The bus swerves violently as Deadpool guns the engine, a cacophony of alien screeches filling the air. He glances back, a manic grin plastered across his face: “Road trip!” But this wasn’t just any school bus, and these weren’t your typical students, this was a high-speed escape from the Collector’s Museum. The latest update to *Marvel Rivals* promises exactly that kind of adrenaline rush, so get ready, because a tidal wave of content hits servers on January 29.
As detailed in the Season 6 roadmap, the patch introduces the Museum of Contemplation map and a 1v1 dueling arena in Times Square. Plus, there’s a new event called Flight Mode! World Tour, complete with its own premium pass.
Rounding out the update are key fixes, including a welcome suppression of the constant chatter between Deadpool and Galacta. The complete *Marvel Rivals* January 29 patch notes break down everything you need to know.
Marvel Rivals Version 20260129 Patch Notes
The smell of old books always calms me; walking into a library is like stepping into a time machine. The January 29, 2026, update for *Marvel Rivals*—scheduled to drop at 9 AM UTC—is much the same. The update will roll out seamlessly, without forcing a server shutdown. Simply log in after the update to access the new content.
All New Content
New Map: Museum of Contemplation
It’s time to head to the Museum of Contemplation. You’ll join Deadpool as he pilots a school bus packed with liberated creatures in a daring escape. Can they reach the Contemplator’s Garden and escape the Coliseum of the Elders, or will chaos (as it so often does) prevail? It sounds like a recipe for maximum fun, with a minimum survival guarantee!
New Mode: The Clobberin’ Club
Beneath the glittering lights of Times Square, a different kind of spectacle awaits. The Clobberin’ Club is opening its doors, offering a dedicated 1v1 arena to test your mettle. Think of it like fight club, but with superheroes.
New Event Flight Mode! World Tour
The Flight Mode! World Tour event runs from January 29, 2026, at 9 AM UTC to February 19, 2026, at 9 AM UTC.
Complete missions to earn Hela’s Disco of the Dead costume for FREE! The premium pass also unlocks Spider-Man’s Groovy Swing costume, Psylocke’s Psychedelic Pulse costume, and more! Time to boogie!
Times Square: Disco Night!
I remember the first time I saw someone busking in Times Square, they were belting out a Sinatra tune like they owned the place. This week, Psylocke, Hela, and Spider-Man are claiming the spotlight in Times Square’s underground Disco, sporting new costumes and handing out gifts. The first time you join the Disco and groove alongside any of these headliners after the update, you’ll receive a reward of 100 Units. Get ready to dance and dominate.
What kind of rewards can I expect in the Marvel Rivals Disco Night event?
Participating in the Disco Night event will get you a special reward of 100 Units the first time you dance alongside Psylocke, Hela, or Spider-Man after the update. Think of it as a thank you for joining the party.
New In Store
- Angela – Ace of Spades Bundle
- Emma Frost – Queen of Diamonds Bundle
- Psylocke – Psychedelic Pulse Costume Chroma
- Take a Seat Emote Combo Bundle
- New Animation For Doctor Strange
Available starting January 30, 2026, at 2 AM UTC.
Costume Visual Upgrades
- Luna’s Disco Pop Glasses Off: Luna Snow’s Disco Pop costume now features a “Remove” option for her glasses. All owners of this costume automatically gain access to this option.
- Anti-Venom Evolution: Venom’s Anti-Venom costume abilities have received visual upgrades, with his skin tone now matching the Anti-Venom aesthetic.
Fixes and Optimizations
Sometimes the smallest tweaks make the biggest difference; a smoother user interface can enhance the entire experience. The January 29 patch delivers on a number of fixes, on all platforms:
All Platforms
- Deadpool & Galacta Banter: The frequency of Deadpool and Galacta’s voice lines has been reduced; now only Deadpool hears their inside jokes.
Console
- Disco Drama: Broadcast visuals in the Disco club have been improved.
- Gambit’s Haptic Hiatus: Controller vibration has been added to Gambit’s actions.
- Menu Mysteries: System menu entries now differentiate between Deadpool’s roles.
What are some key hero adjustments in the new patch?
The latest patch contains a few important changes to heroes’ abilities. Angela’s health absorption and Hela’s Astral Flock landing spot have both been adjusted.
Heroes
- Angela’s Aggressive Absorption: An issue where Angela gained excess health when attacking in the Divine Judgement Zone has been fixed.
- Hela’s Astral Slip-Up: An issue causing Hela’s Astral Flock landing spot to be inconsistent has been resolved.
That’s everything in the latest *Marvel Rivals* patch. This is your chance to get wild with new maps, modes, cosmetics, and fixes, with the premium content costing extra (pricing not available). With a wealth of new content in this update, are the developers giving players what they really want?