Marvel Unveils Rivals' Summer Swimsuit Skins

Marvel is gearing up for another sizzling Swimsuit Special comic release, with NetEase Games' Marvel Rivals potentially joining the summer festivities through exclusive swimwear skins.

A recent Marvel website post teased designs that might lead to highly anticipated swimsuit cosmetics in Marvel Rivals. The publisher confirms the Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, and Rivals #1 will debut on July 9, offering Earth's Mightiest Heroes a vacation from world-saving duties. More intriguingly, the comic will showcase sneak peeks at upcoming Marvel Rivals character designs.

"Roxxon Comics strikes again with their unauthorized swimwear edition," the special's description reveals. "Wasp leads Marvel's heroes on a global swimwear photoshoot—but let's be honest, True Believers, you're here for the stunning splash pages we've packed between this actual storyline."

While Marvel hasn't confirmed specific character inclusions or release dates for these summer-themed designs, the swimsuit special's theme strongly suggests seasonal cosmetics are coming. Future announcements will likely clarify the connection between this comic series and Marvel Rivals.

Since its December launch, Marvel Rivals has captivated PC and console players with its competitive gameplay and deep hero roster. While many players strategize for ranked dominance, others eagerly anticipate post-launch content—particularly the long-requested swimsuit collection that now appears imminent.

Season 2's recent Hellfire Gala update featuring Emma Frost provides context for the swimwear release timeline. With Season 3 expected around July-August—aligning perfectly with summer's peak—these tropical outfits could debut alongside NetEase's revamped seasonal structure moving to two-month cycles instead of three. This accelerated schedule promises monthly hero additions alongside seasonal content.

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