Marvel Rivals delivered a busy week packed with leaks, new event details, fan reworks, and heated community debate about recent nerfs. Here’s a breakdown of everything happening right now in Marvel Rivals, including fresh info on the Winter Soldier Thunderballs bundle, the latest Discord event, a detailed Venom fan rework, and strong reactions from players to the controversial Mantis nerf. Keep reading for more Marvel Rivals News.

Winter Soldier Thunderballs Bundle and Release Date

Leaks confirm that the Winter Soldier Thunderballs bundle arrives on May 2, priced at 1,600 units. While some fans prefer the “Revolution” skin or wish for an MCU-inspired look, this bundle offers a sleek black ops design. The change mainly affects hairstyle and mask, keeping the overall military feel intact. Many consider the price fair for a cosmetic that brings more diversity to Winter Soldier’s appearance, though it may not become the most popular skin in the game. If you’re a fan of the character, this bundle is a solid addition to your collection.

New Big Head Brainstorm Event on Discord

Marvel Rivals launched a new “Big Head Brainstorm” community event, running from April 26 to April 28. Players can join the big head mode and unlock the exclusive Brainstorm emote.

Event rewards include a $20 Steam gift card for first place, 500 units for 20 randomly selected players, and a unique Discord role for everyone who participates during Season 2’s Hellfire Gala. The event encourages everyone to get involved for a shot at both free units and special recognition in the Discord community.

Venom Fan Rework Concept Goes Viral

A fan-made rework concept for Venom gained major attention within the community. The rework suggests a series of new abilities, including:

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  • Giant Claw Swipe: Delivers high damage in a cone-shaped area.

  • Double Tentacle Hammer Fist: Stuns and damages enemies.

  • Giant Bite: Adds lifesteal potential.

  • Ranged Incapacitator: Smashes enemies against walls to immobilize them.

  • Skinny Form Stealth: Suggests stretching for stealth, possibly better suited for symbiotes like Carnage.

  • Tentacle Ball: Proposes a unique escape/engage move, distinct from Overwatch’s Hammond.

  • Double Car Smasher Giant Form: An ultimate similar to Hulk’s rampage, with Venom smashing cars for massive area damage.

Fans appreciate the creativity behind these ideas, calling for the devs to take notes for future reworks or new symbiote heroes.

Mission Refresh and Performance Rating Changes (Marvel Rivals News)

The X6 League reported that Marvel Rivals now offers three free mission refreshes that recharge over time. Additional refreshes can be bought for 30 units each. While some heavy spenders may use this, most players feel purchasing mission refreshes with currency isn’t ideal. Alongside this, devs will adjust hero performance ratings in the next update, making rewards and point loss more balanced for all heroes—addressing concerns about fairness for strategists and other underrepresented roles.

Mantis Nerf Sparks Outrage

Developers recently nerfed Mantis, a popular strategist, reducing her base health and changing her healing and buff mechanics. Many players argue that Mantis now struggles to compete, losing her versatility and mid-lane effectiveness. Fans report that her projectiles feel less reliable, and the character feels forced into a pure support role—frustrating for those who valued her jack-of-all-trades playstyle. While some believe the nerf was justified to curb her power, the overall mood is disappointment among dedicated Mantis mains.