Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 Launches with New Hero Blade

BEIJING, China — Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 is set to launch tomorrow, August 8, 2025, featuring the introduction of Blade as a new playable character. The update aims to enhance the overall gaming experience by refreshing ranked play and modifying character balances.

NetEase, the game’s developer, revealed that downtime for the update will last approximately 2-3 hours. Players can expect the new season to go live shortly after the scheduled maintenance. Blade, known for his unique abilities, will join the game as a Duelist, focusing on high damage output.

As players prepare for the update, many have already had the opportunity to test Blade’s gameplay mechanics at the Practice Range. His arsenal includes a katana for close attacks and a shotgun for ranged combat, with the ability to unleash a powerful Ultimate known as Dracula’s Sword, capable of dealing damage in a small radius. Additionally, Blade has skills that allow him to block damage and dash towards enemies, making him a fierce contender on the battlefield.

Blade will also team up with existing heroes Moon Knight and Cloak & Dagger, acquiring the ability to cloak himself and reposition silently. This new addition promises to diversify team strategies and gameplay tactics.

In conjunction with Blade’s release, various heroes will undergo balancing changes, with some receiving buffs while others may be nerfed. For detailed updates on character modifications, players are encouraged to check official resources closer to the launch date.

Fans and players anxiously await the official transition into Season 3.5, with numerous events, new skins, and maps lined up in the upcoming roadmap. The anticipation builds as players look forward to engaging in this evolving Marvel universe.