Marvel Rivals, the hit team-based PVP shooter from Marvel Games and NetEase Games, is entering its next chapter with Season 3: The Abyss Awakens. The new season introduces a high-energy Resource Rumble game mode, the eerie new Klyntar: Throne of Knull map, and a limited-time Ancient Powers Awaken event packed with rewards. Alongside the fresh content, the developers also detailed ongoing improvements to matchmaking, ranking, and social features.
Resource Rumble – A New Battle for Control
Launching August 21 at 09:00 UTC, Resource Rumble challenges players to capture and control three resource points that unlock in random order. Teams must fight for dominance, gather resources, and outlast rivals until they reach the target score. The fast-paced format is designed to test coordination and tactical flexibility, offering a fresh twist to Marvel Rivals’ team-based chaos.
Klyntar: Throne of Knull – A Dark New Map
The season also debuts Klyntar: Throne of Knull, a subterranean battleground linked to the surface only by the Venom Spire. The map dives deep into Marvel’s symbiote lore as Knull, the God of the Symbiotes, struggles to break free while restrained by the lingering Phoenix Force. With its atmospheric design and thematic storytelling, this arena sets the stage for both high-stakes clashes and lore-heavy encounters.
Ancient Powers Awaken Event
Also arriving August 21 at 09:00 UTC, the limited-time Ancient Powers Awaken event will reward players for completing matches and leveling up during the season. Prizes include cosmetics, in-game boosts, and a standout reward: Doctor Strange’s Old Man Strange costume. The full reveal trailer drops today on official Marvel Rivals channels.
Matchmaking, Ranking, and Social Updates
The development team released a new Matchmaking Video (available August 21) to explain ongoing system updates aimed at improving fairness, transparency, and ranked progression.
On the social side, Marvel Rivals now integrates Discord’s Social SDK, allowing features like a unified friends list, cross-platform chat, Rich Presence, and more—making it easier than ever to connect with allies across platforms.
Continuing Updates and Patch Notes
As always, the development team is pushing out balance changes and hero adjustments to keep the action fair and exciting. Full patch notes are available on the official Marvel Rivals channels, ensuring players stay informed as the competitive landscape evolves.
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