The anticipation for new characters in Marvel Rivals is growing, with players eagerly waiting for updates. NetEase seems to be teasing new heroes frequently, and the latest hints point to two new X-Men joining the roster soon.
While they didn't appear explicitly in the patch notes, Gambit and Rogue were spotted in the background of the hero image for the update dated 2025/11/06. Their presence was subtle, hidden behind the familiar silhouette of Black Panther, but a careful look revealed the iconic duo.
“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.”
With Marvel Rivals Season 4 ending on November 14, 2025, the introduction of new heroes fits perfectly as a soft launch for Season 5. The ongoing question remains which roles Gambit and Rogue will fulfill, especially since previous seasons featured an unbalanced number of Duelists compared to Vanguards and Strategists.
NetEase appears focused on balancing the roster through the seasons, working to bridge the gap between hero types. Gambit and Rogue’s addition likely continues this trend, potentially offering new gameplay dynamics in the coming season.
Author's summary: New Marvel Rivals heroes Gambit and Rogue have been subtly teased in a background image, signaling their upcoming debut and raising curiosity about their roles in Season 5.