Every season in Marvel Rivals brings a fresh theme, and with Season 1 wrapping up, fans are eager to know what’s next. While official details remain scarce, an in-game teaser has seemingly revealed that Season 2 will focus on the Hellfire Gala—a major event in X-Men lore!
The Clue Hidden in Season 1’s Final Lore Page
The biggest hint comes from Season 1’s final lore entry, which states:
“Now if you’ll excuse me, Doom has a gala to attend.”
At first, this might sound like just another line of dialogue, but for Marvel fans, it’s a clear reference to the Hellfire Gala, a famous X-Men storyline where mutants opened their doors to the world for an extravagant celebration of mutant culture.
Marvel Rivals in-game message teases Hellfire Gala for season 2.
— Marvel Rivals Intel (@RivalsAssembled) February 26, 2025
“Now if you’ll excuse me, Doom has a gala to attend.”
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What Does the Hellfire Gala Theme Mean for Season 2?
1. Stunning New Skins
In the comics, every hero at the Gala wore an elegant, high-fashion version of their usual outfit. If Marvel Rivals follows suit, Season 2’s Battle Pass could be packed with stylish, reimagined versions of iconic hero suits.
2. New X-Men Characters?
The Hellfire Gala storyline introduced a new X-Men lineup, featuring characters like:
- Cyclops
- Jean Grey
- Laura Kinney (Wolverine)
- Rogue
With Blade already teased as Season 2’s first new hero, there’s still a mid-season slot open. Given the theme, we could see a mutant join the roster next!
What’s Next for Marvel Rivals?
While nothing has been officially confirmed yet, all signs point to an X-Men-focused Season 2 with jaw-dropping cosmetics and exciting new heroes. Fans won’t have to wait too long, as Marvel Rivals will likely drop more hints soon—so keep an eye out!
