Marvel Rivals Black Cat release date confirmed - FRVR
Marvel Rivals has revealed the Black Cat release date, and here is when the next hero will come to the game.
frvr.comHere’s the latest on Black Cat in Marvel Rivals.
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Release date: Black Cat is scheduled to arrive during Season 7.5, with many sources confirming April 17, 2026 as the official launch date. This mid-season update is part of the Season 7.5 roadmap published by NetEase and Marvel Rivals’ publisher partners.[1][3][5]
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Timing specifics: The update typically goes live around 09:00 UTC, and Black Cat becomes playable shortly after servers go live for the maintenance window. Expect the character to appear on day one of the Season 7.5 patch cycle.[5]
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What to expect: Black Cat is expected to be a high-skill duelist with potential team-up interactions (e.g., possible synergy with Spider-Man) and a new map variant tied to the Season 7.5 theme. Exact kit details were teased in Season 7 roadmap materials ahead of the launch.[3][8]
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Confirmation and coverage: Multiple outlets have reported the April 17, 2026 date, including FRVR’s official update post and GamingTrend’s Season 7.5 reveal coverage. These pieces cite the official Roadmap and Season 7.5 materials.[2][1]
Illustrative note
- If you’re planning in advance, you’ll likely see Black Cat tied to the Tablet of Life and Time Battle Pass and paired with a night-map variant for Lower Manhattan, consistent with the Season 7.5 narrative arc.[7][5]
Would you like a quick checklist for when you should log in on April 17 (UTC time, maintenance window, in-game events), or a brief summary of confirmed kit rumors and how to counter them in your first few games?[3][5]