The Fantastic Four's roster in Marvel Rivals will be complete on February 21, 2025, with the arrival of The Thing and Human Torch as playable characters. This launch coincides with a Season 1.5 update, promising significant balance adjustments, as detailed in a recent developer blog post.

While specific gameplay details for The Thing and Human Torch remain under wraps, their introduction follows the successful launch of Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman earlier in Season 1. These characters significantly impacted the game's meta, showcasing unique abilities. We anticipate similar game-changing mechanics from Ben and Johnny Grimm.

The Season 1.5 update also includes a rank reset for Ranked players. Expect a four-division demotion (e.g., Diamond I to Platinum II). Future season updates will feature six-division drops, while mid-season updates will maintain the four-division drop. NetEase plans to adjust this system based on player feedback.

However, the update isn't all negative. Gold-ranked players will receive new costume rewards, and new Crests of Honor will recognize top performers (Grandmaster, Celestial, Eternity, and One Above All – the top 500).

Creative director Guangyun Chen previously confirmed a new playable character every six weeks, suggesting a steady stream of new heroes. While speculation points towards Blade as the next addition, official confirmation is pending.

In the meantime, check out our Marvel Rivals Season 1 tier list to strategize your gameplay before the mid-season update alters the meta. You can also explore the impact of the initial Season 1 patch and the community's reaction to the alleged bot issue.