It's safe to assume that Marvel Rivals makes bank from its microtransactions. Its hero costumes put other games to shame, with incredible designs and even unique effects to go along with them, most of the time. Season 2 added a handful of colour palettes for select skins, while Season 3 brings charms and custom ultimate ability visuals. These new features are exactly what I want. I love getting to customise my characters in as many ways as possible. What I don't love is just how unrewarding it can all feel.
Ever since its launch, Rivals has had a big problem with rewarding players for their time and effort. Outside of in-game events, which generally do give you a great free skin, the only items you actually earn are the Marvel Rivals ranked skins, Lord icons, and the new accessories. These are boring. The skins are bland, default-costume recolours that I don't see anyone using over their default costume, let alone any premium outfits. Frankly, it's not much of a reward at all.
