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Marvel Rivals: Wong's Potential Arrival Hints at a Magical Future

Speculation is rife among Marvel Rivals players regarding the potential addition of Wong to the game's roster. This speculation stems from a recently released trailer showcasing the game's new Sanctum Sanctorum map. A brief glimpse of a painting depicting Doctor Strange's mystical ally, Wong, has ignited this excitement. The game itself has already seen phenomenal success, boasting over 10 million players within its first 72 hours.

Season 1, titled "Eternal Night," launches January 10th and features Dracula as the main antagonist. This supernatural theme has led to anticipation for characters like Blade, and the confirmed inclusion of the Fantastic Four (including their villainous counterparts, the Maker and Malice as alternate skins).

Reddit user fugo_hate, on r/marvelrivals, highlighted the Wong painting in the Sanctum Sanctorum trailer. This subtle Easter egg has fueled speculation about Wong's future inclusion as a playable character, leaving players to imagine his potential magic-based abilities.

Wong's Growing Popularity Fuels Speculation

While Wong has been a consistent presence in Doctor Strange comics since the 1960s, his recent popularity surge is largely attributed to Benedict Wong's portrayal in the MCU. He's previously appeared in various games, including Marvel: Ultimate Alliance (non-playable), Marvel Contest of Champions, Marvel Snap, and LEGO Marvel Superheroes 2.

However, the painting could simply be a tribute to Doctor Strange's ally, given the Sanctum Sanctorum map's numerous Marvel universe references. Regardless, Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night arrives later this week, introducing three new locations, a new Doom Match mode, and the playable Fantastic Four. The mystery of Wong's potential addition remains, adding another layer of excitement to the already anticipated season.