Fans Believe Marvel Rivals Map Easter Egg Teases Next Hero

Marvel Rivals: Wong's Potential Arrival Hints at a Supernatural Season

Speculation is rife among Marvel Rivals players regarding the potential addition of Wong to the game's roster. This speculation stems from a recently released trailer showcasing the new Sanctum Sanctorum map. A brief glimpse of a painting depicting Doctor Strange's mystical ally, Wong, has ignited this debate within the community.

The game, a hit since its launch with over 10 million players in its first 72 hours, is gearing up for Season 1: Eternal Night, launching January 10th. This season introduces Dracula as the main antagonist, leading many to anticipate a focus on supernatural Marvel characters. The Fantastic Four's inclusion, along with villainous alternate skins for Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman (the Maker and Malice, respectively), further fuels this expectation.

Reddit user fugo_hate on r/marvelrivals highlighted the Wong painting in the Sanctum Sanctorum trailer, sparking discussion about his potential as a playable character. The painting's style seems directly inspired by Benedict Wong's MCU portrayal, adding weight to the speculation. The question now turns to what his unique magic-based abilities might entail in the game.

While the painting might simply be an Easter egg referencing Doctor Strange's ally within the thematically appropriate Sanctum Sanctorum map (itself brimming with supernatural Marvel references), the possibility of a playable Wong is exciting for fans. Wong's popularity has soared in recent years thanks to Benedict Wong's MCU performances, and he's previously appeared in various Marvel games, albeit often in non-playable roles (Marvel: Ultimate Alliance, Marvel Contest of Champions, Marvel Snap, and LEGO Marvel Superheroes 2).

Season 1's launch this week will bring three new locations, a new Doom Match mode, and the playable Fantastic Four. Whether Wong joins the fray remains to be seen, but the anticipation is palpable.