Marvel Rivals Teases Rogue and Gambit for Season 5
Marvel Rivals is expected to add two new X-Men characters, Rogue and Gambit, in the upcoming Season 5. Timothy "Timaugustin" Augustin from NetEase Games subtly hinted at this in the recent Season 4 patch notes.
Hints in Season 4 Patch Notes
Players noticed low-opacity header art featuring Rogue and Gambit, suggesting their arrival is near. Previously, these characters were also teased in the Season 4 lore text. The patch notes primarily focused on Marvel Zombies but included clues about Season 5’s playable heroes.
“Rogue and Gambit have been previously teased in Season 4 lore text, suggesting that the arrival of these two heroes is imminent.”
Character Designs and Details
On Twitter/X, user Badguyjohn shared a clearer, edited version of the artwork showing the heroes' designs. NetEase seems to base the characters on their classic comic book looks: Gambit with his iconic headpiece and Rogue in her signature jacket.
Notably, Gambit appears to be playing with a D20 dice instead of his usual playing cards, hinting at a fresh take on his abilities.
Season Timeline and Expectations
- Season 4 ends on November 14, 2025, the same day Season 5 begins.
- NetEase is likely to announce the new heroes before the season officially starts.
- Players are advised to stay attentive for upcoming official reveals.
“It looks like NetEase is leaning on classic comicbook designs for the two heroes, with Gambit sporting his signature headpiece, and Rogue wearing her classic jacket.”
Author’s summary: Marvel Rivals is set to introduce Rogue and Gambit in Season 5, teasing classic designs and new twists on their abilities, with official details expected soon.