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Marvel Rivals season 7 is going back to the Big Apple with Black Cat, White Fox, and Kingpin in tow
Marvel Rivals is launching its seventh season, titled "The Hunt is On," on March 20, returning to a New York City setting. The season will introduce White Fox as a new playable hero, with Black Cat joining mid-season. Mayor Wilson Fisk is a central figure in the new narrative, which involves forces from 2099's Nueva York. Executive producer Danny Koo emphasized the importance of character fun in the hero shooter's ongoing development.
This Week's Patch Notes: Marvel Rivals, Battlefield 2042 Updates | Two Average Gamers
This week's gaming updates include new cosmetic bundles and bug fixes for Marvel Rivals, such as the "Daredevil: Born Again Season 2" bundle and resolved visual issues for Rogue. Battlefield 2042 received a minor maintenance patch, Patch 8.7, focusing on general stability and behind-the-scenes fixes without introducing new content.
Should you buy an open-back headset for gaming?
This article discusses the pros and cons of open-back gaming headsets, highlighting their natural sound and spatial awareness benefits compared to closed-back alternatives. It advises that open-back designs are best suited for isolated gaming environments and audiophiles seeking natural soundstages, while closed-back headsets offer better noise isolation and are more versatile.
Marvel Rivals season 7 countdown: Exact start time and date
Marvel Rivals Season 7 is set to launch on March 20, 2024, at 5am CT / 9am UTC, bringing new characters like Black Cat and White Fox, a new villain in Kingpin, a new battle pass, map, and various gameplay updates. The season is expected to last approximately one month, with a follow-up 7.5 update planned for around April 20.
I've found your next favorite PS5 headset, and it's all thanks to this week's Best Buy savings
Best Buy's Tech Fest Sale features significant discounts on several high-quality gaming headsets for the PlayStation 5. The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless is available for $299.99, down from $379.99, and the Arctis Nova 5 Wireless is priced at $129.99. Other discounted options include models from Razer, Turtle Beach, and Corsair.
Marvel Rivals Wants Some Characters To Make You Say "Wait, Who?'"
Marvel Rivals executive producer Danny Koo discussed the game's character roster strategy, stating that approximately 70% are 'greatest hits' characters, 25% are curveballs, and 5% are deep cuts. Koo emphasized that the game aims to introduce characters as if it's the player's first encounter with them, making the art style appealing to a wider audience.
Jeff Kaplan Discusses His Departure from Blizzard - GameHaunt
Jeff Kaplan detailed his departure from Blizzard Entertainment in April 2021, citing pressure from a senior finance executive to meet revenue targets or face 1,000 layoffs. He described a significant cultural shift at Blizzard from a creative environment to a profit-driven one, culminating in a "f&ck you moment" with the CFO. Kaplan has since founded Kintsugiyama and is working on The Legend of California.
Marvel Rivals' Staying Power Comes Down To One Key Strategy
Marvel Rivals, a free-to-play live-service game, is maintaining momentum through a strategy of constant updates and community monitoring, according to executive producer Danny Koo. Koo believes there is ample space for both live-service and single-player games to coexist and that adaptability is key to success in the evolving video game industry. The game is also planning events throughout 2026 to tie into upcoming Avengers movie releases.
Gamescom 2024 Steam Deck News, Reviews Including Bakeru and SCHiM, New Verified Games, Discounts, and More – TouchArcade
This week's Steam Deck Weekly covers Gamescom 2024 news, including impressions and reviews of Bakeru, Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse, SCHiM, Gestalt: Steam and Cinder, and the Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun expansion. It also highlights new Steam Deck Verified and Playable games, along with ongoing sales and discounts.
"You have a vocal minority screaming the loudest": Marvel Rivals devs are careful with balancing because players found Jeff the Land Shark OP until they discovered a quick fix
Marvel Rivals developers are carefully considering game balancing due to vocal player feedback, as exemplified by the initial overestimation of Jeff the Land Shark's power. Executive producer Danny Koo highlighted that player complaints about the character's strength were resolved once a simple counter-play mechanic was discovered. The game is being developed by NetEase Games.
Marvel Rivals is part of the reason Overwatch dropped 5 new heroes at once
Overwatch game director Aaron Keller stated that Marvel Rivals has influenced the Overwatch team's decision to release multiple heroes simultaneously. Keller noted the excitement around Marvel Rivals launching with a large roster and considered a similar approach for Overwatch.
"What if we could just drop 30 new heroes into Overwatch?": Marvel Rivals "definitely had an impact" on Blizzard, says Overwatch boss, and a big factor was the response to new heroes
Blizzard Entertainment's game director Aaron Keller stated that Marvel Rivals had a significant impact on the Overwatch team, particularly regarding player response to new hero releases. The excitement for Marvel Rivals' large roster of characters prompted discussions within Blizzard about potentially introducing a similar volume of new heroes to Overwatch.
Marvel Rivals Developers Discuss Their Approach to Sustaining a Live-Service Shooter
Developers from NetEase Games and Marvel Games discussed their approach to sustaining Marvel Rivals as a live-service hero shooter. They emphasized building a strong foundation with Marvel's team-based storytelling, early community engagement, and a focus on core shooter mechanics. The team highlighted the importance of player feedback and regular content updates, including seasonal events and new game modes, to maintain player interest and evolve the game.
Gamers think they know why Overwatch is “struggling” against Marvel Rivals, and it’s not gameplay, it’s buttcheeks
Players are criticizing Overwatch's new Project YoRHa collaboration skins for their high cost and perceived lack of aesthetic appeal, particularly the design of the character Kiriko. This has led to comparisons with Marvel Rivals, with some arguing Overwatch is struggling due to its character design choices. The discussion also touches on broader concerns about female character representation and the male gaze in video games.
The best budget PS5 headset I've ever popped on my head is so cheap I had to look twice
The Turtle Beach Atlas 200 headset for PlayStation 5 is praised as an exceptional budget option, offering impressive sound quality that rivals more expensive models. Despite a slightly muffled microphone, its compatibility with Sony's Tempest 3D AudioTech and punchy low-frequencies make it a highly recommended wired choice for gamers seeking great value.
Morning Patches
Several games have received new patches and updates. Marvel Rivals released version 20260312, Overwatch's Season 1 midcycle continues, and Teardown has added multiplayer functionality.
Marvel Rivals Drops Seamless Patch Today With Zero Downtime & Much-Needed Fixes
Marvel Rivals successfully deployed a patch on March 12th with zero server downtime, a rarity for live service games. The update includes new character cosmetic bundles and addresses several significant bugs, including issues with the Punisher's proficiency display, Rogue's costume, controller remapping on consoles, and Hulk's communication during abilities. The developers' transparent and character-focused patch notes have been praised for their approach to community communication and respect for player time.
DC fans have a completely made up game called ‘DC Allies,’ and the roleplay is so strong that Warner Bros really should just go and make it real
DC fans have created a detailed, fictional game called 'DC Allies' as a response to the success of 'Marvel Rivals,' complete with character rosters, abilities, and lore. The extensive roleplaying and community engagement suggest a strong demand for a similar official DC Comics game, prompting calls for Warner Bros. to consider developing one despite past failures like 'Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League'.
Marvel Rivals producer on game balance: ‘If a character is no longer fun, then we’re not doing our job’
Marvel Rivals' executive producer Danny Koo discussed the game's balance philosophy, emphasizing that maintaining 'fun' is the primary goal. NetEase Games uses player data, feedback, and subjective observations like 'time to kill' to tune characters, aiming to keep players engaged without breaking the game's competitive integrity.
Marvel Rivals executive producer pushes back on idea that live-service scene is running out of room
Marvel Rivals executive producer Danny Koo believes there is still room for growth in the live-service game market, despite the crowded landscape. He argues that the hero shooter genre is a niche within the larger shooter category and that global markets offer ample opportunity for new titles. Koo emphasizes the importance of unique offerings, strong live service support, and thorough player testing for games entering the competitive space.