Marvel Rivals: Wong's Potential Arrival Sparks Fan Speculation
A newly discovered Easter egg in the upcoming Marvel Rivals Season 1 has ignited speculation among players about the potential addition of Wong to the game's roster. The game, a multiplayer hero shooter boasting over 10 million players in its first 72 hours, is set to launch Season 1, "Eternal Night," on January 10th.
Season 1 introduces Dracula as the main antagonist, leading to predictions of a supernatural theme featuring characters like Blade and the confirmed addition of the Fantastic Four (including their villainous counterparts, the Maker and Malice, as alternate skins).
Reddit user fugo_hate, on r/marvelrivals, highlighted a brief glimpse of a Wong painting in the trailer for the new Sanctum Sanctorum map. This subtle reference to Doctor Strange's mystical ally has fueled speculation about Wong's potential future inclusion as a playable character, sparking discussions about his possible magic-based abilities.
While the painting could simply be a tribute to a key ally within the context of the Sanctum Sanctorum map—which is rife with Marvel universe cameos—the possibility of a playable Wong is exciting for fans. Wong's popularity has soared in recent years thanks to Benedict Wong's MCU portrayal, following previous appearances in games like Marvel: Ultimate Alliance, Marvel Contest of Champions, Marvel Snap, and LEGO Marvel Superheroes 2.
Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night arrives later this week, introducing three new locations, the Doom Match mode, and the playable Fantastic Four. The mystery of Wong's potential inclusion, however, remains to be seen.
