A new update to Marvel Rivals has significantly impacted the game’s modding community, effectively disabling mods and removing cheats, skins, and other content modifications. The update, which launched during Season 0, also introduced a new season with balance changes and the addition of the Fantastic Four team.
The change is due to asset hash checking, a feature that compares a player’s PC code to what the servers believe it should be running. If any discrepancies are found, mods may result in account bans. While some players lament the loss of modding options, others view this as an opportunity for the game to focus on its core gameplay and revenue streams.
Marvel Rivals has been successful since its launch, with 10 million players joining online during its opening weekend. However, the game’s free-to-play model relies heavily on microtransactions, making cosmetic items its primary source of income.
The update is seen as a necessary measure to prevent cheats and hacks, which could compromise player experience. With this new season underway, Marvel Rivals looks to establish itself as a more polished and enjoyable online hero shooter.
Source: https://www.eurogamer.net/marvel-rivals-update-kills-mods-removing-cheats-skins-and-19-inches-of-venom