Ultron is here inMarvel Rivals’season 2.5 update, but the new healer is just the beginning when it comes to some big changes arriving in the patch.

NetEase Games is aiming to make good on its promise to keepMarvel Rivalsever-evolving, changing up the formula with hero nerfs and buffs, new and removed team-up abilities, and a new map to play on when the midseason update drops.

Ultron in Marvel Rivals

Take a look below to see what’s new and different inMarvel Rivalsin season 2.5.

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Marvel Rivals season 2.5 balance changes

NetEase Games Dev Vision Vol. 06revealeda slew of changes coming to the game in the midseason update, including nerfs and buffs, along with other information that’s sure to excite players.

New Strategist hero: Ultron

The rogue AI Ultron joins the game as its newest Strategist hero, with the ability to fly, summon drones, and use energy beams to both heal and deal damage. Here’s a look at Ultron’s leaked abilities from several months ago:

New map: Arakko

Krakoa’s neighboring island, Arakko, has been taken over by Ultron and turned into a menacing mechanical location after once being lush and overrun with life.

Removed Team-Up Abilities

Changed Team-Up Abilities

The season 2.5 update is now available for download on all platforms. The full patch notes can be found on theMarvel Rivals website.

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Arakko Marvel Rivals map

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