Marvel Rivals Details Season 6.5 Content and Reveals New Hero Elsa Bloodstone

NetEase Games has officially unveiled Season 6.5 of Marvel Rivals, giving players a detailed look at what’s coming next for the rapidly growing hero shooter. The mid-season update is set to launch on February 13, headlined by the arrival of Elsa Bloodstone, a brand-new Duelist hero joining the game’s expanding roster.

Marvel Rivals previously introduced Deadpool at the start of Season 6, a standout hero capable of freely switching between Vanguard, Duelist, and Strategist roles. At present, Deadpool remains the only hero with this level of role flexibility, making him one of the most unique and valuable characters currently available.

Marvel Rivals’ Momentum Continues After Major Mode Success 🚀

Following the massive success of 18v18 Annihilation and the limited-time Marvel Zombies mode, NetEase Games has made it clear that Marvel Rivals is still in an early growth phase. Developers have teased ambitious plans for 2026, though no specific details have been revealed yet.

Community reception to these experimental modes has clearly influenced the game’s future direction. Marvel Zombies proved so popular that its availability window was extended multiple times, giving players more opportunities to engage with the cooperative horde-style gameplay. With Season 6.5 approaching, expectations are high as fans look forward to the next wave of content.

Season 6.5 Overview: Elsa Bloodstone, Team-Ups, and New Events 🎯

NetEase Games shared all Season 6.5 details in Dev Vision Vol. 14, a developer video outlining new heroes, team-up abilities, and limited-time events coming to Marvel Rivals.

Elsa Bloodstone Joins the Roster as a Duelist

Elsa Bloodstone officially debuts as a Duelist, meaning her kit is built around high damage output and aggressive pressure. Her gameplay revolves around weapon swapping, rewarding players who constantly rotate between her tools to maintain offense and reduce ability cooldowns.

In addition to her weapon-focused playstyle, Elsa can summon creatures, adding an unpredictable element to team fights and amplifying battlefield chaos during intense encounters.

New Team-Ups Introduced in Season 6.5 🤝

Season 6.5 also expands Marvel Rivals’ signature Team-Up system, introducing several powerful new combinations that alter existing abilities.

Elsa Bloodstone & Deadpool – Breathing Gun Upgrade

Elsa Bloodstone gains a unique team-up with Deadpool, transforming how her Breathing Gun operates. When Elsa hits an enemy with a Living Bullet, the target suffers from impaired vision while Deadpool’s constant chatter plays as damage is dealt.

Elsa can then recall the Living Bullets, restoring health based on the total damage inflicted, creating a risk-reward loop focused on sustained pressure and survivability.

The Thing Joins Gamma Charge 💥

The Thing is now added to the Gamma Charge team-up alongside Hulk and Black Panther. Activating this team-up:

• Increases the range and damage of Stone Haymaker and Rocky Jab
• Grants bonus health per hit, further enhancing The Thing’s frontline durability

Doctor Strange & Invisible Woman – Psionic Mayhem 🌀

Doctor Strange receives a new team-up with Invisible Woman, titled Psionic Mayhem, with Invisible Woman acting as the anchor.

When activated:

• Maelstrom of Madness transforms into Psionic Vortex
• Enemies are pulled toward Doctor Strange
• Healing is granted based on damage dealt
• Nearby allies also receive healing, making it a powerful teamfight-focused ability

Seasonal Events Coming to Times Square 🎉

Beyond heroes and combat changes, Season 6.5 introduces new social hub events in Times Square.

• February 14: A special celebration highlighting Gambit and Rogue, complete with a wedding car paradePlayers can earn free Units for attending

A Strong Outlook for Marvel Rivals 🌟

With Elsa Bloodstone’s debut, expanded Team-Up mechanics, themed social events, and early signals pointing toward a much larger roadmap in 2026, Season 6.5 stands out as another meaningful step forward for Marvel Rivals. Many fans remain optimistic as the hero shooter continues to evolve.