Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 has launched with aggressive anti-leaver measures that promise to transform competitive play. NetEase is addressing one of the community’s biggest frustrations with harsh penalties for quitters and meaningful compensation for affected teammates.
Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 New Penalty System
| Offense Level | Competitive Ban | Quick Match Ban | Additional Punishment |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Offense | Up to 4 hours | Up to 2 hours | Point penalties |
| Repeat Offenders | Up to 20 hours | Up to 8 hours | Scaling penalties |
| AFK Detection | Match invalidation | Immediate penalties | T2 penalty system |
| Early Disconnect | No penalty if <90s | Reduced punishment | Match cancellation |
Revolutionary Match Protection
The standout feature is match invalidation for early leavers. If disconnections or AFK players are detected within the first 70 seconds of competitive matches, the entire match becomes invalid with no penalties for remaining players.
This system protects teams from unfair losses while ensuring quitters face consequences. Players who reconnect and win avoid penalties, but lose-and-leave behavior triggers full punishment.
Ranked Queue Restrictions
Season 3.5 introduces strict team size limits based on rank tiers. Platinum, Diamond, and Grandmaster players can only queue in teams of three, while Celestial, Eternity, and One Above All ranks are limited to duo queuing.
These restrictions aim to improve matchmaking balance and prevent coordinated high-rank teams from dominating solo players.
Blade Joins the Fight
Beyond anti-leaver measures, Season 3.5 introduces Blade as the newest hero with his signature vampire-hunting abilities. The update includes new lore stories, the Queen’s Codex event featuring free The Thing – Symbiote costume, and Twitch Drops returning with Mantis – Will of Galacta rewards.
Technical Improvements
PC players benefit from background shader compilation, eliminating mandatory wait times on first launch. Enhanced audio cues for Wolverine and Black Panther give victims better chances to detect incoming ambushes, addressing community feedback about stealth mechanics.
The update also introduces custom muted words, latency equalization for tournaments, and improved performance optimization recommendations.
Community Impact
These changes represent NetEase’s commitment to competitive integrity. By heavily penalizing habitual leavers while protecting affected teammates, Season 3.5 should create more consistent, enjoyable matches for the Marvel Rivals community.
FAQs
How long can repeat leavers be banned from Marvel Rivals?
Up to 20 hours from competitive play and 8 hours from quick matches for repeat offenders.
What happens if someone leaves in the first 70 seconds?
The match becomes invalid with no penalties for remaining players, only the leaver gets punished.
