The Mechanical Terror of Arakko

Arakko serves as the mechanical counterpart to Krakoa, introduced earlier in Season 2. This new map has been completely overtaken by Ultron, featuring:

• Industrial metal landscapes bathed in ominous red lighting
• Advanced machinery replacing organic elements
• A distinctly dystopian aesthetic unlike any previous map

Players will need to adapt their strategies to navigate this hostile, machine-dominated environment when it goes live on May 30.

Ultron Joins the Battle

As both the architect of Arakko's transformation and a new playable character, Ultron brings unique mechanics to Marvel Rivals:

• Primary Ability: Dual-purpose beam that damages enemies while healing allies
• Team-Up: Special synergy with Iron Man for piercing attacks
• Ultimate: Summons explosive drone duplicates for area control

His flying Strategist playstyle offers fresh tactical possibilities for team compositions.

Earn the Binary Arrow Hawkeye Skin

The update also introduces a visually striking new skin for Hawkeye, showing the archer partially transformed by Ultron's technology:

• Mechanical limbs and cybernetic enhancements
• Thematic viral infection visual effects
• Available for free through the Cerebro Database 2 event

This follows the pattern of Season 2's launch, which offered a free Mantis skin through similar means.

Balance Changes and Community Response

The 2.5 update includes significant gameplay adjustments that have generated discussion:

• Thor and Jeff the Land Shark receiving major ability reworks
• Various hero adjustments to improve competitive balance
• Mixed player reactions to specific character changes