Marvel Rivals introduces Black Cat, adding a lethal thief who toys ...
News Marvel Rivals introduces Black Cat, adding a lethal thief who toys with luck and deception
idcgames.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]