Marvel Rivals April 17 update patch notes revealed: Hero fixes, new skins, Costume customisation, bug fixes and more

Marvel Rivals April 17 update patch notes: The much-awaited Marvel Rivals April 17 update patch notes have finally been revealed, and there's plenty for fans to get excited about. From new hero skins and costume colour customisation to bug fixes and immersive PC features, this update brings some fresh changes to the battlefield.

Whether you're a casual player or a hardcore Marvel Rivals fan, the Marvel Rivals updated patch notes for April 17 include some exciting features that improve gameplay and make the experience more enjoyable for everyone.

New Costume Colour Customisation Feature

One of the standout features in the Marvel Rivals April 17 update patch notes is the introduction of costume colour customisation. Starting from 2 AM PDT on April 17, players can now change the colours of their favourite hero costumes. Simply head over to the in-game store to purchase new colour options. Once bought, you can freely switch between colours in the Costumes menu.

This feature adds a fun and personal touch to how your heroes look on the battlefield, giving players more ways to express their style.

New Skins: Doctor Strange and Peni Parker

The Marvel Rivals April 17 update also introduces two brand-new skin bundles available in the store from 7 PM PDT:

• Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Bundle – This skin is inspired by the MCU’s zombie version of Doctor Strange.
• Peni Parker Yatsukahagi Bundle – A stylish new look for the Spider-Verse character.

These skins are a visual treat for fans and will surely stand out during combat.

Bug Fixes and Improvements Across the Game

The Marvel Rivals updated patch notes list a number of bug fixes that enhance gameplay performance and stability:

General Fixes

• Fixed a rare bug where the camera would act strangely after a player respawned.
• Corrected an issue with importing reticle settings that sometimes showed an invalid character error.

Map and Mode Fixes

Resolved terrain problems where characters could get stuck or clip into awkward areas.

Hero-Specific Fixes

• Wolverine: Fixed his Ultimate Ability, not finishing properly under poor internet conditions and improved directional control during the Fastball Special.
• Bruce Banner / Hulk: Fixed a rare model display bug when transforming in terrain kill zones.
• The Thing: Corrected the KO prompt icon during terrain kill animations.
• Adam Warlock: Fixed a bug where he could accidentally revive teammates in out-of-play zones on the Spider-Island map.

PC Players Get Razer Immersion Support

PC players now get an extra dose of immersion with the addition of Razer Chroma RGB lighting and Razer Sensa HD Haptics support. Once enabled in the Marvel Launcher under experimental features, and with the right Razer gear, players can enjoy over 600+ haptic effects. These effects respond to in-game events like transformations, spell casting, and projectile impacts, making every move feel more real than ever.

Whether you're diving back into Marvel Rivals or playing for the first time, these changes show that NetEase Games is listening to the community and continuously improving the experience.

Keep checking back for the latest Marvel Rivals patch notes, as more updates and exciting features are expected in the coming weeks. Don't miss any changes—stay ahead in the game with the freshest Marvel Rivals updated patch notes.