Marvel is bringing back its famously cheeky Swimsuit Special after a 30-year hiatus, and this time the beach day is getting a very video game twist. The new one-shot, titled Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, Rivals #1, mashes up Sports Illustrated style with comic book absurdity, with nearly every page designed to eventually show up in Marvel Rivals.

What’s the Beach Day Buzz?

The tongue-in-cheek premise casts Wasp as a high-end swimwear designer who customizes vacation looks for Marvel’s biggest heroes. The comic is described as “primarily an artist showcase” — lots of splashy art and magazine-style spreads, with just enough plot to pretend you’re reading it for the articles. The already revealed covers include Phoenix and Cyclops lounging by the water, Spider-Man and Psylocke surfing, and a wrap-around cover featuring Captain Marvel, Rogue, She-Hulk, Mary Jane, and Black Widow striking poses beside surfboards. Not all of those heroes have made the Rivals roster yet, but the publisher has confirmed that several of the swimsuit designs from the issue will be added to the game.

Game Meet Comic, Comic Meet Game

This isn’t the first time Marvel Rivals’ character popularity has influenced the comics — Jeff the Land Shark, the game’s breakout star, is getting his own solo series in June directly inspired by his in-game fandom. The Swimsuit Special continues that trend, but it arrives at a delicate moment for Rivals’ costume department. Recently, custom colour options were locked behind a paywall with heavy restrictions, drawing frustration from players. Given that fanbase’s enthusiasm for creative outfits, the reaction to these comic-inspired swimsuits will likely be mixed — but seeing Sue Storm in a bikini is probably the least controversial part of the package.

Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes, Rivals #1 lands on July 9 at digital and physical comic stores. Grab your sunscreen and your trigger finger.

What are Marvel Rivals and Marvel Rivals Lattices?

Marvel Rivals Lattices is the premium currency designed for unlocking the game’s seasonal Battle Pass and acquiring exclusive cosmetic items like hero costumes, victory poses, and profile decorations. Unlike the freely earned Units, Lattices must be obtained via real-money transactions, and players can easily top up their supply through secure game trading platforms such as LootBar. These services provide a fast, reliable way to add Lattices directly to your account, ensuring you never miss out on limited-time rewards.

Why Choose LootBar to top up Marvel Rivals?

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How to top up Marvel Rivals at LootBar?

To begin the process of a top up Marvel Rivals, first navigate to the LootBar platform by visiting its official site and ensuring your language and currency preferences are set. After logging into your account, locate the Top-Up section on the homepage and select Marvel Rivals from the available games. You will then be prompted to enter your unique Marvel Rivals User ID to link the transaction to your in-game profile.

Once your ID is confirmed, choose the desired quantity of Marvel Rivals Lattices you wish to purchase. Proceed to select a payment method that suits you best, then click the "Pay Now" button to finalize the transaction. After successful payment, the Lattices will be credited to your account, allowing you to enjoy enhanced gameplay instantly.