Marvel Rivals Shatters Steam Player Records with Season 1 Launch
Season 1: Eternal Night Falls has propelled Marvel Rivals to a new peak, surpassing 560,000 concurrent players on Steam. This record-breaking achievement follows the introduction of exciting new content, including the Fantastic Four heroes, fresh battlegrounds like the Sanctum Sanctorum, and the thrilling new Doom Match mode.
The arrival of Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman, battling Dracula's forces in a New York City under siege, has captivated players. Further bolstering the roster, a substantial mid-season update promises the addition of Human Torch and The Thing.
Beyond new heroes, Marvel Rivals offers updated maps, notably the Sanctum Sanctorum (home to the new Doom Match mode) and Midtown, featured in a convoy mission. This influx of fresh content demonstrates NetEase Games' commitment to attracting and retaining players.
SteamDB data confirms this success, showcasing the unprecedented concurrent player count. While overall player numbers across all platforms remain unconfirmed, the impressive Steam figures highlight the season's triumphant launch. Steam players can even participate in a contest, earning a $10 Steam gift card by sharing exciting gameplay moments on the game's Discord server.
A Continued Rise for Marvel Rivals
This milestone builds upon Marvel Rivals' previous success, having already amassed 20 million players across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S since its December 6, 2024, launch. Anticipation is high for continued growth following the Season 1 launch.
NetEase Games is actively engaging players with generous free rewards. The Midnight Features event offers a free Thor skin, while Twitch Drops provide a free Hela skin for viewers. The Season 1 Darkhold battle pass also generously awards free Peni Parker and Scarlet Witch skins, even without purchasing the premium version. This commitment to free content fuels excitement for future developments.
