If you’re a Marvel Rivals player eagerly awaiting the arrival of Angela, you’re in luck! We have the definitive answer to your question, along with all the exciting details about her debut in Season 4.
When is Angela Coming?
Angela will officially join Marvel Rivals on September 12, 2025, when Season 4: Heart of the Dragon launches. This marks her introduction as the 42nd hero in the game’s roster and will be available from day one of the new season.
Who is Angela in Marvel Rivals?
Angela (real name: Aldrif Odinsdottir) is a powerful Asgardian warrior who happens to be Thor and Loki’s secret sister. Originally created by Neil Gaiman as a Spawn character, she was sold to Marvel in 2013 and rewritten to be part of the Asgardian mythology. In Marvel Rivals, she’s known as the “Hand of Heven” and “Asgard’s Assassin.”
Angela’s Role and Abilities
Role: Vanguard Angela will serve as a Vanguard character, making her a formidable frontline warrior who can both deal damage and protect her team.
Key Abilities:
- Liquid Metal Manipulation: Angela can shape “Ichors” (a type of liquid metal) into various weapons
- Spear Form: Transforms her Ichors into a razor-sharp spear for aerial attacks and diving into enemy lines
- Shield Form: Can morph her weapon into a shield to block incoming damage
- Dual Axes: Descends from above with dual axes to crush foes and protect allies
Team-Up Abilities
Angela will feature Team-Up abilities with Thor, leveraging their sibling connection as Asgardian warriors. Season 4 will also introduce new Team-Up mechanics and updates to existing ones, enhancing the cooperative gameplay experience.
What Else is Coming in Season 4?
New Map: K’un-Lun: Heart of Heaven
- A new Convergence Mode map launching on September 25, 2025
- Set in the mystical realm of K’un-Lun, featuring the frozen Immortal Dragon Shou-Lao
Additional Hero: Daredevil
- The Man Without Fear will join as a mid-season addition
- Recently revealed alongside Angela’s announcement
Platform Expansion:
- Marvel Rivals will be available on PS4 starting September 12, 2025
- Expanding the game’s accessibility to more players
Game Mode Updates:
- Major updates to Arcade Mode
- New modes including Free Fight (no hero restrictions) and Conquest (Annihilation)
- Fan-favorite modes like Clone Rumble and Giant-Size Brain Blast becoming permanent
Quality of Life Improvements:
- New Favorites Bar for quickly accessing your most-played heroes
- Enhanced hero selection interface
- Continued costume trial program for university students
Why This Matters
Angela’s arrival represents a significant addition to Marvel Rivals, bringing a unique playstyle with her liquid metal weapon transformation abilities. As Thor and Loki’s sister, she adds an interesting dynamic to the Asgardian hero lineup and opens up new strategic possibilities for team compositions.
Mark your calendars for September 12, 2025, and get ready to welcome Angela to the Marvel Rivals roster! Whether you’re a fan of her comic book appearances or excited about her Vanguard gameplay mechanics, Season 4: Heart of the Dragon promises to be an exciting chapter for the game.
Last modified: September 4, 2025
