The excitement around Ultron’s arrival in Marvel Rivals is palpable, especially since his announcement followed closely after Emma Frost. Well, the wait is over—NetEase Games has officially confirmed that Ultron will be making his grand debut on May 30, 2025. As we dive into his gameplay, abilities, and timing, you’ll soon see why this character is already generating buzz among fans.
With a proven track record of engaging audiences and optimizing gaming content, you’re in good hands as we explore what Ultron brings to the table in Marvel Rivals.
Ultron Release Date in Marvel Rivals
Mark your calendars! Ultron joins Marvel Rivals right in the heart of Season 2.5, launching at 1:00 AM PST (4:00 AM EDT). Get ready to see Humanity’s Judge in action by checking out the thrilling character reveal trailer below:
Marvel Rivals: Ultron Role and Abilities
As a unique Strategist hero, Ultron introduces a dynamic mix of offense, defensive support, and aerial mobility. Interestingly, he is the first Strategist character able to fly, giving him an impressive edge in vertical combat scenarios. His basic attack releases a continuous energy beam, surpassing even Emma Frost’s and Iron Man’s Unibeam in range.
Ultron’s skillset makes him an invaluable asset on the battlefield. The ability known as Imperative Patch allows him to heal allies from a distance, which is essential for keeping key players like Venom, Spider-Man, Iron Man, or The Thing in the game. When combined with Imperative Firewall, which grants bonus health to patched allies, Ultron stands out as a formidable backline protector and consistent support character.
While healing is part of his toolkit, Ultron truly shines in an aggressive role—supporting dives, dealing damage, and securing strategic locations using drones and energy weapons. His design emphasizes firepower, strategic positioning, and battlefield control over mere healing or brute force.
NetEase has crafted Ultron to be the ultimate high-tech tactician, rewarding players who blend smart plays with offensive strategies. Here’s a closer look at his abilities:
Encephalo-Ray
Use the Primary Fire/Left Mouse Button to unleash a damaging energy beam that inflicts continuous damage on the targeted enemies, similar to Scarlet Witch’s attacks.
Imperative: Patch
Activate Ultron’s healing ability by pressing E. This deploys a drone that will follow a chosen ally, continuously healing nearby teammates while providing extra healing to the targeted hero.
Imperative: Firewall
Press the Secondary Fire/Right Mouse Button to activate a defensive shield that creates a firewall, providing bonus Health to nearby allies, including both Ultron and the ally marked with the Imperative Patch.
Dynamic Flight and Algorithm Correction
Using the Shift button enables Ultron to ascend to higher ground, entering free flight mode. To descend smoothly, hold the Spacebar. This flying mechanic is reminiscent of how Scarlet Witch’s flight operates after her invisibility mode.
Marvel Rivals Ultron Ultimate: Rage of Ultron
Trigger your Q/Ultimate to call upon Ultron’s drones. These drones enhance your impact by firing Encephalo-Rays, damaging adversaries while healing your nearby allies. The drones create an area-of-effect splash effect based on your actions.
Ultron Team-Up Ability in Marvel Rivals
Ultron features an exclusive team-up ability with Iron Man called Stark Protocol. This lets him unleash Iron Man’s Unibeam, delivering a strong, piercing blast that damages enemies and heals allies simultaneously. This synergy is reminiscent of Invisible Woman’s basic attack but offers more consistent burst damage and healing. You’ll be able to master this exciting combo with an Iron Man teammate once Season 2.5 commences.
Will you be ready to embrace chaos with Ultron’s hybrid abilities on May 30? Which Marvel Rivals characters are you eager to team up with him? Share your thoughts in the comments below.