Marvel Rivals is shaking up the competitive landscape with the announcement of Ultron’s Battle Matrix Protocol, a new Auto Chess-inspired game mode that goes live on June 6. This highly anticipated feature is part of the mid-season update for Season 2, and it’s set to bring a whole new level of strategy and chaos to the Marvel-themed team shooter.
A Strategic Twist in the Marvel Universe
Unlike the fast-paced PvP battles players are used to, Ultron’s Battle Matrix Protocol introduces a more methodical and tactical experience. Players will square off against five other opponents in a free-for-all competition of brains over brawn.
Each participant selects a team of six heroes from the game’s roster, crafting unique builds with special effects—like Venom growing in size to devour enemies—and positioning them strategically on a combat grid. The setup phase ends, the battles begin, and heroes auto-fight according to the team’s layout and abilities, continuing until one player remains standing.
Mid-Season Update Brings More Than Just Battles
This new mode is just one part of the robust Season 2 update, which launched on April 11 with the Hellfire Gala theme. The season introduced Emma Frost as a playable Vanguard, and the nation of Krakoa as a brand-new battleground.
Players have been enjoying quirky seasonal events like the Giant-Size Brain Blast, featuring supersized hero heads, and Galacta’s Gift, which offers exclusive nameplates and skins.
Now, with the release of Ultron’s Battle Matrix Protocol, Marvel Rivals adds a deeper layer of strategy that rewards tactical planning and roster knowledge—something fans of Dota 2’s Auto Chess and Teamfight Tactics will appreciate.
A New Kind of Challenge
This mode stands apart by incorporating classic Auto Chess elements while staying true to the Marvel flair. Whether you’re using Doctor Strange’s sorcery to disrupt opponents or relying on Captain America’s shield for frontline defense, hero synergy and placement will be key to victory.
The developers also hinted that the mode may include seasonal leaderboards, performance rewards, and potential cosmetic unlocks to motivate players to master the mechanics.
With Ultron’s Battle Matrix Protocol, Marvel Rivals proves it’s not just another hero shooter—it’s a platform for innovation in multiplayer strategy. Whether you’re a competitive tactician or a Marvel fan eager for fresh gameplay, this new mode launches June 6 and is set to become a fan favorite.