Marvel Teases Swimsuit Skins for Rivals in Summer Comic Special

Marvel is gearing up for another thrilling Swimsuit Special comic book release, and it seems that NetEase Games’ Marvel Rivals is set to dive into the summer festivities with its own collection of swimsuit skins.

A recent post on the Marvel website has teased what could lead to the long-awaited introduction of Marvel Rivals swimsuit cosmetics. The announcement promises that Marvel will return to the beloved series with Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, and Rivals #1 on July 9. This issue will offer Earth’s Mightiest Heroes a well-deserved respite from their world-saving duties, but the real excitement comes from Marvel's hint that this run will showcase sneak peeks at designs for Marvel Rivals.

Marvel Swimsuit Special art. Image courtesy of Marvel.

The description for the Marvel Swimsuit Special reads, “Roxxon Comics is at it again when they release their own UNAUTHORIZED SWIMSUIT SPECIAL. 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 remains tight-lipped about the specific launch date for these summer designs and which characters will be featured, it’s reasonable to infer that some form of summer-themed cosmetics could be included, given the special's focus. As we approach the release, we'll hopefully gain more insights into how these designs tie into Marvel Rivals.

Since its launch in December, Marvel Rivals has quickly captivated multiplayer gaming enthusiasts across PC and consoles with its competitive edge and expansive roster of characters. While some players focus on climbing the ranks, others are eagerly awaiting news on NetEase’s post-launch plans, particularly the much-anticipated Marvel Rivals swimsuit collection, which now appears to be on the horizon.

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Hints about the timing of the swimsuit skins' release can be gleaned from recent developments. Marvel Rivals Season 2 introduced Emma Frost and the Hellfire Gala just last week, with the season slated to conclude in approximately three months. This suggests that the new outfits might debut with Season 3, likely around July or August, aligning perfectly with NetEase’s planned schedule and allowing fans to enjoy the summer vibes before the season ends.

Alongside Season 3, NetEase is set to roll out new post-launch plans, shifting to shorter, two-month seasons. This means players can expect a new playable hero to be introduced monthly. For further insights into Marvel Rivals, you can explore the amusing April Fools' Day emote featuring Venom twerking, or click here to discover how NetEase canonized an infamous Moon Knight meme.