New Marvel Rivals Upcoming Characters for Season 6 (2026)
Who are the two favorite antiheroes coming in Season 6 on January 16, 2026? NetEase Games revealed them at The Game Awards 2025. These new Marvel Rivals characters will add chaos and monster-hunting to our favorite game.
Deadpool, the Merc with a Mouth, is the main new character. He fights for the Collector after Gambit fails to steal from the museum. This failure unleashes monsters in the museum.
Elsa Bloodstone is the mid-season character, here to fix Deadpool's mess. The new heroes are inspired by a 2019 Deadpool comic. They shared the spotlight then, and now we see their rivalry in the game. We have until mid-February for Season 6.0, then Season 6.5 until March 20.
As Marvel Rivals keeps releasing fast, we'll see two heroes each season. The Night at the Museum theme is perfect for Deadpool's wild nature and Elsa's monster skills.
Season 6 Release Timeline and New Marvel Rivals Characters
We're excited to share the upcoming schedule for Marvel Rivals Season 6. It starts on January 16, 2026. This season comes about a month after Season 5's update, bringing new content and two heroes.
Launch Date Details
Marvel Rivals Season 6 starts on January 16, 2026. It's a big update with new characters. The season will last for about two months before Season 7 in March 2026.
Players will see a reset of ranks and new items. There will also be new cosmetic items and character additions.
When Deadpool Joins the Fight
Deadpool joins on January 16, 2026. He's a big addition to the game. His class role is still a secret, but many think he'll be a Duelist or Strategist.
Details about his kit and abilities will come out the week before.
Mid-Season Monster Hunter
Elsa Bloodstone comes in mid-February 2026. She's Ulysses Bloodstone's daughter, with 25 years of Marvel history. Her skills suggest she'll be a Duelist. We'll see her full character reveal in early February.
Character Abilities and Gameplay Details
The new Season 6 in Marvel Rivals brings exciting changes. We're waiting for official ability reveals. But, we can guess based on character backgrounds and the Season 6 trailer.
Both heroes will bring new mechanics to the game. They will change the game's balance when they arrive in early 2026.
Deadpool's Predicted Kit and Role
Deadpool might be a Duelist or Strategist. The trailer shows him fighting with Throg and Captain America skin. This suggests he will have versatile combat options.
Deadpool's kit might include dual katanas and firearms. Duelists focus on high damage and mobility. Deadpool could have fast movement with special abilities.
Elsa Bloodstone's Monster Hunter Arsenal
Elsa Bloodstone is Deadpool's rival. She comes with counter-play mechanics. Her background as a monster hunter means she will have a variety of weapons.
Multiple firearms with different ammo pools
Explosive grenades for area control
Specialized monster-hunting equipment
Elsa will likely have 250-300 HP and join the Duelist category. Her weapons might switch for different situations.
Team-Up Synergies with Existing Heroes
The Night at the Museum theme links Deadpool and Elsa. They will have new team-up abilities. This will add to the 20 current combinations.
Deadpool and Elsa might get boosts with certain heroes. Pre-launch week will tell us more about their synergies.
Season 6 Content Beyond Heroes
Season 6 of Marvel Rivals is packed with more than just new heroes. Deadpool and Elsa Bloodstone are exciting, but there's more. New maps and game modes will be introduced, thanks to the Night at the Museum theme. NetEase will share these during the pre-launch week.
The complete Season 6 release schedule shows these updates will come alongside our new heroes. This will happen over the next two months.
Marvel rivals season 6 brings three new cosmetic themes. Players can collect looks from the Trumps of the Grandmaster, Thieves Guild, and Disco Revolution. These themes offer unique styles for our favorite heroes.
Costume previews show off designs from Marvel Rivals comics. We see Cloak & Dagger from Issue 31 and outfits for Angela, Emma Frost, and Moon Knight. Luna Snow also gets a special look inspired by her World Tour comic series.
The season's story focuses on Gambit and Rogue's heist. They plan to steal from the Collector's Museum but Deadpool ruins the plan. This story drives the season and ties into new BattlePass rewards.
We can expect updates to competitive mode and balance changes. This will happen when the new heroes officially join on January 16.
FAQ
When does Marvel Rivals Season 6 launch?
Marvel Rivals Season 6: Night at the Museum starts on January 16, 2026. It will go until March 20, 2026. Season 6.5 kicks off in mid-February.
Which confirmed Marvel Rivals characters are coming in Season 6?
Deadpool and Elsa Bloodstone are joining in Season 6. Deadpool is here on January 16, 2026. Elsa Bloodstone comes in mid-February.
What is the Deadpool release date in Marvel Rivals?
Deadpool hits Marvel Rivals on January 16, 2026. He's the main star for Night at the Museum.
What class will Deadpool be in Marvel Rivals?
Deadpool might be a Duelist or Strategist. NetEase Games will tell us for sure the week before the game launches.
When is the Elsa Bloodstone release date?
Elsa Bloodstone arrives in mid-February 2026. She's a big part of Season 6.5's story.
Are there more upcoming Marvel Rivals characters after Season 6?
Season 7 is coming in March 2026. But, NetEase Games hasn't shared who else will join. We'll let you know when we find out.
What's the Night at the Museum storyline?
Gambit and Rogue try to steal from the Collector's Museum. Deadpool fights for the Collector but lets monsters out. Elsa Bloodstone then tries to stop the monsters.