The next two Marvel Rivals heroes teased in background image
The excitement for Marvel Rivals continues to build as new heroes appear frequently in teases. Recently, two new X-Men characters were spotted in the background of the latest update's hero image, suggesting they will soon join the roster.
Gambit and Rogue spotted in update visuals
While not explicitly listed in the patch notes, the presence of Gambit and Rogue was revealed upon careful inspection of Marvel Rivals' home news page for the November 6, 2025 version update. Their silhouettes appeared subtly behind the usual Black Panther imagery, indicating their upcoming arrival.
‼️GAMBIT AND ROGUE FIRST LOOK
New heroes coming to Rivals Season 5 was spotted by @mmmmmmmmiller in the patch notes background, and thanks to @badguyjohn they've made a clearer version of the two heroes.
Season transition and speculation on roles
Marvel Rivals Season 4 is set to conclude on November 14, making this the perfect moment to teaser the next heroes. The big curiosity lies not in their identity but in what roles they will play. NetEase's previous seasons have shown a heavy focus on Duelists, with fewer Vanguards and Strategists, suggesting upcoming additions might aim to balance the team composition.
Summary
Marvel Rivals fans are likely to see Gambit and Rogue joining Season 5 soon, marking a strategic move by NetEase to diversify hero roles following Season 4’s conclusion.
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