Marvel Rivals Patch Notes: Free Wolverine Skin & More!

Get ready, Marvel Rivals fans! NetEase Games is spoiling us with a massive mid-season update, bringing a thrilling Hellfire Gala Moments event to Krakoa. This isn't just any event; it's your chance to snag a free Wolverine Patch costume! This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about the update, including how to unlock this awesome new skin.

How to Get the Free Wolverine Patch Costume

Unlocking the Wolverine Patch skin is easier than you think. You'll need to complete three acts within the Hellfire Gala Moments event. Once you finish all three, the skin is yours! Here's the breakdown:

• Act 1: Explore Krakoa – Collect 180 Chrono Tokens by visiting specific locations on the Krakoa map. Locations include The Green Lagoon, A Flying Dragon?, and Krakoa’s Next Gen.
• Act 2: Hellfire Trading Company Gifts – Complete missions to earn X-Coins, then open four Gala Gifts on the event page for rewards.
• Act 3: Gala Star Vote – Earn voting tokens through missions and cast at least 10 votes in the Gala Star Vote. You'll get a gallery card and complete the Wolverine skin quest. Choose wisely – your vote helps determine next year’s Hellfire Gala skins!

Event Timing & Rewards

The Hellfire Gala Moments event runs from May 2, 2025, at 9:00 AM UTC, to May 23, 2025, at 9:00 AM UTC. That's three weeks to claim your rewards!

Besides the Wolverine Patch costume, you can earn other rewards throughout the acts:

• Act 1: 180 Chrono Tokens
• Act 2: Emma Frost “To me, my X-Men” Emote + Mystery Gifts
• Act 3: Gallery Card (your choice from several Marvel characters)

Marvel Rivals April 30th Patch Notes: Beyond the Gala

The April 30th patch isn't just about the Hellfire Gala. It also includes:

• New Bundles: Winter Soldier’s Thunderbolts bundle and a Black Panther bundle hit the in-game store.
• Costume Optimizations: Improvements to Thor's "Lord of Asgard" and Doctor Strange's "Multiverse of Madness" costumes.
• Bug Fixes: Numerous fixes addressing glitches across various heroes, maps, and game modes. These fixes impact Wolverine, The Thing, Cloak & Dagger, Star-Lord, Mister Fantastic, and Ascender, among others.
• Balance Changes: Significant buffs to Strategist heroes and nerfs to some Vanguards and Duelists to shake up the meta. Check the full patch notes for specific adjustments.

Conclusion

The Marvel Rivals April 30th update is a game-changer. The Hellfire Gala Moments event offers a fantastic opportunity to get a free Wolverine skin alongside other rewards. Don't miss out – jump into the game, complete the acts, and claim your prize before May 23rd! And while you're at it, explore the new bundles, optimized costumes, and bug fixes. Let us know in the comments which rewards you're most excited about!