Summary
NetEase is aiming to release a new patch for Marvel Rivals later this week, and this aims to nerf a hero that shouldn’t have gotten a buff in the first place.
The hero I’m referring to is none other than Iron Man. The character’s Repulsor Blasts are getting a significant nerf, which makes them less effective.
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The mid-season balance patch for Season 1.5 will drop on March 13 on all platforms according to NetEase. The main hero changes here include a buff to the Human Torch, a nerf to Iron Man, and an adjustment to Cloak & Dagger (again).
Duelist
Human Torch
The fiery hero is getting a boost to his primary attack damage output and Ultimate Ability, enhancing his solo takedown potential.
Increase Fire Cluster projectile speed from 120m/s to 150m/s and projectile count from 12 to 14. Increase the energy cost of Supernova (ultimate ability) from 3400 to 4000; Increase activation wave damage from 70 to 80 and Flame Tornado damage from 100 per/s to 120 per/s.
Iron Man
The Armored Avenger will see slight adjustments to his primary attack in both states, balancing his mid-range offensive capabilities.
Decrease Repulsor Blast stage 1 and 2 direct hit damage from 55 to 40; Increase spell field damage from 35 to 50. Decrease stage 3 direct hit damage from 65 to 50; Increase spell field damage from 40 to 60. Decrease Repulsor Blast (Armor Overdrive) direct hit damage decreased from 55 to 50; Increase spell field damage from 55 to 65.
STRATEGIST
Cloak & Dagger
The duality duo will see improvements in their healing abilities, making them more versatile for various team compositions.
Increase the healing effect from Lightforce Dagger on hit allies from 10 to 16; Reduce the spell field healing amount generated by the hit from 18 to 16.
Overall, these seem like good changes by the developers. Iron Man’s Unibeam buff and coupled with the character’s Repulsor Blasts made him a wee bit too powerful in almost all skirmishes.
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Don’t be surprised to see Marvel Rivals crossover with other entertainment properties as welll, since NetEase themselves confirmed it in the company’s latest earnings report.
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Johnny’s here to heat up the battlefield.
Third-Person Shooter
Action
Multiplayer
Released December 6, 2024
Developer(s) NetEase Games
Publisher(s) NetEase Games
Engine Unreal Engine 5
ESRB T For Teen // Violence
How Long To Beat 7.5 hours
PC Release Date December 6, 2024
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