Marvel Rivals Season 3: The Abyss Awakens – New Heroes, Faster Updates, and More
Marvel Rivals is leveling up once again with Season 3, aptly named “The Abyss Awakens.” Set to launch on July 11, 2025, this new chapter introduces two powerful heroes, a fresh battle pass, and big structural changes that promise to keep the game more dynamic than ever. Here’s a full rundown of what players can expect
A Shift to Faster Seasons and a Darker Storyline
NetEase is shaking things up with a brand-new seasonal cadence. Starting with Season 3, each season will now last only two months instead of three, meaning players can look forward to new heroes, maps, and content dropping at a much faster rate. This rapid rollout includes major mid-season updates—like Season 3.5, expected around August 8, 2025—which will continue to introduce additional heroes and content.
On the story front, Marvel Rivals dives deeper into chaos. Following the failed trip to Klyntar, Knull, the fearsome god of the symbiotes, is now unleashed and teaming up with Hela, the Queen in Black. The narrative picks up with these looming threats corrupting Marvel heroes, setting a darker tone that’s woven into the season’s events and cosmetics.
New Heroes: Phoenix and Blade
The standout highlight of Season 3 is the arrival of Phoenix (Jean Grey) and Blade, two much-anticipated additions to the roster. Phoenix launches right at the start of the season, bringing a disruptive ranged DPS playstyle that revolves around chain-reaction attacks, shaking up how teams approach fights. Fans have waited for Phoenix since her early leaks before the game’s original launch—and now she finally gets her time to shine.
Blade, on the other hand, will join the lineup with Season 3.5. After multiple teasers throughout earlier seasons, the vampire hunter is confirmed to arrive with a highly aggressive duelist kit. Based on leaks, Blade’s abilities are centered around his dual arsenal of Dracula’s Sword and a hunting shotgun, offering a mix of close and long-range attacks. He’ll be able to block incoming damage, weaken enemy healing and movement, and trigger powerful vampiric states that reward risky, relentless offense.
Battle Pass, New Skins, and Balance Changes
Season 3 also debuts the Power of the Phoenix battle pass, packed with ten new hero skins, featuring designs for Wolverine, Magik, Squirrel Girl, Rocket Raccoon, Storm, and more. Even with shorter seasons, players won’t have to worry about rushing through tiers—NetEase has adjusted the system to drop more Chrono Tokens, keeping progression steady despite the faster pace.
In addition to cosmetics, this season brings sweeping hero balance changes aimed at breaking up stale strategies and keeping team compositions fresh. Expect tweaks to damage numbers, ability cooldowns, and perhaps new mechanics that make old favorites worth revisiting.
Looking Ahead
Marvel Rivals Season 3 sets the stage for a more intense, story-driven, and consistently evolving game. With a condensed seasonal schedule, two new high-impact heroes, and deeper lore centered on corruption and survival against Knull’s forces, the game is poised to stay fresh month after month.
Whether you’re excited to master Phoenix’s destructive combos or prepare for Blade’s vampiric onslaught in August, The Abyss Awakens is shaping up to be Marvel Rivals’ most ambitious season yet. Make sure to dive in starting July 11 and experience the next evolution of this ever-expanding superhero showdown.