The launch of *Marvel Rivals* Season 1 introduces a new map, Midtown, which should be familiar to most Marvel fans as it's set in the iconic Big Apple. However, *Marvel Rivals* has sprinkled some delightful Easter eggs throughout Midtown for fans to discover. Here's a comprehensive guide to every Midtown Easter egg in *Marvel Rivals* and what they signify.
It's no surprise that the Baxter Building, home to Marvel's First Family, the Fantastic Four, makes an appearance in Midtown. Given that the Fantastic Four are the focus of Season 1, players attacking on the new map start their game within this iconic structure.
As players venture out from their spawn point, they can spot both Avengers Tower and Oscorp Tower. The latter is where Norman Osborn, aka the Green Goblin, conducts his nefarious business, while the former is the headquarters of Earth's Mightiest Heroes. In *Marvel Rivals*' continuity, however, Season 1 villain Dracula has taken control of Avengers Tower.
Another prominent Marvel villain, Wilson Fisk, aka Kingpin, has a significant presence in Midtown with his tower. While players can easily spot it as they navigate the map, it doesn't necessarily mean his arch-enemy, Daredevil, will be joining the game anytime soon.
The F.E.A.S.T. Community Center, a homeless shelter aiding New York's residents, is featured in Midtown. Though not a major element in the comics, it's well-known from *Marvel's Spider-Man* games, where May Parker helps run the center until her tragic death due to Devil's Breath.
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*Marvel Rivals* hasn't forgotten the X-Men fans, including a Dazzler Easter egg in Midtown. In this version of Earth, the mutant appears to be on tour, possibly competing with another pop star, Luna Snow. While it's unclear if NetEase plans to introduce Dazzler as a playable character, this Easter egg hints at potential future appearances.
Advertisements for Iron Fist and Luke Cage, known as the "Heroes for Hire," can be found in Midtown. These street-level heroes are known for saving the day in New York, often for a fee. While they don't appear directly on the map, their presence suggests they might not be far away.
New York isn't just home to heroes in the Marvel Universe. Players can spot advertisements for Roxxon Energy, a company notorious for its villainous activities. Roxxon often employs villains to do its dirty work, including battling heroes.
Another evil organization, A.I.M., is looking to establish a presence in New York within *Marvel Rivals*. Originally a part of Hydra, A.I.M. branched out and began creating bizarre creatures, including M.O.D.O.K. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, A.I.M. is led by Aldrich Killian, who tried to pitch his world-changing think tank to Tony Stark, only to be rejected.
Villains need a break too, and they find it at the Bar With No Name. This safe haven for baddies exists in every major city in the Marvel Universe, though its origins remain a mystery, adding to its intrigue.
Even heroes need to promote their brands, and one of the Van Dynes is doing just that with a fashion boutique advertisement in Midtown. While the ad doesn't show them, it's likely that either the original Wasp, Janet, or her MCU daughter, Hope, is behind the venture.
And that's a wrap on every Midtown Easter egg in *Marvel Rivals*. If you're eager for more, check out all the Chronoverse Saga Achievements in *Marvel Rivals* Season 1 and how to unlock them.
*Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.*