Fantastic Four Join Battle in Marvel Rivals Launch

The new season of our favorite game has kicked off with an exciting addition: the Fantastic Four characters! With a total of 33 heroes already introduced in just a month, it's thrilling to see the developers continue to innovate with this iconic quartet. Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman have already joined the fray, with Thing and Human Torch set to bolster the team later as a tank and a duelist, respectively. They'll also be part of the Team-Up Fantastic Four, enhancing the gameplay dynamics significantly.

Who Are the New Heroes?

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The first heroes to be added are **Mister Fantastic** and **Invisible Woman**. Their teammates, Thing and Human Torch, will soon follow, adding more depth to the Fantastic Four's presence in the game. Team-Up bonuses will enhance Invisible Woman's healing capabilities and grant Mister Fantastic an ability to quickly restore lost health, making them even more valuable on the battlefield.

Invisible Woman

Invisible Woman brings a fresh perspective to the support role, which has been somewhat limited in the game. Her ability to shoot through multiple characters, dealing damage to enemies while healing allies, is particularly effective in crowded scenarios. However, her shots have a limited range, so staying close to teammates is key.

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Invisible Woman's ability to turn invisible is unique, though it requires her to avoid using abilities, attacking, or being attacked for 6 seconds—a tall order in the heat of battle. However, once invisible, she can heal herself, adding a strategic layer to her gameplay. A double jump offers a quicker way to become invisible, serving as an excellent escape mechanism.

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Using the right mouse button, Invisible Woman can deploy a shield for an ally, which, while fragile, provides healing to those around it. Her ability to attract and repel opponents adds versatility to her defensive and offensive strategies. She can also shoot a sphere that pulls enemies into an area and deals damage, making her a formidable force in controlling narrow passages.

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A sequence of three melee attacks pushes opponents away, though this move is risky and often impractical in combat. Her ultimate ability creates a healing and invisibility zone for the team, but its stationary nature can make it vulnerable to area attacks from enemies.

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Overall, Invisible Woman is a balanced character, not outshining top-tier supports like Luna Snow and Mantis but offering unique tactical advantages that can significantly benefit her team.

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Mister Fantastic

Mister Fantastic brings a fun and unique playstyle to the game, thanks to his stretchable abilities. His attacks can reach enemies at a medium range, and by aiming sideways during an attack, his fists can hit multiple targets.

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As he uses abilities and attacks, Mister Fantastic's meter fills up, triggering an inflated form when full. In this state, he deals more damage and becomes more durable, making him a formidable presence on the battlefield.

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His "Shift" ability allows him to absorb damage for a few seconds before releasing it back at opponents, adding a strategic element to his defensive capabilities. Mister Fantastic can also attract characters, gaining a temporary shield, whether it's an ally or an enemy, making him versatile in both offense and defense.

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Using the right mouse button, he can stretch his arm to immobilize an opponent, then either pull them closer or grab another to throw them into the air, adding to his crowd control abilities.

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Mister Fantastic's ultimate ability involves a jump followed by a powerful area attack that slows down opponents. If he hits at least one, he can repeat the attack, similar to Bucky's ultimate but with different strategic uses.

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Mister Fantastic straddles the line between a duelist and a tank, offering strong but not top-tier performance in both roles.

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The initial impressions of both heroes are overwhelmingly positive. The developers are clearly focused on creating unique and engaging characters, and we eagerly await the arrival of Thing and Human Torch later in the season to see how they further enhance the Fantastic Four's impact on the game.

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