Marvel is gearing up for an exciting summer with the release of their latest Swimsuit Special comic book, and it looks like NetEase Games' Marvel Rivals is set to dive into the fun with its own set of swimsuit skins. A recent post on the Marvel website has sparked excitement by teasing the arrival of long-awaited Marvel Rivals swimsuit cosmetics. Scheduled for release on July 9, Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, and Rivals #1 promises to give Earth's Mightiest Heroes a well-deserved break from their world-saving duties. More intriguingly, the comic will offer fans a sneak peek at designs for Marvel Rivals.

Marvel Swimsuit Special art. Image courtesy of Marvel.

"Roxxon Comics is at it again when they release their own UNAUTHORIZED SWIMSUIT SPECIAL," the description for the Marvel Swimsuit Special reads. "Wasp is on the case and seizes the opportunity for Marvel's heroes to do their OWN swimwear fashion shoot all over the world! But fear not, True Believers, we know what you're REALLY here for! This super-sized special features splash page after splash page of gorgeous art, but with a story so you can pretend you're 'reading it for the articles…'"

While Marvel remains tight-lipped about the exact launch date and character lineup for these summer designs, the theme of the special strongly suggests the inclusion of summer-themed cosmetics. We'll keep an eye out for more details on the Marvel Swimsuit Special in the coming months, hoping for more information on how it connects to Marvel Rivals.

Since its launch in December, Marvel Rivals has captivated multiplayer fans on PC and consoles with its competitive gameplay and extensive character roster. As players strategize to climb the ranks, many are eagerly awaiting NetEase's post-launch plans, particularly the much-anticipated Marvel Rivals swimsuit collection. It appears their hopes are on the verge of being realized.

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Looking at the timing for these new outfits, there are hints we can follow. The recent introduction of Emma Frost and the Hellfire Gala with Season 2, which ends in about three months, suggests that the new swimsuits could launch with Season 3 around July or August. This timeline aligns well with NetEase's previously announced schedule and allows fans to enjoy these summer-themed skins before the season ends.

Alongside Season 3, NetEase is rolling out new post-launch strategies, shortening seasons to two months. This means players can expect at least one new playable hero every month moving forward. For more on Marvel Rivals, check out the April Fools' Day emote that had Venom twerking, or click here to delve into how NetEase made an infamous Moon Knight meme part of the game's canon.