Marvel Rivals Summer Special Vol. 2 has officially launched its update, bringing a wave of exciting new skins, free emotes, and much-needed performance improvements. The event went live on September 18, 2025, and gives players plenty of reasons to jump back in, whether you’re here for cosmetics, free content, or a smoother gameplay experience.
What’s new in the Marvel Rivals Summer Special Vol. 2 update
The latest event of Marvel Rivals Summer Special Vol. 2 expands the roster of summer-themed costumes, available through both free and premium tracks, as well as the in-game store. Here’s what’s included:
- The Thing – Rocky Tide skin (available on the free track)
- Human Torch – Sunny Sizzler skin (premium track)
- Mantis – Oceanic Harmony skin (premium track)
- Invisible Woman – Azure Shade (shop bundle purchase)
- The Punisher – Aqua Arsenal (shop bundle purchase)
In addition, players can claim a free “Volleyball Bash” group emote combo from September 19–22, 2025, simply by logging in.
Performance fixes and gameplay improvements
Beyond cosmetics, this Marvel Rivals Summer Special Vol. 2 patch focuses on stability and quality of life fixes across platforms:
- PS5: reduced rare performance drops and eliminated screen tearing issues.
- Matchmaking: Quick Match and Arcade games no longer replace players with substitutes near match completion.
- UI stability: fixed issues with hero data display on career and statistics screens.
- Chat adjustments: squad text chat channel removed when solo queueing.
There are also hero-specific fixes that polish individual characters:
- Luna Snow: smoother ultimate ability animations.
- Ultron: improved firing origin for Encephalo-Ray and Nano-Ray attacks.
- Loki: fixed a bug where transforming into Adam Warlock’s costume and being KO’d then revived caused him to revert to default appearance.
Free vs. premium rewards
| Feature | Free track | Premium track |
|---|---|---|
| The Thing – Rocky Tide costume | ✅ Available | — |
| Human Torch – Sunny Sizzler skin | — | ✅ Available |
| Mantis – Oceanic Harmony skin | — | ✅ Available |
| Invisible Woman & Punisher skins | — | Shop purchase required |
Quick things to do so you don’t miss out
- Log in between September 19–22, 2025 to claim the free Volleyball Bash emote combo.
- Play matches during the event to unlock free rewards and progress through the track.
- If you’re aiming for premium skins, ensure you have enough in-game currency or purchase the event pass.
Why Marvel Rivals Summer Special Vol. 2 patch matters
This Marvel Rivals Summer Special Vol. 2 update is more than just fresh cosmetics. The balance of free and premium rewards keeps the community engaged, while meaningful fixes address long-standing complaints about performance and stability. Players on PS5 in particular should notice a smoother, more polished experience. With both free rewards and premium skins, Summer Special Vol. 2 strikes a strong balance between accessibility and exclusivity, ensuring all players get something to enjoy.
Sources and further info
- Official patch notes – Marvel Rivals, September 17, 2025
- Event breakdown and details – MarvelRivals.gg hub
- Community coverage – GameSpot, Game Rant, Sports Illustrated
FAQs Marvel Rivals Summer Special Vol. 2
What is the Marvel Rivals Summer Special Vol. 2 event?
It’s a seasonal event featuring swimsuit-inspired skins, a reward track with free and premium unlocks, and exclusive shop bundles.
When does the Marvel Rivals Summer Special Vol. 2 event start and end?
The event starts on September 18, 2025. The free “Volleyball Bash” emote combo can be claimed until September 22, 2025.
Which skins are free in this update?
The only free event skin is Rocky Tide for The Thing, available through the free track.
How do I get Invisible Woman’s and Punisher’s new skins?
Both the “Azure Shade” and “Aqua Arsenal” skins are available exclusively as shop bundle purchases.
What performance fixes are included in the patch?
The patch improves PS5 performance by reducing drops and screen tearing, fixes hero data display, removes substitute players late in matches, and smooths animations for heroes like Luna Snow and Ultron.
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