Marvel Rivals has entered Season 5, introducing exciting dynamics into its superhero landscape. Powers are evolving, alliances are shifting, and rivalries are intensifying. Players must adapt their strategies to either leverage new strengths or manage the nerfs dished out this season.
Key Adjustments in Season 5
Various characters have undergone significant changes, from buffs to strategic adjustments. Below is a summary of notable character modifications:
Vanguard Adjustments
- Angela (The Hand of Heven): Movement speed of Assassin’s Charge increased from 16m/s to 18m/s; spear health for Heven’s Retribution boosted from 600 to 800.
- Captain America: Freedom Charge now grants allies within its path a 30% boost to Ultimate Energy charge efficiency.
- Groot: Players receive Unstoppable status when near Awakened Ironwood Walls.
- Hulk: Gamma Burst reduces Indestructible Guard cooldown by one second per direct hit.
- Magneto: Cooldowns for Metal Bulwark and Iron Bulwark are now separate; shield value reduced from 250 to 200.
- Peni Parker (SP//dr): Allies now gain a 25% movement boost and 15 health per second through her Cyber-Webs.
- The Thing: Damage Reduction applied to allies instead of himself, increasing versatility.
Duelist Adjustments
- Hawkeye: Maximum Bonus Damage for Archer’s Focus raised from 75 to 90.
- Mister Fantastic: New health and healing mechanics introduced during Inflated state.
- Phoenix: Cosmic Flames’ damage falloff has been adjusted for more effectiveness.
- Spider-Man: Energize time for Web-Cluster reduced, and Amazing Combo Damage increased.
- Storm: Damage boosts for allies enhanced alongside personal abilities.
- The Punisher: Overall health increased to 300, with adjusted damage mechanics.
- Wolverine: Damage output enhanced against Vanguards, alongside shorter cooldowns for key abilities.
Strategist Enhancements
- Adam Warlock: Soul flight speed increased, with reduced costs for Karmic Revival.
- Cloak & Dagger: Base health increment to boost survivability.
- Invisible Woman: Enhanced attack and defensive capabilities through improved damage mechanics.
- Loki: Base health increased; newly enhances allies when attacking enemies.
- Rocket Raccoon: Cooldowns and projectile speeds adjusted for better offensive effectiveness.
New Team-Up Abilities
Season 5 introduces innovative team-up abilities that can change the tide of battle:
- Blade of Khonshu (Moon Knight – Blade): Boosts Moon Knight’s damage output by 5%.
- Explosive Entanglement (Gambit – Magneto): Gambit benefits from a 5% increase in healing effects.
- Sword of Duality (Cloak & Dagger – Hawkeye): Introduces new abilities enhancing attack strategies.
Removed or Adjusted Abilities
Several team-up abilities have been adjusted or removed, showcasing the game’s ongoing evolution:
- Chilling Assault: Hawkeye loses Ice Arrow from his partnership with Luna Snow.
- Lunar Force: This team-up ability has been fully removed.
- Operation: Microchip: Covert team-up removed from play this season.
The Marvel Rivals universe continues to evolve in Season 5, offering players fresh surprises and strategic challenges. Stay connected to El-Balad for the latest updates and announcements.
