The main appeal of a live-service game is that there’s always something new waiting just around the corner, andMarvel Rivalshas done a great job of making that new thing consistently exciting.Marvel Rivalsis now giving players two new playable heroes each and every season, along with some new maps, new modes, and a wealth of shiny new cosmetics. The last few seasons have done a great job of keeping players invested, and if recent rumors are to be believed, thenMarvel RivalsSeason 3 is going to follow suit.
Set to begin on July 11, 2025,Marvel RivalsSeason 3still hasn’t been officially detailed by developer NetEase. The new season’s heroes, maps, and overall theme are unconfirmed. But there’s been an onslaught of leaks and rumors over the last few weeks, and they point toMarvel RivalsSeason 3 being another big one.
Of course, all leaks and rumors should always be taken with a pinch of salt, no matter how credible they may seem.
Marvel Rivals Season 3’s Leaked and Rumored Heroes
Blade - Duelist
All the way back in December 2024, mere days afterMarvel Rivalsfirst hit consoles and PC, a list of leaked characters hit the internet. One of the first names on that list was Blade, Marvel’s half-human, half-vampire. Over the last few months, NetEase has been gradually teasingBlade’s place on the hero shooter’s roster, having him appear as an NPC on various maps since Season 1.
Based on NetEase’s continued teases, and a bevy of leaks and rumors from sources like RivalsInfo and RivalsLeaks, it seems extremely likely that Blade will be one ofMarvel RivalsSeason 3’s new heroes. Some recent leaks have even shed light on his possible ability set:
It’s possible these abilities aren’t entirely accurate to the ones that eventually appear inMarvel Rivals, but they have been shared around by multiple high-profile leakers.
Jean Grey/Phoenix - Duelist
Another Marvel hero who appeared near the top of that very first leaked character list, the X-Men’s Jean Grey is another frontrunner forMarvel RivalsSeason 3. After a recentPhoenix Force-themed Moon Knight skinhitMarvel Rivalsa few weeks ago, tongues started to wag. This speculation was accompanied by a set of leaks that claimed to reveal Jean Grey’s kit, which is split between two distinct forms:
Other Possible Season 3 Heroes
While Blade and Jean Grey/Phoenix are the most likely heroes to appear inMarvel RivalsSeason 3 according to recent leaks and rumors, there are another three heroes who could also be on the cards, those beingCaptain Marvel, Cyclops, and Professor X. Captain Marvel allegedly had a few voice lines leaked a little while ago, and both Professor X and Cyclops had the names of their potential abilities leaked.
Every Other Marvel Rivals Season 3 Leak and Rumor
While most of theMarvel RivalsSeason 3 leaks have revolved around potential new heroes, there have been a few other rumors that have pointed towards the next season’s theme.Marvel RivalsSeason 3 could see players go head-to-head against Knull, the creator and god of the Symbiotes. It’s believed that Knull’s presence could usher in a new wave ofSymbiote skins forMarvel Rivals' roster.
A summer-themed event has also been rumored to appear in the coming weeks, possibly alongside some long-rumored swimsuit skins.
