Marvel Rivals: Wong's Potential Arrival Hints at a Magical Future
Speculation is swirling within the Marvel Rivals community regarding the potential addition of Wong to the game's roster. This speculation stems from a recently released trailer showcasing the new Sanctum Sanctorum map. A keen-eyed Reddit user, fugo_hate, spotted a brief glimpse of a painting depicting Doctor Strange's mystical ally, Wong, seemingly mirroring his MCU counterpart.
The game, a multiplayer hero shooter attracting over 10 million players in its first 72 hours, is poised for its Season 1 launch on January 10th, titled "Eternal Night." This season introduces Dracula as the main antagonist, alongside the Fantastic Four (including their villainous alter egos, the Maker and Malice as skins). The discovery of Wong's portrait in the Sanctum Sanctorum trailer has fueled speculation about his potential inclusion as a playable character, leaving fans anticipating his unique magic-based abilities.
While the painting might simply be a tribute to a key ally of Doctor Strange within the context of the Sanctum Sanctorum map – a location brimming with supernatural Marvel references – the possibility of Wong joining the playable roster is exciting. Wong's popularity has skyrocketed in recent years due to Benedict Wong's acclaimed portrayal in the MCU. He previously appeared in Marvel: Ultimate Alliance (2006) and has since become a playable character in mobile titles like Marvel Contest of Champions and Marvel Snap, as well as LEGO Marvel Superheroes 2.
Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night launches later this week, introducing three new maps and the Doom Match mode. Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman will also become playable characters on January 10th. The anticipation for Wong's potential arrival adds another layer of excitement to the already highly anticipated season.
