The launch of Marvel Rivals Season 1 introduces a thrilling new map, Midtown, which is sure to feel like home to Marvel aficionados, given its frequent appearances across various Marvel projects set in New York City. Marvel Rivals has cleverly scattered numerous Easter eggs throughout Midtown, offering fans a delightful treasure hunt. Here's a comprehensive guide to all the Midtown Easter eggs in Marvel Rivals and what they signify.
Every Marvel Rivals Midtown Easter Egg & What They Mean
The Baxter Building
It's no surprise to see the iconic Baxter Building, the residence of Marvel's First Family, prominently featured in Midtown. Given that the Fantastic Four are the stars of Season 1, players starting on the new map will find themselves spawning inside this legendary structure.
Avengers Tower & Oscorp Tower
As players venture out from their spawn points, they'll spot both Avengers Tower and Oscorp Tower. The latter is the notorious headquarters of Norman Osborn, aka the Green Goblin, while the former is the base for Earth's Mightiest Heroes. In the Marvel Rivals storyline, Season 1's villain, Dracula, has taken over Avengers Tower, adding a sinister twist to this iconic landmark.
Fisk Tower
Wilson Fisk, better known as Kingpin, also has a significant presence in Midtown with his towering edifice. While players can easily spot Fisk Tower as they navigate the map, it's important to note that this doesn't necessarily hint at the imminent arrival of his arch-nemesis, Daredevil, in the game.
F.E.A.S.T.
Midtown also features the F.E.A.S.T. Community Center, a homeless shelter that plays a role in helping New York's residents. While not a major element in the comics, it's well-known from Marvel's Spider-Man games, where May Parker assists in running the center until her tragic demise due to Devil's Breath.
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Dazzler
Marvel Rivals ensures X-Men fans aren't left out, with a Dazzler Easter egg in Midtown. In this version of Earth, the mutant appears to be on a tour, potentially rivaling another pop star, Luna Snow. While it's uncertain if NetEase plans to introduce Dazzler as a playable character, this Easter egg certainly piques interest.
Heroes for Hire
Midtown is also adorned with advertisements featuring Iron Fist and Luke Cage, known collectively as the "Heroes for Hire." These street-level heroes are known for their efforts to save New York, often for a fee. Although they don't appear directly on the map, their presence suggests they're not far from the action.
Roxxon Energy
New York isn't just a haven for heroes; it's also home to nefarious organizations like Roxxon Energy. Players can spot ads for this company, which is notorious for employing villains to carry out its shady dealings, including confrontations with heroes.
A.I.M.
Another sinister group, A.I.M., is attempting to establish a foothold in New York within Marvel Rivals. Originally a splinter group from Hydra, A.I.M. has ventured out on its own, creating bizarre creatures like M.O.D.O.K. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, A.I.M. is led by Aldrich Killian, who sought to impress Tony Stark with his vision of a revolutionary think tank but was ultimately rebuffed.
Bar With No Name
For villains needing a respite from their battles, the Bar With No Name serves as a sanctuary. Found in every major city in the Marvel Universe, this bar's mysterious origins add to its allure.
Van Dyne
Even heroes need to promote their brands, and one of the Van Dynes is doing just that with a fashion boutique advertisement in Midtown. While the ad doesn't feature them, it's likely that either the original Wasp, Janet, or her MCU counterpart, Hope, is behind the venture.
These are all the Midtown Easter eggs you can discover in Marvel Rivals. For those eager to dive deeper into the game, here are all the Chronoverse Saga Achievements in Marvel Rivals Season 1 and how to unlock them.
Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
