Marvel Rivals is making waves by introducing an alternate skin for Wolverine, drawing inspiration from his appearance in the hit movie, Deadpool and Wolverine. As Marvel Rivals prepares for its full launch on December 6, Wolverine is among the most awaited characters to join the fray. Fans of the X-Men’s iconic leader will see him in a revamped outfit featuring a yellow and blue jacket, complemented by a black shirt and dark jeans, in this online multiplayer battle royale by NetEase.
While some of the character designs in Marvel Rivals have been embraced with open arms, Wolverine’s ensemble has sparked mixed reactions. As soon as the Marvel Rivals version of Wolverine was showcased last week, discussions erupted on social media. Some players find the “jacket and tank top” combo too plain, while others have been puzzled over Wolverine’s hairstyle and body proportions. However, there are fans who appreciate this fresh take on Logan, while others are simply looking forward to exploring alternate skins when available.
Gaming enthusiasts have already gotten a preview of one such alternate costume for Wolverine, courtesy of Twitch streamer Sacriel, who checked out the Marvel Rivals Store during a livestream session. Among the skins available at launch is Wolverine’s highly anticipated yellow and blue suit from the Deadpool and Wolverine movie, a design that’s won praise for its faithfulness to the comics. For those eager to cloak Wolverine in this celebrated attire, it’ll be up for grabs for 1800 of Marvel Rivals’ in-game currency, which remains unnamed at the moment.
Marvel Rivals isn’t stopping with just Wolverine in its tribute to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Players can look forward to a host of MCU-inspired skins including Black Widow’s white ensemble from her standalone film, Loki’s iconic green robes from the Disney Plus series, and Scarlet Witch’s look from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. A collection of skins from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 will also be available, featuring Star-Lord, Mantis, Rocket Raccoon, and Groot. Not to mention, fans can also anticipate seeing armored looks for Captain America and Hawkeye, and a ferocious gladiator-inspired “Green Scar” outfit for Hulk.
This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the variety of alternate content available for purchase, and several free Marvel Rivals skins have been confirmed for the game’s launch later this week. With these options, players can customize their favorite heroes’ appearances to suit their tastes, which will no doubt delight many who are less enamored with the default looks, including that of Wolverine.
