Marvel Teases Swimsuit Skins for Rivals in Summer Comic Special

Marvel is gearing up for its next *Swimsuit Special* comic book release, and it seems that NetEase Games’ *Marvel Rivals* won’t be left out of the summer excitement. Exciting hints about what could lead to the arrival of highly anticipated swimsuit cosmetics in *Marvel Rivals* were revealed in a recent post on the official Marvel website. The announcement confirms that Marvel will bring back its beloved *Swimsuit Special* series on July 9 with *Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, and Rivals #1*. While the storyline gives Earth’s Mightiest Heroes a well-deserved break from saving the world, the bigger takeaway is that this release teases exclusive design previews tied directly to *Marvel Rivals*.

“Roxxon Comics is at it again when they release their own UNAUTHORIZED SWIMSUIT SPECIAL,” reads the description of the upcoming issue. “Wasp is on the case and seizes the opportunity for Marvel’s heroes to do their OWN swimwear fashion shoot all over the world! But fear not, True Believers, we know what you’re REALLY here for! This super-sized special features splash page after splash page of gorgeous art, but with a story so you can pretend you’re ‘reading it for the articles…’”

While Marvel hasn’t revealed exact details about when these summer-inspired designs might appear in-game or which characters will receive the beach-ready treatment, fans are already connecting the dots. Although the post doesn’t officially confirm a dedicated swimsuit skin collection for *Marvel Rivals*, the thematic alignment strongly suggests that such cosmetic content may soon hit the game.

Since its December launch, *Marvel Rivals* has captured the attention of multiplayer enthusiasts across PC and consoles. Its fast-paced gameplay and diverse roster of heroes have kept players engaged, whether they're climbing leaderboards or experimenting with new team comps. However, many fans are just as eager—perhaps even more so—about what’s coming post-launch. One of the most talked-about expectations among players is the potential arrival of a swimsuit-themed cosmetic set, and now, thanks to the *Swimsuit Special* news, those hopes seem closer than ever to becoming reality.

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As for timing, there are some notable indicators pointing toward a possible summer release. Recently, *Marvel Rivals* Season 2 introduced Emma Frost and the Hellfire Gala to the battlefield. With the season expected to wrap up in roughly three months, it's reasonable to anticipate that the swimsuit cosmetics will arrive alongside Season 3, likely launching between July and August. This window aligns with NetEase’s previously stated roadmap while giving fans plenty of time to enjoy the summer-themed content before the season ends.

Season 3 also marks the beginning of NetEase’s updated post-launch strategy. Instead of the traditional three-month seasonal cycle, future seasons will be shortened to two months each. This change means fresh content—including at least one brand-new playable hero—will drop every month moving forward.

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