Ultron Joins Marvel Rivals in Season 2.5, But Fans Are Wary of His Kit

With Marvel Rivals' mid-season update on the horizon, one of the most exciting additions in Season 2.5 is Ultron, the newest Strategist Rival. Now that fans have gotten a sneak peek at what he can do, there's growing optimism, though it's tempered by some hesitation, as many are unsure whether he’ll be a viable alternative to the existing Strategists in Marvel Rivals.

Ultron Joins Marvel Rivals in Season 2.5, But Fans Are Wary of His Kit

As confirmed on the official Marvel Rivals X account, Ultron is set to crash-land into the game on May 30, 2025. While his full abilities haven’t been officially revealed, players on Reddit have shared insights based on leaked footage and kit details. Here's a breakdown of Ultron’s abilities as seen in the video and accompanying Reddit post:

💥 Witness the Rise of Ultron! 🤖

Ultron has returned as humanity's judge. After years in exile beyond the stars, his purpose is clear: wipe organic life from the timeline and take control of the future.

📅 Summon unstoppable precision and power for S2.5 on May 30 UTC!… pic.twitter.com/NJPpJeWmmb

— Marvel Rivals (@MarvelRivals) May 22, 2025

• Encephalo-Ray (LMB) – Fires a continuous burning energy beam.
• Imperative: Firewall (RMB) – Summons drones to grant Bonus Health to nearby allies. The effect centers on Ultron and the ally marked by Imperative: Patch.
• Imperative: Patch (E) – Deploys a large drone to follow a chosen ally, healing all nearby allies over time, with additional healing for the designated target.
• Dynamic Flight (LSHIFT) – Launches Ultron forward at high speed, entering an accelerated flight state.
• Rage of Ultron (Q) – Summons drones to fire Encephalo-Rays, damaging enemies or healing allies in the area.
• Nano Ray (C) – In coordination with Iron Man, Ultron upgrades his Encephalo-Ray using nanotech. During this phase, Ultron unleashes a powerful beam that pierces all targets, dealing heavy damage to enemies while restoring health to allies.

Ultron’s kit offers a versatile blend of offensive and support abilities, drawing comparisons to Iron Man’s playstyle. However, this hybrid role has raised concerns among players, especially regarding his effectiveness as a healer.

Fans Have Mixed Response to Ultron's Kit

Reddit users are already debating the viability of his healing output. User u/A_Wild_Tree notes: "In concept, I like it. However, I think Firewall should heal first and then give teammates bonus health if they're already at max—sort of like an overheal mechanic." User u/Kephlur adds: "Also, his team-up should be a default that maybe gets upgraded with Iron Man like Hulk’s. The fact the drone is his only healing is insane."

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Another concern is Ultron's lack of burst healing, which could place him below other Strategists like Mantis or Rocket Raccoon. One commenter summarizes this issue: "That's Ultron’s biggest weakness. He needs at least one burst heal ability."

From what we’ve seen so far, Ultron seems to lean more toward damage-dealing support rather than being a full-on healer. His sustained healing might fall short compared to other support characters, especially in fast-paced team fights where burst healing is crucial.

That said, it’s important to remember that we’re still in the speculation phase. Until Ultron officially launches in Season 2.5, we won’t know exactly how he fits into the meta. Even if his healing potential is more limited, Ultron could still be a competitive Strategist pick thanks to his versatility and high DPS potential. For now, all eyes are on how this mechanical menace will perform once he joins the roster.