The screen swam with chaotic neon. One minute you’re dodging laser katana strikes, the next you’re blinded by a supernova of healing particles. It was like fighting inside a malfunctioning disco ball until the latest Marvel Rivals patch arrived, bringing order to the vibrant pandemonium.
The developers at NetEase Games clearly listened to the community’s feedback after Season 6 because the January 22nd update is all about refinement. Deadpool’s VFX are getting a serious makeover, and Times Square is about to host the wildest party this side of the Chronoverse. Ready to see what’s new?
Marvel Rivals Update 20260122 Patch Notes
It was January 21st, 2026, and my feed was blowing up with complaints about visual clutter. Now, the latest Marvel Rivals patch is live as of January 22, 2026, at 9 AM UTC. Log in and the changes should be waiting for you. No server downtime, just pure, unadulterated superhero action.
Times Square – Disco Night
Luna Snow’s influence continues to grow. In celebration of her 8th Anniversary, Times Square is getting a subterranean upgrade: the Disco Ballroom. This isn’t just a map tweak; it’s a whole vibe. Heroes and superfans are invited to cut loose and celebrate across timelines.
Event Starts: January 23, 2026, 02 AM UTC
Dust off those emotes; you’ll need them.
Where Can I Find the New Bundles?
Bundles are rotating into the in-game store faster than you can say “multiverse.” Here’s what you need to know about the latest offerings:
New In Store
- Luna Snow – Disco Pop Bundle
- Thor – Boogie Bolt Bundle
Limited Time: January 23, 2026, 2 AM UTC to February 20, 2026, 02 AM UTC
- Take a Seat Emote Combo Bundle
- New Animation For:
Bruce Banner - Luna Snow – Disco Pop Chroma and Ultimate Ability VFX
- Thor – Boogie Bolt Chroma and Ultimate Ability VFX
- Luna Snow – Disco Pop Emoji Bundle
- New Animation For:
Available From: January 23, 2026, at 2 AM UTC
- Peni Parker – Snow-SP//dr Bundle
- Star-Lord – Starcracker Bundle
- Daredevil – Not Daredevil Bundle
- Cloak & Dagger – Ice Pas De Deux Bundle
- Thor – God of Winter Bundle
Have been extended until January 30, 2026, at 2 AM UTC
- Loki – Lady Loki Bundle
Has been extended until February 6, 2026, at 2 AM UTC
Fixes and Optimizations
Bugs are like weeds in a digital garden; they need constant attention. Here’s what the team has been pruning:
All Platforms
- Ban/Pick Glitch: The spectator mode was a mess of scrambled data. This should be resolved.
- Proficiency Unleashed: Grinding feels less grindy now. You should earn Proficiency faster.
- +30% Proficiency for Quick Match and Competitive Permanent Missions from Lord and beyond!
- +5 Repeatable attempts for Arcade Daily Missions!
Maps & Modes
- Yggdrasill Traffic Jam, No More!
- Wider passageways should prevent the mission vehicle from getting stuck.
What Exactly Did They Change With Deadpool?
Deadpool’s original VFX were a bit much, even for the Merc with a Mouth. The changes should lead to a less visually cluttered experience.
Heroes
Deadpool’s VFX Makeover
- Strategist Deadpool Hype Healing: The healing visual effects triggered by katana strikes have been polished.
- Vanguard Deadpool’s Hardcore Trial: Bonus Health visual effects are clearer.
- Katana Afterparty: Improved trailing and afterimage effects when acing their ultimate with katana.
- Deadpool’s Screen Scene: Adjusted visual clutter from the ‘Deadpool In Your Area’ ability. The idea is maximum effort, sub-maximum interference!
- The team said they will be keeping an eye on any VFX that could cause serious interference and continue to polish them.
Other Heroes
- Phoenix’s Hot Potato: Phoenix’s ultimate should no longer be destroyed by teammates’ projectiles.
- Marvel Moment Mishap: Addressed an issue where a hero wouldn’t get Ultimate Ability charge after scoring a terrain KO on an opponent affected by another Ultimate Ability (like Emma Frost’s).
This patch is a welcome tune-up. Marvel Rivals is a complex symphony of abilities and effects, and sometimes individual instruments need to be brought into harmony. The developers are conducting well, but is it enough to keep you logging in?