Rival Banter: A Marvel Rivals Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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Rival Banter: A Marvel Rivals Podcast

Luke Croft

Leisure

Frequency: 1 episode/9d. Total Eps: 52

🎙️ Rival Banter: A Marvel Rivals Podcast – Your weekly deep dive into all things Marvel Rivals! Hosted by Luke ”Hoagie” Croft, Seth ”BookishPappy” Martin, and Larry ”StillInFlux” Hunt, we break down the latest patch notes, game news, meta shifts, and the competitive scene with insight, analysis, and a healthy dose of banter. 🔥 Whether you’re grinding the ladder, following the esports scene, or just love the chaos of Marvel Rivals, we’ve got you covered. Catch us LIVE every Tuesday on Twitch and on podcast services every Wednesday morning. Assemble your squad, lock in your heroes, and join the banter!

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HAWKEYE MUST BE STOPPED! Mid-Season Mailbag & New Map Secrets - Marvel Rivals: Episode 43

Episode 41

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 • Duration 01:08:13

Mid-season is here and the Marvel Rivals community is loud! In Episode 43 of Rival Banter, Luke and Seth break down the latest news, the brand-new map trailer, and dive into a massive Mid-Season Mailbag to answer your burning questions.

We start with The News: Angela’s "Ace of Spades" and Emma Frost’s "Queen of Diamonds" are hitting the shop, and we discuss the community's mixed reactions to Emma’s latest look. We also break down the Museum of Contemplation map trailer—is this the most visually stunning map yet? Plus, we address the elephant in the room: the massive community outcry for Hawkeye nerfs. Is the one-shot meta ruining the fun?

In the Mid-Season Mailbag:

Is the Jeff hate valid? Are people actually playing the Land Shark wrong?

The Deadpool Dilemma: Is he top-tier meta, or is his pick rate just high because everyone loves Wade?

Balancing the Merc: What specific nerfs or changes would we actually give Deadpool?

Map Secrets: Will the Museum of Contemplation be the hub for future character teasers?

🛡️ JOIN THE DISCORD Join the Rival Banter community! Everyone who joins now through the end of January will receive the exclusive Founders Role. https://discord.gg/H6HDVtKv8V

Support the Show: ⭐ Listening on Spotify? Please leave us a 5-star review! It helps the show grow more than you know! 📱 Follow us on Socials: linktr.ee/RivalBanter

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Deadpool is here! Season 6 Impressions: Rival Banter - Episode 42

Episode 40

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 • Duration 01:20:13

Deadpool has finally arrived in Marvel Rivals Season 6, and things are getting chaotic! In this week's episode of Rival Banter, Luke and Seth dive deep into the Merc with a Mouth, the Season 6 roadmap, and some spicy community drama.

Join the Rival Banter community! Everyone who joins now through the end of January will receive the exclusive Founders Role. https://discord.gg/H6HDVtKv8V

We kick things off with our personal stories from the Season 6 rank climb, our placement match results, and the new Hero Proficiency changes. Plus, we share our first impressions of Deadpool—is he the game-changer we expected?

In our Draft segment, we’re reimagining the roster: 3 Characters We’d Give an Alternate Role To. Who belongs in the Vanguard slot, and who should be a Strategist?

In this episode:

Viewer Comments: Answering your thoughts from last week!

Season 6 Reactions: Deadpool impressions, the "Night at the Museum" theme, and patch changes.

The News: Thor’s "Boogie Bolt" and Luna’s "Disco Pop" skins, the full Season 6 Roadmap, and the viral story of a player removed from the Deadpool creator tournament over a Black Widow swap request.

Support the Show: ⭐ Listening on Spotify? Please leave us a 5-star review! 📱 Follow us on Socials: linktr.ee/RivalBanter

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Marvel Zombies Review & Season 5 Wishlist – Rival Banter Episode 33

Episode 31

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 • Duration 01:21:12

In Episode 33, Seth and Luke dive into all things spooky and speculative. They kick off with viewer comments and a recap of their week in Marvel Rivals before reviewing the new Marvel Zombies mode and this year’s Halloween event. Then, it’s draft time — which five characters would they add to Rival Zombies next?

They also cover the latest news and end with a big-picture discussion on what they want to see in Season 5.

Community comments: responding to feedback from Episode 32

This week in Rivals: highlights and early impressions from the Halloween event

Marvel Zombies review: gameplay breakdown, rewards, and the surge in player activity

Draft segment: five characters Seth and Luke would add to Marvel Zombies.

News roundup: new Halloween skins for Spider-Man (Man-Spider), Scarlet Witch (Queen of the Dead), and Iron Man (Big Shot), plus trailers and a look at the game’s player-base rebound thanks to the new PvE mode

Main topic: what we want to see in Season 5 — heroes, systems, balance changes, and features that could keep the game thriving

Share your Season 5 wishlist in the comments and subscribe for a new Rival Banter episode every Tuesday.

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Marvel Zombies Mode Revealed! Plus The Ultimate Gooner Draft – Rival Banter Episode 32

Episode 30

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 • Duration 01:08:43

Seth and Luke return for Episode 32 with another packed week of Rival Banter! They kick things off by responding to viewer comments and recapping their week in Marvel Rivals before squaring off in The Ultimate Gooner Draft.

Then it’s on to the latest news and a massive topic: the reveal of Marvel Zombies PvE mode.

Community comments: responding to feedback from Episode 31

This week in Rivals: highlights, clutch moments, and standout plays

Draft segment: The Ultimate Gooner Draft

News roundup: Jeff O’Lantern skin, Phantom Tide Namor (the game’s first legendary), Peni Parker’s first legendary on the way, and a new Venom-style voice changer feature

Main topic: Marvel Zombies PvE mode revealed — Seth and Luke react to the trailer, discuss what this could mean for future content, and debate how PvE could reshape the Marvel Rivals experience

Drop your thoughts on the Marvel Zombies reveal (and who won the Gooner Draft) in the comments, and subscribe for a new Rival Banter episode every Tuesday.

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Triple Support: Good or Bad for Rivals? – Rival Banter Episode 31

Episode 29

Thursday, October 2, 2025 • Duration 52:35

Daredevil Joins Rivals! Season 4.5 Update & Triple Support Meta Debate – Rival Banter Episode 31

Description Seth and Luke respond to viewer comments, recap their week in Marvel Rivals, and dive into the big Season 4.5 developer update — from Daredevil’s debut and new team-ups to cross-progression testing and a spooky Halloween event. Then, they tackle the hot topic: is the triple support meta ruining the game?

Community comments: responding to feedback from the last episode

This week in Rivals: highlights, what we played, and standouts from the week

News roundup: Emma Frost Hellfire Protocol skin, Daredevil announced as a duelist in Season 4.5, Ragnarok Rebirth removal, new team-ups (Daredevil & Punisher, Namor & Hela), upcoming new mode teased for Thailand Game Show, Halloween event, cross-progression testing in 4.5 with full launch planned for Season 5, homescreen customization, and no balance changes this update

Main topic: the rise of the triple support meta — is it bad for Marvel Rivals’ gameplay and competitive balance?

Drop your Daredevil hype and meta hot takes in the comments, and subscribe for a new Rival Banter episode every Tuesday.

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Overwatch Had More Players Than Marvel Rivals? – Rival Banter: Episode 30

Episode 28

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 • Duration 01:00:18

Seth and Luke respond to viewer comments, recap their week in Marvel Rivals, and break down the latest updates — from Hela’s new costume and the K’un Lun map reveal to PC performance concerns and the surprising news that Overwatch outpaced Rivals in August.

Community comments: responding to feedback from the last episode

This week in Rivals: highlights, what we played, and standout moments

News roundup: Hela’s Grim Lady costume trailer, K’un Lun “Heart of Heaven” trailer, Dragon’s Blessing event, and the first “Technically Speaking” update with Rivals technical director FanFan covering PC performance improvements

Main topic: Overwatch had more players than Marvel Rivals in August — what does this mean for the game moving forward?

Drop your thoughts on Rivals’ player numbers, Hela’s new look, and K’un Lun in the comments, and subscribe for a new Rival Banter episode every Tuesday.

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Early Season 4 Thoughts – Rival Banter Episode 29

Episode 27

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 • Duration 01:08:10

Seth and Luke respond to viewer comments, recap their week in Marvel Rivals, and deliver quick takes on Season 4 so far — from Angela impressions to the new systems and worrying rumors about loot boxes.

Community comments: responding to feedback from the last episode This week in Rivals: highlights, what we played, and early impressions from the Season 4 queue News roundup: new Invisible Woman and Punisher summer skins, Summer Special volume 2 featuring Human Torch, Mantis, and The Thing, a fresh Mantis summer outfit, a leak suggesting loot boxes could be added, and rumors that Rogue might be Season 5’s first hero Main topic: early Season 4 thoughts — Angela, the new systems, and whether recent monetization leaks (loot boxes) should be a red flag for the community

Drop your Season 4 takes and loot-box hot takes in the comments, and subscribe for a new Rival Banter episode every Wednesday.

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Marvel Rivals Season 4 Deep Dive - Rival Banter Episode 28

Episode 26

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 • Duration 01:25:49

Season 4 is rolling in and Seth and Luke break down everything you need to know. In Episode 28 they respond to viewer comments, recap their week in Marvel Rivals, and dig into the big Season 4 reveals — new hero Angela , the Fruit of Immortality battle pass, the teased Arcade Hub, and balance changes.

Community comments: responding to feedback from Episode 27 This week in Rivals: highlights, testing notes, and early impressions from the queue News roundup: Season 4 announcement and patch notes; Angela; Season 4 Battle Pass (Fruit of Immortality); balance patch; new map coming September 25; Arcade Hub reveal and a possible leaked arcade mode; Infinity Crisis on Maveth and rumblings about a Capture-the-Flag mode

Main topic: Season 4 breakdown — what these changes mean for the meta, how Angela’s stances could shift playstyles, whether the Arcade Hub will change casual matchmaking, and what to watch for when the new map drops.

Tell us what you’re most excited (or worried) about for Season 4 in the comments, and subscribe for new Rival Banter every Wednesday.

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The EOMM Myth and Resource Rumble Verdict - Rival Banter Episode 27

Episode 25

Thursday, August 28, 2025 • Duration 01:22:43

Seth and Luke return with a rapid week-in-review, a hands-on verdict for Resource Rumble, and a hard look at Marvel Rivals’ matchmaking systems.

This week in Rivals — what we tested in Resource Rumble and how it felt in practice. News roundup — Scarlet Witch’s new Phoenix Chaos skin, small balance tweaks, and Marvel Rivals’ first duo emote (Emma Frost + Jeff). Main topic — the dev team released an 18-minute explainer on competitive matchmaking: we summarize the video, compare it to real player experience, and debate what it means for fairness, queue health, and the competitive scene.

Tell us if Resource Rumble lived up to expectations and what you thought of the matchmaking explainer in the comments. Subscribe for a new Rival Banter episode every Tuesday.

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Our Marvel Rivals Season 4 Wishlist - Rival Banter Episode 26

Episode 24

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 • Duration 01:18:01

In Episode 26, Seth and Luke respond to viewer comments, recap their week in Marvel Rivals, and spend the bulk of the show laying out everything they want from Season 4—plus a full take on the new Resource Rumble mode.

Community comments: responding to feedback from Episode 25 This week in Rivals: highlights, testing notes, and early impressions from Resource Rumble News roundup: Iron Man Extrembiote skin release, Resource Rumble / Klyntar Throne of Knull trailer, Ancient Powers Awaken event and skins, NetEase cleared to create original characters, and leaked skill/customization assets Main topic: Season 4 wishlist — systems, modes, balance goals, and QoL improvements the hosts want to see implemented next season

Tell us your Season 4 wishlist and Resource Rumble hot-takes in the comments. If you liked the episode, subscribe for a new Rival Banter every Tuesday.

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