Rival Banter: A Marvel Rivals Podcast

The Support Strike is Kinda Dumb – Rival Banter: Episode 10

This week on Rival Banter, Seth and Luke dive into the community’s latest flashpoint: the Support Strike. What started as a reaction to a streamer’s jab at Strategist mains has escalated into full-blown role refusal and debate over toxicity, balance, and the ranked system. We break down why we think this protest is a bit overblown, what the devs are doing in response, and how players can take more control over their experience. Plus: hands return to the Multiverse of Madness skin, Season 2 combat changes, and a fresh round of patch notes. -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/itishoagie

Marvel Rivals Season 2 First Impressions, Krakoa Chaos & Emma’s Debut – Rival Banter: Episode 9

Luke and Seth dive into their early impressions of Marvel Rivals Season 2 – what’s working, what’s not, and what has them hyped. They break down Emma Frost’s first week on the roster, give their take on the new Krakoa domination map, and react to the latest balance changes shaking up the meta. Plus, a look ahead at the upcoming Doctor Strange and Peni Parker skins dropping April 18th! -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/itishoagie

Welcome to the Hellfire Club: Marvel Rivals - Season 2 Deep Dive! - Rival Banter Episode 8

This week on Rival Banter, Luke and Seth break down everything you need to know heading into Season 2 of Marvel Rivals. From a new dev vision video to a monthly hero cadence starting in Season 3, there’s a lot to be excited (and nervous) about.
We cover:  
🔥 The new 2-month season format  
🧊 The arrival of Emma Frost – abilities, synergies, and why she might break the game  
🏆 Ranked resets and what dropping 9 divisions really means  
🗺️ Updated map pool (RIP Tokyo 1099)  
🚫 Hero bans starting at Gold III  
💃 The Hellfire Gala skins and which ones are actually worth flexing  
⚖️ Key balance changes and early reactions
Whether you're climbing the ladder or theory crafting future comps, this episode sets you up for Season 2 success. -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/itishoagie

Venom’s Twerk & Season 2 Hype: Our Marvel Rivals Predictions | Rival Banter Episode 7

Join us as we dive into the latest updates on Marvel Rivals: from Venom’s unexpected twerking emote to the brand-new pick-up bundle that offers a fresh way to progress your collection. We wrap up by sharing our Season 2 predictions, including possible buffs, nerfs, new characters, maps, and an exciting new Season Pass. -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/itishoagie

What's The Main Problem With Marvel Rivals? | Rival Banter: Episode 6

Seth and Luke dive into another wild week in Marvel Rivals! In this episode, we cover:
🛠️ New Patch Incoming – We talk about the upcoming bug fix patch and what it means for gameplay.  
🎁 Galacta’s Bonus Item Drop – It’s only available April 1–4… is this setting up for an April Fool’s surprise?  
🤔 April Fool's Event? – Will NetEase pull something unexpected?
🎮 Community Topics
Fragpunk & Overwatch 6v6 – Could these games reshape the hero shooter scene?  
Reddit Reactions – We respond to the question: "What’s your biggest issue with Marvel Rivals?"  
🏆 Competitive Corner
NA Weekend 2 Recap  
Spectator Mode – What’s working, what’s not, and how it could improve the esports scene.  
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Buffs, Bumps, and Rank Inflation Blues - Rival Banter Episode 5

Luke and Seth break down the latest patch notes in Marvel Rivals, including key adjustments to Human Torch, Iron Man, and Cloak & Dagger. With Season 1.5 in full swing, they dive into which heroes still need a little extra love heading into the next patch. Is there a ranked inflation problem brewing in Rivals? We take a look at the data, compare it to Overwatch, and talk about what it means for the competitive scene. Plus, a recap of North America’s Weekend 1 of the Marvel Rivals Invitational.
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Our Season 1.5 Tier List - Rival Banter Episode 3

On Episode 3 of Rival Banter, Hoagie and Pappy give their official Season 1.5 tier list, plus they discuss a possible DC Rivals competitor, the new game mode, and more!

Our Season 1.5 Review - Rival Banter Episode 2

Rival Banter: Season 1.5 Breakdown
This week, Hoagie and BookishPappy dive deep into Marvel Rivals Season 1.5.
New Faces in the Fight – Breaking down The Thing and Human Torch: How do they fit into the roster?  
Convergence Expands – First impressions of the new Central Park map.  
Meta Shake-Up – A look at the game-changing balance updates and what they mean for the competitive scene.  
Global Competition – Thoughts on the recent invitational tournament in Asia and what it tells us about the evolving meta.
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Breaking Down Marvel Rivals' Midseason Shake-Up: Rival Banter - Episode 1

Welcome to the first episode of Rival Banter: A Marvel Rivals Podcast! We’re diving into everything Marvel Rivals, from competitive play and balance changes to the latest esports news.
In this episode, we break down the Season 1.5 midseason update, including:  
NetEase layoffs despite Marvel Rivals raking in $130M in its first month  
🌆 First look at the Central Park map  
🛠️ Competitive mode tweaks—ranked rewards, hidden names in high ranks, and balance changes  
⚖️ Meta shifts: Triple Strategist nerfs and a Vanguard power boost  
🦸‍♂️ Official reveals for The Human Torch & The Thing—leaks vs. reality  
🏆 Upcoming invitationals and the state of Rivals esports
Plus, we debate which Marvel characters should join the fight next!
Join us for deep-dive analysis, hot takes, and all things Marvel Rivals -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/itishoagie