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After some criticism, Marvel Rivals is planning to make Season 7 one of its biggest content releases yet. This update will include the most extensive changes to hero buffs and nerfs since the game launched. Major balance adjustments are coming, such as reducing how much energy heroes gain for their Ultimate ability, making it harder to activate their most powerful skills. Additional changes are also planned, making this patch very important, and likely to significantly change how the game plays.
Many of the patch notes for Season 7 show that players are unhappy with some overpowered strategies in the game, like teams with three Support heroes called “triple support” lineups, which rely heavily on Strategists. In response, the developers are implementing more character bans in competitive matches and reducing crowd control effects on certain abilities. The biggest impact, however, comes from changes to hero balance.
Every Hero Nerfed in Season 7
There are bigger nerfs than ever before, especially targeting characters considered “broken” by players. The developers listened to community feedback, so most of the commonly used heroes have had their power reduced to encourage more varied team compositions.
While initial reactions to these nerfs have been mixed, an emergency patch was released on March 19, 2026, to address some concerns. More tweaks, both buffs and nerfs, followed as the developers responded to player feedback.
Below are tables listing some of the heroes who received nerfs and how these changes affect their roles in matches:
Note: The changes to popular heroes like Angela, Daredevil, and Deadpool in the Vanguard role are likely to be felt most. Heroes like Gambit and Elsa Bloodstone, known for their powerful abilities, were also heavily nerfed in an effort to make the game more balanced.
Every Hero Buffed in Season 7
Although there are fewer buffs, they are significant for certain characters. Some heroes who were nerfed earlier received improvements to other abilities, ensuring they remain viable choices. These adjustments help heroes rebound from previous weaknesses, even those who had their powers reduced in earlier patches.
The following table highlights the key buffs for each hero:
Undoubtedly, Black Panther, Scarlet Witch, Hulk, and Blade are some of the biggest winners with these buffs. Black Panther, in particular, got quality-of-life improvements after some initial negative feedback, while Hulk and Blade saw major enhancements to their abilities, making them much stronger than before.
Team-Up Balance Changes in Season 7
Some team synergies have been removed to make room for new combinations, reflecting the addition of a new hero. Two previous team-ups were retired:
- Duality Dance (Adam Warlock + Luna Snow)
- Jeff-Nado (Jeff the Land Shark + Storm)
In their place, new team-ups were introduced featuring Adam Warlock, Luna Snow, Storm, and a new hero named White Fox. These new alliances offer different abilities, such as:
- Cosmic Cyclone (Adam Warlock + Storm): Storm boosts Adam Warlock’s healing trail, aiding allies.
- Blessing of the Kumiho (White Fox + Luna Snow): White Fox gains increased healing, and Luna Snow can charm and damage enemies with a spirit fox companion.
Overall, Season 7 brings many major updates, and players will want to pay close attention—especially if their favorite characters are affected. While not every change is met with satisfaction, this season represents a strong effort by the developers to listen to the community and improve the game.
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