Despite a Season 1 crackdown, Marvel Rivals players continue to risk account bans by using mods. Since the game's December launch, custom skins created via mods have been popular, transforming characters like Iron Man into Vegeta and Mantis into a goth. One mod even turns Jeff the Land Shark into Pochita.
NetEase, the developer, implemented asset hash checking to restrict mods, reiterating that their terms of service prohibit mods, cheats, and other unauthorized third-party software. While NetEase warned of potential bans, a workaround is now circulating online, requiring more steps but remaining accessible to many PC players.
Modder Prafit, who shared a workaround on Nexus Mods, cautioned users about the risk of bans, noting that while permanent bans haven't been observed, the possibility remains. New mods, leveraging the addition of Fantastic Four characters, are already appearing; one transforming Mister Fantastic into Luffy has garnered over 5,000 downloads in just two days.
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A tweet highlights the continued use of mods despite the risk. The lack of confirmed bans so far doesn't guarantee future safety. NetEase's motivation for banning mods stems from potential revenue loss from official skin sales, intellectual property concerns, gameplay imbalances, and potential performance issues. Prafit even suggests the workaround is only suitable for high-performance PCs.
For legitimate gameplay and information, check out the Marvel Rivals Season 1 patch notes, win rates, the latest codes for free skins, and participate in the community tier list.
