NetEase has delayed the reveal of Marvel Rivals Season 5, but a major streamer has confirmed an early access stream for November 12, 2025. The trailer is now expected to drop on November 10, introducing new heroes Rogue and Gambit. Additional content includes a new map, skins, and balance updates.
Announcement Delay
The Marvel Rivals community anticipated the Season 5 trailer by early November, but NetEase postponed the reveal without an official explanation. Speculation points to efforts in polishing content to build hype and avoid a rushed launch. As per recent patch notes, the season will feature confirmed new heroes Rogue and Gambit, with uncertainty around their roles—potentially one as a support and the other as DPS.
Predicted Timeline
Based on Necros, a prominent streamer, confirming a sponsored early access stream on November 12, 2025, the schedule shapes up as follows:
- November 10, 2025: Main trailer and Dev Vision Vol.
- November 11, 2025: Individual hero trailers and skin reveals.
- November 12, 2025: Early access stream showcasing heroes, skins, battle pass, and more.
- November 14, 2025: Full season launch.
New Content and Features
Season 5 promises a love theme, a new map, updated battle pass, hero nerfs and buffs, and rank placement resets. With Ignite stage 2 esports completed, NetEase may outline competitive plans. Leaks suggest Elsa Bloodstone as a future hero, but details remain unconfirmed.
The delay has sparked discussions among fans about the new heroes' impact and season expectations.