Marvel Teases Swimsuit Skins for Rivals in Summer Comic Special

Marvel is gearing up for another splash with its upcoming Swimsuit Special comic book release, and it seems that NetEase Games' Marvel Rivals will be diving into the summer festivities with its own collection of swimsuit skins.

A recent post on the Marvel website provided insights into what might lead to the much-anticipated arrival of Marvel Rivals swimsuit cosmetics. Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, and Rivals #1 is set to hit the shelves on July 9, offering Earth's Mightiest Heroes a well-deserved respite from their world-saving duties. More intriguingly, the comic teases a glimpse at designs that could potentially make their way into 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 reads. "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 specifics about the launch timeline or which characters might feature in the collection, it's reasonable to assume that given the special's theme, some summer-themed cosmetics might be on the horizon. We can expect more details about the Marvel Swimsuit Special in the coming months, hopefully shedding light on its connection to Marvel Rivals.

Since its launch in December, Marvel Rivals has captured the attention of multiplayer gaming enthusiasts on both PC and consoles. The game's competitive edge and extensive character roster have kept players engaged, strategizing ways to climb the ranks. Amidst the focus on gameplay improvements, the community has been eagerly anticipating NetEase's post-launch plans, particularly the possibility of a Marvel Rivals swimsuit collection. Now, it appears those hopes are poised to become a reality.

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As for when these swimsuits might be introduced, there are some hints we can consider. Marvel Rivals Season 2, which introduced Emma Frost and the Hellfire Gala, just concluded last week and is set to end in approximately three months. This timeline suggests that the new outfits might launch with Season 3, potentially around July or August, perfectly aligning with NetEase's scheduled updates and allowing fans to enjoy the new looks before summer fades away.

In addition to the swimsuits, Season 3 will bring about changes in NetEase’s post-launch strategy. Instead of three-month seasons, Marvel Rivals will transition to shorter, two-month seasons, ensuring at least one new playable hero is added each month. For more insights into Marvel Rivals, you can explore the April Fools' Day emote featuring Venom's twerking antics, or learn how NetEase turned an infamous Moon Knight meme into canon.