Marvel is gearing up for another splash with its Swimsuit Special comic book release, and it seems like NetEase Games' Marvel Rivals is set to dive into the summer fun with its own line of swimsuit skins.

A recent post on the Marvel website teases what could lead to the much-anticipated arrival of Marvel Rivals swimsuit cosmetics. Scheduled for July 9, Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, and Rivals #1 promises a break from the usual heroics, giving Earth's Mightiest Heroes a chance to relax. But the real excitement comes from Marvel's hint at sneak peeks of designs intended for Marvel Rivals.

Marvel Swimsuit Special art. Image courtesy of Marvel.

"Roxxon Comics is at it again when they release their own UNAUTHORIZED SWIMSUIT SPECIAL," the description for the Marvel Swimsuit Special reads. "Wasp is on the case and seizes the opportunity for Marvel's heroes to do their OWN swimwear fashion shoot all over the world! But fear not, True Believers, we know what you're REALLY here for! This super-sized special features splash page after splash page of gorgeous art, but with a story so you can pretend you're 'reading it for the articles...'"

While Marvel hasn't revealed much about the launch timeline or which characters will be featured, it's clear that given the special's theme, summer cosmetics are on the horizon. As we await more details in the coming months, let's hope for further insights on how this ties into Marvel Rivals.

Since its launch in December, Marvel Rivals has captivated multiplayer fans on both PC and consoles with its competitive gameplay and extensive roster of characters. While some players focus on climbing the ranks, others eagerly anticipate NetEase's post-launch content, particularly the potential for a Marvel Rivals swimsuit collection, which now appears to be on the verge of becoming a reality.

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Regarding the timing of the swimsuits' introduction, clues point toward their release with Season 3, likely around July or August. This aligns with NetEase's previously announced schedule and gives fans a chance to enjoy the new outfits just before summer ends.

Alongside Season 3, NetEase is rolling out new post-launch plans, shifting to shorter seasons lasting about two months. This means fans can expect at least one new playable hero each month. For more on Marvel Rivals, check out the April Fools' Day emote that let Venom twerk, or click here to learn how NetEase made an infamous Moon Knight meme canon.