In just 10 days, the Fantastic Four’s full reunion will hit Marvel Rivals — with The Thing and Human Torch joining the roster in the major update launching next Friday. This long-awaited arrival is set to supercharge the game’s meta and excitement ahead of winter’s biggest battle royale showdown.
But the hype comes with a catch: Ranked Mode is hitting a checkpoint milestone, triggering a partial rank reset. All players will drop four divisions — a move that’s already sparked backlash across the community. Many players, especially those who’ve poured in hours to climb the ranks, are frustrated by the loss of hard-earned progress. Casuals may also feel demotivated, fearing their efforts won’t matter in the new cycle.
On the bright side, developers have acknowledged the concerns. They’re actively monitoring feedback and have confirmed they’re open to future adjustments. If the community response remains strongly negative, a revision to the rank reset strategy could still be on the table.
For now, top players are still chasing glory — Grandmaster ranks will unlock the coveted Crest of Honor, and Gold and above will earn exclusive character skins as rewards. But with the community on edge, one thing’s clear: the path to victory may be reset, but the fight for fairness is just beginning.
