Marvel Rivals' Season 1: Eternal Night Falls is a resounding success, particularly its Midnight Features event quests. Player feedback on social media and Reddit highlights the positive reception. The quests' versatility, allowing completion across Quick Play, Competitive, and AI modes, has been a major point of praise, offering a low-pressure environment for experimenting with new heroes and tackling challenges. The inclusion of rewarding cosmetics, such as a Blade preview Gallery Card, further enhances player satisfaction.
The improved visual presentation of the event quests, showcased through an animated Daily Bugle-style newspaper in the Events tab, adds to the overall positive experience. While not all quests are immediately available (full unlock expected January 17th), the promise of a free Thor skin upon completion adds further incentive.
Beyond the event quests, Season 1's enhancements, including two free battle pass skins (instead of one), new maps, a fresh game mode, and balance adjustments, have contributed to the game's popularity. The developer's commitment to community feedback and attention to detail fuels optimism for the future of Marvel Rivals, especially with the planned release of a new playable hero every six weeks. This consistent content rollout, while scaled back from the initial Fantastic Four debut, maintains player engagement. The game's recent DICE Award nomination and PlayStation's Players' Choice award for December 2024 further solidify its success.
