Marvel is gearing up for another exciting release with the upcoming Marvel Swimsuit Special comic book, and fans of NetEase Games' Marvel Rivals are in for a treat as the game is set to introduce its own line of swimsuit skins.
A recent post on the Marvel website has provided tantalizing details about what could lead to the much-anticipated arrival of Marvel Rivals swimsuit cosmetics. Scheduled for release on July 9, Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, and Rivals #1 promises to give Earth's Mightiest Heroes a well-deserved break from their world-saving duties. More excitingly, the comic will offer a sneak peek at potential designs for Marvel Rivals.
Marvel Swimsuit Special art. Image courtesy of Marvel.
"Roxxon Comics is at it again when they release their own UNAUTHORIZED SWIMSUIT SPECIAL," the description for the Marvel Swimsuit Special teases. "Wasp is on the case and seizes the opportunity for Marvel's heroes to do their OWN swimwear fashion shoot all over the world! But fear not, True Believers, we know what you're REALLY here for! This super-sized special features splash page after splash page of gorgeous art, but with a story so you can pretend you're 'reading it for the articles…'"
While Marvel hasn't revealed much about the launch timeline or the specific characters that will feature in the swimsuit collection, the focus of the special suggests that summer-themed cosmetics are a strong possibility. Although the post doesn't confirm the inclusion of these skins in Marvel Rivals, the thematic connection makes it highly likely. Fans can look forward to more details about the Marvel Swimsuit Special and its ties to Marvel Rivals in the coming months.
Since its launch in December, Marvel Rivals has captivated multiplayer enthusiasts on both PC and consoles with its competitive gameplay and diverse roster of characters. While some players focus on climbing the ranks, others are eagerly awaiting news on post-launch content, particularly the prospect of a Marvel Rivals swimsuit collection. With the recent announcement, it seems that fans' wishes may soon be fulfilled.
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As for when these swimsuits might become available in the game, we can make some educated guesses. Marvel Rivals Season 2, which introduced Emma Frost and the Hellfire Gala, just concluded last week and is set to end in about three months. This suggests that the new swimsuits might debut with Season 3, likely around July or August, aligning perfectly with the end of summer and NetEase's previously announced schedule.
Additionally, Season 3 will mark a shift in NetEase's post-launch strategy, with seasons now lasting only about two months. This means that fans can expect a new playable hero every month moving forward. For more on Marvel Rivals, you can check out the April Fools' Day emote that allowed Venom to twerk, or learn about how NetEase made an infamous Moon Knight meme canon by clicking here.
