- The Hood is releasing in Marvel Rivals on August 7, 2026, at 9 AM UTC.
- The Hood is joining Marvel Rivals Season 9.5 as a Vanguard hero.
- The new Marvel Rivals character is voiced by WWE superstar Damian Priest.
Parker Robbins, infamously known as The Hood, is all set to join the Marvel Rivals roster in Season 9.5 as a formidable Vanguard. So if you’re wondering when The Hood comes out in Marvel Rivals, here’s everything we know about Parker Robbins’ debut so far.
Editor’s Note: Last updated on August 5, 2026, to include the latest details about The Hood’s release date, leaked role, and abilities.
Marvel Rivals The Hood Release Date
The Hood will release in Marvel Rivals on August 7, 2026, at 9 AM UTC in Season 9.5. Despite earlier speculations, Jubilee secured a spot on the Marvel Rivals hero roster in Season 9 ahead of The Hood.
Also, if you are curious about “when does The Hood come out” in Marvel Rivals Season 9.5 in your region, check out the official release dates and times for The Hood across the globe here:
- US (EAST): 2:00 AM PDT on August 7
- US (WEST): 5:00 AM EDT on August 7
- Brazil: 6:00 AM BRT on August 7
- UK: 10:00 AM BST on August 7
- Germany: 11:00 AM CEST on August 7
- France: 11:00 AM CEST on August 7
- South Africa: 11:00 AM SAST on August 7
- Turkey: 12:00 PM TRT on August 7
- Russia: 12:00 PM MSK on August 7
- UAE: 1:00 PM GST on August 7
- India: 2:30 PM IST on August 7
- Singapore: 5:00 PM SGT on August 7
- Philippines: 5:00 PM PST on August 7
- China: 5:00 PM CST on August 7
- South Korea: 6:00 PM KST on August 7
- Japan: 6:00 PM JST on August 7
- Australia: 7:00 PM AEST on August 7
- New Zealand: 09:00 PM NZST on August 7
The fan-favorite villain has been on the Marvel Rivals leaked characters list for ages, as leakers datamined his potential kit back in early 2025. Now, The Hood is all set to make his official debut in Marvel Rivals Season 9.5 as a Vanguard, wielding dual pistols and summoning a demon shield in the upcoming mid-season update.
What Role Will The Hood Be in Marvel Rivals?
Marvel Rivals has confirmed that The Hood is a Vanguard in Marvel Rivals Season 9.5. His kit was revealed following the Dev Vision Vol. 20 episode on August 4, 2026.
Earlier, with the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 9, players got a first look at The Hood’s in-game character design in the Marvel Rivals Death of Apocalypse event. He dons his signature red hood, wields his iconic pistols, and appears to be more of a Duelist. However, he is widely rumored to be the new tank in Marvel Rivals, based on the recent leaks and NetEase Games’ hero release pattern.
In case you didn’t know, NetEase Games releases the new heroes in a certain pattern. Devil Dinosaur was the last Vanguard introduced in Marvel Rivals Season 8. After Double D’s debut, Cyclops joined as a Duelist, followed by Jubilee as a Strategist. So, now it’s time to meet another Vanguard, and The Hood is ready to join the hero roster.
Who Is Voicing The Hood in Marvel Rivals?
Surprisingly, Luis Martínez, better known as Damian Priest, is the voice actor of The Hood in Marvel Rivals. When the Marvel Rivals Season 9 trailer was released, the WWE superstar shared it with the caption “No one beats The Hood.” Additionally, the voice heard at the end of the Season 9 trailer, when The Hood appears, sounds very similar to Damian Priest’s deep voice.
Earlier this year, Damian Priest was spotted in a recorded studio. When asked about his new voice acting project, the wrestler confirmed that it’s not related to music. Therefore, players are almost sure that Damien Priest voices The Hood in Marvel Rivals and can’t wait to hear more of his voice lines during his debut.
The Hood is joining Marvel Rivals in the Season 9.5 update, releasing on August 7, 2026.
The Hood is joining Marvel Rivals as a formidable Vanguard.
