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Marvel Rivals Celebrates One-Year Anniversary with Special Events and Sales
11/29/2025, 11:52:56 AM
Anniversary Event Overview
Marvel Rivals, developed by NetEase Games, is marking its one-year anniversary with a three-week-long celebration that includes a variety of in-game events and sales. The anniversary event runs through mid-December and features numerous skins available for purchase, alongside free skins such as the Business Shark skin for Jeff the Land Shark. Players can currently purchase the Gummy Surprise Venom and Restful Recovery Blade skins, priced at 2,200 Units and 1,600 Units respectively, or opt for a mega bundle at 2,800 Units. Each bundle includes the skin, MVP highlight, emote, spray, and nameplate.
Black Friday Sale Details
In conjunction with the anniversary, Marvel Rivals is hosting its first-ever Black Friday sale from November 28 to December 2. This sale offers a 20% discount on select items in the in-game store, including costumes and accessories. Each purchase during this period comes with a discount coupon for future purchases, allowing players to stack savings. Notably, items from Season 3 and earlier are eligible for discounts, while items from Seasons 4 and 5 will not be included. Teased items for the sale include bundles for Scarlet Witch, Doctor Strange, and Jeff the Land Shark.
Upcoming Content and Features
As part of the anniversary festivities, the game has introduced new character costumes and a limited-time 18 VS. 18 Annihilation mode. Players can also earn additional login Unit rewards over a seven-day period. On December 5, the shop will feature the legendary Daring Daifuku Psylocke skin, alongside a new Luna Snow skin, although details on the latter's availability remain unclear.
Official Statements & Responses
NetEase Games has expressed enthusiasm for the anniversary celebrations, stating, "Our first Black Friday sale is here! Score an initial 20% off select items. Every eligible purchase earns you a discount coupon. Use your coupon and get another that offers a bigger discount than the last." This reflects the company's aim to enhance player engagement during the holiday season.
Criticism & Opposition
While the anniversary events have been largely well-received, some players have expressed concerns regarding the limited-time nature of the skins and the potential for exclusivity in future content. Critics argue that such practices may alienate players who are unable to participate during the event window.
What's Next
As the anniversary event progresses, players can expect more skins to be teased and released, along with ongoing updates about future seasons and new characters, including Rogue. The culmination of the anniversary festivities is set for December 6, coinciding with Rivals Day, which promises additional surprises for the community.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Our first Black Friday sale is here! Score an initial 20% off select items. Every eligible purchase earns you a discount coupon. Use your coupon and get another that offers a bigger discount than the last. Stack those savings like Infinity Stones!” — NetEase Games, Official Statement
