The next major update for Marvel Rivals is approaching fast. NetEase Games has confirmed the official start date and time for Season 6.5, which will serve as the mid-season update following the current season.
Players can expect a short period of server downtime before the new content becomes available. This update introduces a new character to the roster alongside several cosmetic additions.
Marvel Rivals Season 6.5 Start Date and Time
Marvel Rivals Season 6.5 is scheduled to launch on Friday, February 13 at 9 AM UTC.
The developer has indicated that the game will undergo maintenance to prepare for the patch. While the exact duration of the downtime can vary, players should anticipate being unable to access the game for a couple of hours while the update is deployed. A significant download will be required before the game can be launched again.
Marvel Rivals Season 6.5 Details
New Character: Elsa Bloodstone
The primary addition for this mid-season update is the debut of Elsa Bloodstone. She will join the existing roster of heroes when the update goes live. Her arrival was previously outlined in the Season 6 roadmap.
Upcoming Skins and Cosmetics
In addition to the new playable character, Season 6.5 will bring a collection of new costumes. The update details confirm the following skins will be available:
- Jeff the Land Shark: Duck Comic
- Moon Knight: Growth and Decay
- Hawkeye: Luminous Legend
The update will also introduce a new costume that can be earned through Twitch Drops, though specific details on which character receives this skin were not fully detailed in the initial announcements.