You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you're reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games here Season 2.5 of Marvel Rivals will be one of the biggest updates the game has ever had. Ultron, a new Strategist, is coming to the game, along with a new Convoy map. NetEase will also release numerous UI improvements, balance changes, and new features. One of these will be a so-called Combat Chest, which is Marvel Rivals’ twist on loot boxes. The game developer has revealed a couple of details on how this is going to work. For now, it appears that this is a mix of a loot box and a Battle Pass. These chests will come in two versions, and to get the premium version, you will have to upgrade it with in-game currency. Is Marvel Rivals adding loot boxes? The next Marvel Rivals update will be one of the biggest. It will add a significant amount of new content, refreshing the game and making it more interesting. NetEase has already revealed the patch notes, which also mention Combat Chests. These will essentially be loot boxes that include cosmetic items and will be available for a limited time. The game developer revealed that Combat Chests will include costumes, emojis, mood icons, and other rewards. It will be possible to level it up by earning XP in matches. Furthermore, Combat Chests will have a premium version that includes even more rewards. However, we currently don’t know how much this version is going to cost. Season 2.5 brings lots of new content, including Ultron. Image by VideoGamer The Combat Chest will go live in Marvel Rivals on the first day of Season 2.5, May 30, and remain available until July 11. While we’ll need to wait a bit longer to learn the full details of how the system functions, it appears to be another method of rewarding active players with cosmetic items, which is a welcome addition. The big update will also bring a free skin for Hawkeye, which looks amazing! Marvel Rivals Platform(s): macOS, PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X Genre(s): Fighting, Shooter Subscribe to our newsletters! By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime. Share