NetEaseJust when it seemed like superhero fatigue was setting in, Marvel Rivals decided to blast through it with a $3 million grenade in the form of a tournament.
The Marvel Rivals Ignite tournament is here to debate who’s the strongest Avenger. But instead of doing a poll, it’s going to let players settle it in real time, with bullets, beams, and brute force.
NetEase and Marvel Games are going all-in on their hero shooter, turning it into a global esports spectacle. Finally, Rivals has a tournament that grants you international bragging rights and enough prize money to make even Tony Stark raise an eyebrow.
NetEaseTournament dates and timeline
The Marvel Rivals Ignite series officially kicks off in May 2025 and runs through the entire year. The hype will climax with the Global Finals in November 2025, where the top teams from across the globe will battle it out for ultimate bragging rights.
NetEasePrize pool
The total prize pool for Ignite is a staggering $3 million, making it the largest competition in Marvel Rivals history.
Of that, $1 million is reserved for the Global Finals, while the remaining $2 million will be sprinkled across regional qualifiers and additional stages. Distribution details are still under wraps.
NetEaseParticipating regions
This isn’t just a neighborhood brawl in New York. The tournament spans five major regions:
- Americas
- EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa)
- China
- Asia
- Oceania
Each region will host qualifiers to determine who earns a shot at the Global Finals.
Despite the big announcement, a few things remain a mystery:
- The exact tournament format
- Whether it’s invite-only or open to everyone
- How regional events will be structured
For now, all eyes are on NetEase for the next info drop. Until then, squad up, get practicing, and prepare to make Marvel history, or at least get blown up by a rocket raccoon.
