15 January 2026

When Is Deadpool Coming to Marvel Rivals?

By newsgame

It’s time for another Marvel Rivals season, and this one is shaping up to be the most exciting one yet. Season 6 is almost here, and it brings with it one of Marvel’s most beloved characters: Deadpool. Known for his chaotic energy and sharp humor, the Merc with a Mouth is finally joining the roster.

Seasonal updates in Marvel Rivals are always special, introducing new heroes, maps, balance changes, and fresh content across the board. Season 6, titled Night at the Museum, looks set to refresh the game in a big way after a quieter Season 5. If you’re counting down the hours until Deadpool’s debut, here’s everything you need to know about the release time and what Season 6 has in store.

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When Does Marvel Rivals Season 6 Release?

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Season 6 of Marvel Rivals officially launches on January 16, 2026, at 9 AM UTC. It will run from January 16 until around March 20, 2026. Like previous seasons, it will be split into two parts. Each half is treated almost like its own mini-season, with balance changes and new content arriving in both phases. Here’s when it releases in various time zones:

1 AM PT (Los Angeles) on January 16
2 AM MT (Denver) on January 16
3 AM CT (Chicago) on January 16
4 AM ET (NYC) on January 16
9 AM GMT (London) on January 16
5 PM CST (Beijing) on January 16
6 PM JST (Tokyo) on January 16
10 PM NZDT (Auckland) on January 16

Deadpool will be available immediately when Season 6 goes live on January 16. He is the launch hero for the season, meaning you won’t have to wait for a mid-season update to try him out. As soon as the servers are up, you’ll be able to take him into matches.

Marvel Rivals Season 6 Details

Unlike any hero before him, Deadpool is the Marvel Rivals’ first-ever triple-role character, meaning he can be played as a Duelist, Strategist, or Vanguard. Players choose his role, and his entire kit adapts based on that choice.

Season 6 also brings a brand-new Convoy map, the Museum of Contemplation. Outside of combat, players can enjoy a new Photo Mode for capturing stylized in-game shots, as well as The Clobbering Club, a duel arena in Times Square, where matches can be broadcast to the social hub.

A bunch of new accessories themed around Marvel characters is also arriving. Alongside new Team-Ups and buffs, Season 6 sets the stage for the future, with the devs at NetEase teasing a brand-new PvE mode coming in early 2026.