Marvel Rivals continues to get plenty of attention, and with the launch of a new limited-time game mode, several balance changes have also been made.
Now deep into Season 3.5, players will be forgiven for starting to look ahead to Season 4 and wondering what’s in store, but the launch of Klyntar’s Resource Rumble mode should keep you busy for the time being.
It’s worth keeping on top of all the balance changes, however, so you’re familiar with all the buffs and nerfs. We’ve got all the details for you here.
All Marvel Rivals August 20 Buffs & Nerfs
The Marvel Rivals balance changes on August 20 impact three heroes, with Blade, recently added at the start of Season 3.5, given a buff, while Human Torch and Loki receive a nerf.
Blade has boosted Lifesteal gained during Bloodline Awakening, boosted from 60% to 65%, while the self-healing reduction has been lowered from 40% to 35%.
Meanwhile, Human Torch’s Flame Field damage over time has been reduced to 20/s from 25/s, with Pyro-Prison damage also reduced from 50/s to 40/s.
In the Strategist department, Loki’s Mythical Missile damage dealt by the God of Mischief and his illusions has been reduced from 30 to 25, although healing for teammates remains unchanged.
All other characters in the game remain untouched, though don’t expect it to remain that way for long as the big end of season balance patch is now just a few weeks out.
Full Marvel Rivals Version 20250821 Patch Notes
The full patch notes are below, as shared on the official website.
Duelist
Blade
The Daywalker’s resilience just slightly leveled up. Blade’s got more staying power for those midnight brawls!
– Increase Lifesteal gained during Bloodline Awakening from 60% to 65%. Reduce self-healing reduction from 40% to 35%.
Human Torch
Johnny Storm’s heat is still on, but his flame’s been dialed back just enough for ground heroes to catch their breath!
– Reduce Flame Field (right-click on terrain) Damage Over Time from 25/s to 20/s.
– Reduce Pyro-Prison Damage Over Time from 50/s to 40/s.
Strategist
Loki
The God of Mischief and his illusions are a tad less punishing!
– Reduce Mystical Missile damage dealt by Loki and his illusions to enemies from 30 to 25. (Healing for teammates remains unchanged.)
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For more Marvel Rivals, check out our exclusive stories on characters being planned for the next year, and take a look at Guangguang’s comments on future collabs.
