Marvel Rivals season 7.5 early patch notes – Black Cat, new PvE modes, and more

Black Cat is set to arrive in Marvel Rivals this week, but the impending season 7.5 update includes way more than the sultry catsuited thief. A new PvE mode, new skins, hero balancing changes, the 2026 Hellfire Gala event, a Loki vs. Avengers mode, and more are also on the way, making for a pretty substantial mid-season update to supplement the season that already added White Fox. Here's a peek at what to expect when the update goes live on April 17.Table of contentsMarvel Rivals season 7.5 patch notesNew Duelist: Black CatHero buffs and nerfsNew team-up abilityNew PvE mode: Blood HuntHellfire Gala skinsPath to Doomsday eventMarvel Rivals season 7.5 patch notes Screenshot by Destructoid New Duelist: Black Cat The master thief has "incredible mobility" and "can weave through the battlefield with ease." She's able to wall climb, double jump, and steal the enemy team's "Fortune" to buff her own power. Her Ultimate ability allows her to "strike like a phantom, instantly dashing to any target to deal lethal damage." Her thief skills will be on display, allowing her to put treasures from her endeavors on the battlefield, boosting her abilities and giving "unexpected tactical advantages" to her team.Hero buffs and nerfs Stay tuned for the official list of hero balance changes coming in the update later today.New team-up abilityLucky LoanBlack Cat, White Fox, Captain AmericaBlack Cat (anchor) provides White Fox and Captain America with luck to boost their abilities. White Fox receives a boost to her life energy, allowing her to launch multiple spectral fox tails that can hone in allies and slowing enemies. Captain America's vibranium shield gets a buff, increasing his deflection capabilities and blocking shield size.New PvE mode: Blood Hunt Screenshot by Destructoid A new story-based mode will arrive on April 23, bringing four boss battles, a new progression and trait system, and even a new loot system, NetEase promises a "more immersive and thrilling gameplay experience" than even the previous very popular Marvel Zombies mode. More info is coming soon.Hellfire Gala skins Screenshot by Destructoid New Hellfire Gala looks for Magik, Gambit, Moon Knight, Emma Frost, and Phoenix will be added on April 23. The 2025 vote winner, Emma Frost, will have her skin available for free, with players only needing to play matches to claim it. The 2026 vote is coming, too, so be ready to decide who gets a new costume next year.Path to Doomsday event Screenshot by Destructoid A celebration of the 2012 Marvel's Avengers film will bring a new 1-vs-6 PvE mode and movie viewings in Times Square. The event begins on April 30, right around the movie's 14th anniversary. It's the beginning part of a series of MCU collabs leading up to the release of Avengers: Doomsday in December. This article will be updated with new info as it becomes available. The post Marvel Rivals season 7.5 early patch notes – Black Cat, new PvE modes, and more appeared first on Destructoid.

Apr 14, 2026 - 23:44

Marvel Rivals season 7.5 early patch notes – Black Cat, new PvE modes, and more

Black Cat is set to arrive in Marvel Rivals this week, but the impending season 7.5 update includes way more than the sultry catsuited thief.

A new PvE mode, new skins, hero balancing changes, the 2026 Hellfire Gala event, a Loki vs. Avengers mode, and more are also on the way, making for a pretty substantial mid-season update to supplement the season that already added White Fox.

Here's a peek at what to expect when the update goes live on April 17.

Table of contents

Marvel Rivals season 7.5 patch notes

Marvel Rivals season 7.5 patch notes

Screenshot by Destructoid

New Duelist: Black Cat

The master thief has "incredible mobility" and "can weave through the battlefield with ease." She's able to wall climb, double jump, and steal the enemy team's "Fortune" to buff her own power. Her Ultimate ability allows her to "strike like a phantom, instantly dashing to any target to deal lethal damage."

Her thief skills will be on display, allowing her to put treasures from her endeavors on the battlefield, boosting her abilities and giving "unexpected tactical advantages" to her team.

Hero buffs and nerfs

Stay tuned for the official list of hero balance changes coming in the update later today.

New team-up ability

Lucky Loan
- Black Cat, White Fox, Captain America
  - Black Cat (anchor) provides White Fox and Captain America with luck to boost their abilities. White Fox receives a boost to her life energy, allowing her to launch multiple spectral fox tails that can hone in allies and slowing enemies. Captain America's vibranium shield gets a buff, increasing his deflection capabilities and blocking shield size.

New PvE mode: Blood Hunt

Screenshot by Destructoid A new story-based mode will arrive on April 23, bringing four boss battles, a new progression and trait system, and even a new loot system, NetEase promises a "more immersive and thrilling gameplay experience" than even the previous very popular Marvel Zombies mode. More info is coming soon.

Hellfire Gala skins

Screenshot by Destructoid New Hellfire Gala looks for Magik, Gambit, Moon Knight, Emma Frost, and Phoenix will be added on April 23. The 2025 vote winner, Emma Frost, will have her skin available for free, with players only needing to play matches to claim it. The 2026 vote is coming, too, so be ready to decide who gets a new costume next year.

Path to Doomsday event

Screenshot by Destructoid A celebration of the 2012 Marvel's Avengers film will bring a new 1-vs-6 PvE mode and movie viewings in Times Square. The event begins on April 30, right around the movie's 14th anniversary. It's the beginning part of a series of MCU collabs leading up to the release of Avengers: Doomsday in December.

This article will be updated with new info as it becomes available.

The post Marvel Rivals season 7.5 early patch notes – Black Cat, new PvE modes, and more appeared first on Destructoid.

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