Marvel Rivals Leak: The Hood Set to Join as Vanguard in Upcoming Update
- Yashna Talwar
- January 21, 2025 (UPDATED: January 21, 2025 12:11 IST)
Marvel Rivals is set to expand its roster with The Hood, a rumored Vanguard hero bringing unique abilities and much-needed balance to the game. Learn more about his potential impact and release timeline.
Marvel Rivals has been expanding its roster since its record-breaking launch, and now leaks suggest The Hood is next in line to join the game. Notably, the villain is rumored to fill the under-represented Vanguard role, which could help even out the game’s roster balance.
Marvel Rivals: A Roster in Need of Balance
When Marvel Rivals launched, it hit the ground running with a stacked roster of 33 heroes and villains. However, the roles were far from evenly distributed. Duelists dominated the lineup with 18 characters, leaving Vanguards and Strategists trailing far behind.
Even the first new hero, Mister Fantastic, added to the overpopulated Duelist role. While upcoming additions like The Thing and The Human Torch aim to spread across roles, it’s clear Vanguards still need more love.
Enter The Hood
Leaks dating back to December 2024 revealed Parker Robbins, aka The Hood, was tied to Marvel Rivals. Known for his dual-wielding guns, cloning abilities, shielding, and demonic transformation, The Hood brings a unique and versatile kit to the game.
Why The Hood as a Vanguard Makes Sense
With his mix of offensive and supportive tools, The Hood is expected to be tankier than a Duelist or Strategist. This would make him perfect for the Vanguard role, providing durability and utility while setting up big plays for his team.
When Can We Expect The Hood?
Though fans are eager for his arrival, The Hood likely won’t appear until Season 2 or later, as Season 1 is still focused on the Fantastic Four lineup. With The Thing and The Human Torch still on the way, the villain will have to wait his turn.
How Will The Hood Impact the Meta?
The Vanguard role has some of the highest win rates in the game, so The Hood’s arrival could shake up the competitive scene. With his versatile abilities, he could introduce new strategies and possibly climb to the top of the meta.
Stay tuned for more updates as we wait to see how The Hood’s addition transforms the Marvel Rivals roster. One thing’s for sure—this villain is bound to make an impact!