Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night Falls – A Deep Dive into the Darkhold Battle Pass
Get ready for the chilling debut of Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night Falls, launching January 10th at 1 AM PST! This season plunges players into a gothic horror-themed experience dominated by Dracula, with Doctor Doom taking a temporary backseat. The Fantastic Four lead the charge against Dracula's forces after Doctor Strange falls victim to a cunning trap.
The Darkhold Battle Pass, priced at 990 Lattice (approximately $10), offers a wealth of rewards. Complete the pass to earn 600 Lattice and 600 Units, usable for future cosmetic purchases or battle passes. Ten exclusive skins headline the rewards, alongside sprays, nameplates, emotes, and MVP animations. A key benefit: the pass doesn't expire, allowing completion at your own pace.
A Closer Look at the Season 1 Battle Pass Skins:
The battle pass boasts a visually striking collection of skins, each reflecting the season's dark aesthetic:
- Loki: All-Butcher
- Moon Knight: Blood Moon Knight
- Rocket Raccoon: Bounty Hunter
- Peni Parker: Blue Tarantula
- Magneto: King Magnus (House of M inspired)
- Namor: Savage Sub-Mariner
- Iron Man: Blood Edge Armor (Dark Souls-esque)
- Adam Warlock: Blood Soul
- Scarlet Witch: Emporium Matron
- Wolverine: Blood Berserker (Van Helsing inspired)
The dark and moody atmosphere extends beyond the skins. New maps feature a menacing blood moon hanging over New York City, enhancing the overall gothic feel. Loki's All-Butcher skin, Moon Knight's stark black and white costume, and Wolverine's vampire hunter-inspired design perfectly encapsulate this aesthetic.
While the battle pass is generating significant excitement, the absence of skins for the newly introduced Fantastic Four (Invisible Woman and Mister Fantastic) has surprised some players. Cosmetics for these characters will be available through the in-game shop.
Despite this minor point, the abundance of new content promises an exciting season for Marvel Rivals. The innovative skins, atmospheric maps, and engaging storyline have fans eagerly anticipating what NetEase Games has in store for the future.
