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Marvel Rivals October 1, 2026 Patch Notes: Lunar Luna & Cosmic Spark Skins

October 1, 2026 patch notes: no balance changes, but new Luna Snow Lunar Luna and Phoenix Cosmic Spark skins, the Pop & Win event and Ignite Stage 2 predictions.

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October 1, 20265 min read
Marvel Rivals October 1, 2026 Patch Notes: Lunar Luna & Cosmic Spark Skins

Key takeaways

  • Patch 20261001 goes live October 1, 2026 at 09:00 UTC, with zero server outage.
  • No hero balance changes: the Season 10 meta stays exactly as it is.
  • New skins: Lunar Luna for Luna Snow and Cosmic Spark for Phoenix, in the shop October 2 to 30.
  • The Pop & Win event runs through October 16, and Ignite Stage 2 predictions open October 5.

The October 1 patch is a cosmetics-and-events update: check the official patch notes for the full list. There are no buffs or nerfs, so your ranked picks from the current Season 10 tier list still hold. Here is everything that matters, plus how to use the quiet week to climb.

The big picture: a patch with no balance changes

Version 20261001 rolls out on October 1, 2026 at 09:00 UTC with no server downtime. The official notes contain zero hero changes: only shop content, events and three bug fixes. Your rank strategy does not need to change this week.

New skins: Lunar Luna and Cosmic Spark

  • Lunar Luna skin for Luna Snow (Chroma variants: Pink Planets / Dark Nebula, with updated Ultimate VFX)
  • Cosmic Spark skin for Phoenix
  • Shop availability: October 2 to 30, 2026
Official Marvel Rivals Season 10 key art for the October 1, 2026 patch and new skins
Official Marvel Rivals Season 10 artwork.

Pop & Win event

  • Pop & Win: Lunar Luna and Cosmic Spark are available at a discount through the event draw
  • Runs from September 17 to October 16, 2026

Esports: Ignite Stage 2 predictions

  • Predictions open October 5, 2026
  • Deadlines: Pacific October 8, Americas October 15, EMEA October 15, China October 16
  • Rewards: Nameplates, Titles and Units

Bug fixes

  • Fixed the description of the Adam Warlock ability stolen by Rogue (incorrect “fly freely” text)
  • Fixed the event bug in Jeff’s Superstar Search that forced Quick Match selection
  • Fixed UI text persisting in the Chroma customization menu
Coach tip: a no-balance patch is the perfect time to grind ranked on your 2 or 3 best heroes instead of testing ten. Play your role, communicate and never leave a match: penalties for leavers and AFKs are stricter now.

PS5 and Xbox players: your ranked grind is unchanged

Marvel Rivals is playable on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. This patch does not touch aim assist or controller settings, so use the stability to fine-tune your sensitivity and lean on forgiving heroes with a controller.

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FAQ

Are there balance changes in the October 1, 2026 Marvel Rivals patch?
No. The official notes list no buffs or nerfs, only skins, events and three bug fixes.
When are the Lunar Luna and Cosmic Spark skins available?
They are in the shop from October 2 to 30, 2026, and through the Pop & Win event until October 16.
Was there server downtime for the October 1 patch?
No. Patch 20261001 at 09:00 UTC required no server downtime.
When do Ignite Stage 2 predictions open?
On October 5, 2026, with regional deadlines between October 8 and October 16.
Can I play Marvel Rivals ranked on PS5 and Xbox?
Yes. Marvel Rivals is available on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S with the same game modes, and this patch changes neither aim assist nor matchmaking.

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