Another major update is set to arrive in *Marvel Rivals* soon, and there’s a bit of confusion surrounding a rank reset. Of course, players want to keep their standing as long as possible, but that doesn’t always happen. So, is *Marvel Rivals* doing a rank reset for Season 1?
Marvel Rivals Mid-Season Rank Reset, Explained
At the start of every season in most live-service games, Ranked mode standings are wiped clean. This gives everyone a fair shot to get accustomed to the latest changes and earn enough points to climb into the higher ranks. Typically, updates come every few months in games like *Marvel Rivals*, meaning players have plenty of time to hit their desired rank before a reset. However, NetEase Games rarely follows the status quo.
Initially, the *Marvel Rivals* developer announced that a rank reset would accompany the mid-season update for Season 1 on February 21, 2025. This made sense, as two new heroes, The Thing and Human Torch, were set to be introduced, potentially shifting the game’s meta. Players, however, had an overwhelmingly negative reaction to the idea, prompting NetEase to reconsider.
“After the release of Dev Talk 10 regarding the seasonal rank adjustment, we received a wealth of feedback from the community,” the *Marvel Rivals* team stated in a blog post. “A common concern was the pressure associated with having a rank reset every half-season, which made participating in competitive mode less enjoyable. In light of the community’s input, we have decided to make some changes to optimize the rank system.”
“When the second half of the season begins, there will be no rank reset,” the post continued. “Players will retain their ranks and scores from the end of the first half. To earn new rewards, players simply need to complete 10 matches in Competitive mode and meet the relevant conditions by the end of the season. Rewards will include a new Gold rank costume and a variety of Crests of Honor, featuring distinct designs for Grandmaster, Celestial, Eternity, and One Above All.”
This is great news for players who are part of those top ranks, giving them at least another month and a half to compete against the best of the best. It’s also a prime example of NetEase’s commitment to listening to feedback. It can be challenging for developers to balance player expectations, but if these Season 1 moves are any indication, NetEase is tuned in to the community's needs.
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What Is New in the Marvel Rivals Season 1 Mid-Season Update?
In addition to The Thing and Human Torch joining the fray, some major adjustments are coming during *Marvel Rivals*‘ Season 1 update. There are no details yet about which characters are getting buffs and which ones are getting nerfs, but players are sure to have their opinions on who needs them.
And that’s whether Marvel Rivals is doing a mid-season rank reset for *Season 1*. If you’re looking for more, here are counters for all of the heroes in the hero shooter.
*Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.*
