Summary
- NetEase Games has warned that modding Marvel Rivals could lead to account bans, as it violates the game's terms of service.
- Season 1 introduced a hidden mod deterrent, but workarounds were quickly developed.
- It remains unclear whether NetEase Games has issued any bans for modding Marvel Rivals.
NetEase Games, the developer and publisher behind the popular team shooter Marvel Rivals, has issued a stern warning to players: any form of modding, from cosmetic hero modifications to gameplay-enhancing add-ons, could result in a permanent ban from the game. This statement reinforces NetEase Games' commitment to upholding the integrity of Marvel Rivals by adhering strictly to its terms of service.
The announcement followed closely on the heels of the launch of Season 1, which not only brought balance changes to various Heroes but also introduced two new members of the Fantastic Four—Invisible Woman and Mister Fantastic—to the game's roster. Fans can look forward to the arrival of the other two members, Human Torch and The Thing, in upcoming updates. Since its debut in December 2024, Marvel Rivals has captured the hearts of both Marvel Comics enthusiasts and team shooter aficionados. Its popularity has even earned it a nomination for Online Game of the Year at the DICE Awards 2025, set to be broadcast live from Las Vegas on February 13.
Despite efforts to curb modding in Season 1, some players have found ways to bypass NetEase Games' safeguards. As reported by IGN, an add-on available on Nexus Mods, created by a user named Prafit, circumvents a deterrent that checks asset hashes to detect modifications. Prafit has cautioned users that downloading the mod comes with the risk of account bans and recommends it only for those with high-end PCs. Following the release of Prafit's workaround, another mod surfaced on social media, transforming Mister Fantastic into Luffy from One Piece due to their similar stretchy powers. This mod, crafted by Ercuallo, was showcased in a video shared by RivalsLeaks on Twitter.
Marvel Rivals Warns Users to Stop Modding or Risk Bans
It remains uncertain whether NetEase Games has taken action and banned any players for modding Marvel Rivals, but the company has clearly stated that such actions contravene the game's terms of service. While some mods, including one featuring US President-elect Donald Trump, have been taken down from Nexus Mods, Prafit's Season 1 workaround remained available with over 500 downloads at the time of this report.
Although Marvel Rivals has faced issues with erroneous player bans since its launch, the risks associated with violating the game's terms of service have been explicitly outlined. The community awaits to see how NetEase Games will address this ongoing issue.
