishes.
Elsa Bloodstone also joins Mr. Pool’s Interdimensional Toy Box Team-Up, pairing Deadpool with Jeff. Deadpool tunes Elsa’s Breathing Gun so hit rounds slow enemy vision and flood the battlefield with his chatter. Rounds can be recalled to heal Elsa, scaling with the damage she deals.
The Thing and Gamma Charge power up the front line
In another shift, The Thing joins Hulk and Black Panther in the Gamma Charge Team-Up. The Thing gains Gamma Gauntlets, which extend the range and damage of Stone Haymaker and Rocky Jab. Each successful strike offers Bonus Health, making him tough to bring down in head-to-head duels.
Rocket Network collaboration opens Elasticity to new heights
Mister Fantastic joins the Rocket Network Team-Up with Rocket Raccoon and Star-Lord. The two tech and space explorers designed a tool called the Fantastic Amplifier. When activated, Mister Fantastic’s Elasticity can surpass the 100-point cap and stack further. Players can trigger Inflation manually, avoiding auto-entries and gaining more control in crowded fights.
Season 6.5 brings big in-game celebrations
Two special events bring extra fun this season. After Gambit and Rogue tie the knot in Krakoa, they drive a wedding car parade through Times Square on Valentine’s Day, February 14. Players can join the ride and earn Units during the festivities. For the Chinese Spring Festival, Lin Lie will perform a lion dance in Times Square. Fans who log in can watch, join the show, and grab Unit red envelopes.
Deadpool’s Monster Kingdom Championship heats up the schedule
Following the success of the Marvel Rivals Championship, Deadpool hosts his own event on February 21 and 22. The Monster Kingdom Championship offers two divisions: Duos and Squads. Duos require teams of two; Squads range from six to eight players. There are no rank or platform limits for this event. Each day runs five rounds in a first-to-three format, with the first team to reach three wins or three losses finishing their run. Rewards include Units, Unstable Molecules, and a unique nameplate for each participant.
Ignite 2026 teams and upcoming fixtures
All twelve partner teams for Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 have been confirmed, with the tournament kicking off near the end of March. Further schedules and notable moments will roll out as the event builds momentum. This lineup promises fresh matchups and new strategies as players experiment with the updated Team-Up roster.
Patch notes and balance updates keep the game fresh
Along with the new content, players can dive into the latest patch notes. The balance pass tweaks hero abilities and item behavior to ensure a fair and exciting meta. Fans can expect adjustments that align with the season’s theme and the new Team-Up dynamics.
What the shift means for players this season
Season 6.5 reshapes how teams approach fights. Elsa Bloodstone adds a flexible but high-risk, high-reward option for frontline pressure. The new Psionic Mayhem pairing gives Invisible Woman a stronger support role, with Doctor Strange adding crowd control and survivability. The Thing’s Gamma Gauntlets push him into heavy front-line action, while Mister Fantastic’s Rocket network enhancement increases the value of long-range control and crowd manipulation.
This update also spices up the social side of Marvel Rivals. The wedding parade in Times Square and the lion dance draw players into shared moments beyond pure fights. The Monster Kingdom Championship and Ignite 2026 tie-in events keep the calendar crowded with meaningful rewards and bragging rights. All these pieces come together to make Season 6.5 a confident step forward for Marvel Rivals, a game that earns its place by fusing sharp strategy with fast, pulse-pounding action.
For fans, the mix of new tools, new heroes, and new shows in Times Square makes the season feel alive. It’s a clear nod to how live events blend with quick-fire battles in a live-service title. The updates promise to spice up every match, push teams to refine their play, and keep Marvel Rivals fresh through the weeks ahead.
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