Marvel Rivals has continued to expand its roster and features as it moves toward the launch of Season 6. The announcement at the 2025 Game Awards marked a key moment for the game, unveiling its version of Deadpool and showcasing how far the title has come since its earlier updates. This reveal also emphasized the game's growing player interest, sparked in part by its evolving content and consistent seasonal rollouts.
Before Season 5, the developers introduced a new PvE experience that allowed players to face waves of enemies in a cooperative setting inspired by Marvel’s darker storylines. This addition, alongside the upcoming heroes and seasonal themes, reflects the studio’s effort to keep the multiplayer action title fresh and varied for returning and new players alike.
Marvel Rivals Adds Deadpool and Elsa Bloodstone in Season 6
NetEase’s reveal of Season 6, Night at the Museum, brings two notable Marvel characters into the expanding Marvel Rivals roster. Deadpool arrives first on January 16, 2026, marking his debut in the game’s updated storyline. The trailer shows him taking a job for the Collector after Gambit and Rogue attempt a heist, but instead of recovering stolen goods, his chaotic tendencies unleash more problems inside the museum.
Rather than echo prior film or game versions, this interpretation of Wade Wilson carries a fresh tone and voice. While popular assumptions link Alejandro Saab to the role, the studio has not made an official statement. The character’s trademark irreverence remains, ensuring that even under new leadership, Deadpool retains his unpredictable charm and combat-focused playstyle.
Not long after his arrival, Elsa Bloodstone makes her entrance, stepping into the story as a monster hunter facing the fallout of Deadpool’s actions. Her appearance at the museum hints at a potential opposing role or an independent goal tied to containment and cleanup. Whether she aligns with allies or operates separately remains uncertain, but her inclusion expands the roster’s tactical variety.
The continuing storyline follows the consequences of the Collector’s deal gone wrong and offers new mission structures tied to artifact retrieval and containment scenarios. Players can expect co-op objectives, environmental hazards, and new zones introduced as part of the museum setting.
Character Comparison and Key Details
| Character | Role Type | Launch Timing | Notable Trait | Possible Voice Actor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deadpool | Duelist / Damage | January 16, 2026 | High mobility, melee-ranged balance | Rumored: Alejandro Saab |
| Elsa Bloodstone | Strategist / Hunter | Estimated February 2026 | Monster hunting expertise | Undisclosed |
This season also coincides with the game’s first anniversary, featuring a special event that rewards players with premium currency and a Jeff the Land Shark skin unlocked through limited-time challenges. The update aligns with NetEase’s continued post-launch strategy of short seasonal intervals and cross-platform events.
Game Details
- Developer / Publisher: NetEase Games
- Genre: Third-Person Shooter, Action, Multiplayer
- Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
- Cross-Platform Play: Limited (console only)
- Cross Save: Not supported
- ESRB Rating: T for Teen (Violence)
- Approximate Playtime: 7.5 hours
By integrating both characters into ongoing content, NetEase strengthens Marvel Rivals’ character diversity and narrative continuity while maintaining its cooperative and competitive focus.
