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 anti-modding measure, but modders quickly found ways around it.
- 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: modding the game in any way could result in a permanent ban. This statement comes in response to various modifications, ranging from cosmetic hero changes to gameplay-altering add-ons, which NetEase Games says contravene the game's terms of service.
This announcement follows the launch of Season 1 for Marvel Rivals, which not only brought balance changes to heroes but also introduced two new characters from the Fantastic Four—Invisible Woman and Mister Fantastic. The remaining members, Human Torch and The Thing, are slated for future updates. Since its debut in December 2024, Marvel Rivals has captivated fans of both Marvel Comics and team-based shooters, earning a nomination for Online Game of the Year at the upcoming DICE Awards 2025, set to be broadcast live from Las Vegas on February 13.
Despite efforts to curb modding with Season 1's hidden deterrent, some players have found ways to bypass these measures. IGN reported on a mod available on Nexus Mods that circumvents NetEase Games' asset hash checks. The mod's creator, Prafit, warned users that downloading the mod comes with the risk of a ban and recommended it only for those with high-end PCs. Following Prafit's workaround, another mod surfaced on social media, transforming Mister Fantastic into Luffy from One Piece, due to their similar powers. This mod, created by Ercuallo, was showcased in a video by RivalsLeaks on Twitter.
Marvel Rivals Warns Users to Stop Modding or Risk Bans
While it's not confirmed whether NetEase Games has banned any players for modding, the company has emphasized that such actions violate the game's terms of service. Although some mods, including one featuring US President-elect Donald Trump, have been removed from Nexus Mods, Prafit's Season 1 workaround remains available, with over 500 downloads at the time of writing.
Marvel Rivals has faced issues with false bans since its launch, but the risks associated with modding have been clearly communicated. The community awaits to see how NetEase Games will address this ongoing situation.
