NetEase Games has acknowledged and is addressing bugs affecting Peni Parker in Marvel Rivals after a recent patch inadvertently nerfed the popular Vanguard character.  As Season 1: Eternal Night Falls concludes, anticipation builds for Season 2, with rumors circulating about an April 11th launch date.  While these leaks should be treated with caution, excitement is growing within the community.

The March 13th patch aimed to rectify an issue with Peni Parker's Arachno-Mines and their interaction with her Cyber-Webs.  Previously, the mines would become invisible even outside the web's area of effect, causing problems for opponents who couldn't anticipate their presence.  However, the patch introduced new issues, making the mines both visible and vulnerable within the webs, allowing enemies to easily destroy them with melee attacks. This significantly hampered Peni Parker's effectiveness, particularly against dive tanks, a key strength of her unique Vanguard playstyle.

NetEase Games publicly acknowledged the issues with Peni Parker's Arachno-Mines on the official Marvel Rivals Discord server. They confirmed that the mines are not functioning as designed, being both visible and attackable within her Cyber-Webs, contrary to their intended invisibility and invulnerability. This flaw allows opponents to easily neutralize her mines, significantly impacting her tactical advantage.

Following the problematic patch, players expressed their dissatisfaction, noting Peni Parker's decreased viability, especially in higher ranks of Competitive mode.  NetEase Games has assured players that they have identified the issue and are diligently working on a fix. While no specific timeline has been provided, they promise to keep the community updated.

Beyond bug fixes, players await the release of a new Peni Parker skin, commissioned from artist Princessmomoko60.  Leaked gameplay footage also showcases a new Spider-Man skin by the same artist, fueling speculation about their imminent arrival in the game.  Despite recent challenges, the overall sentiment surrounding Marvel Rivals remains positive, with players looking forward to future content and improvements.