Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026: Liquid and TSM Join the Battle

Virtus.pro defends the crown against Liquid, TSM, and other top teams in the upcoming Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 season.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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NetEase Games has revealed the list of partner organizations for the Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 season, including returning champion Virtus.pro as well as new additions like Team Liquid, TSM, and Spacestation Gaming. The competition promises to be fierce, with high-profile collaborations like Liquid Citadel and NRG Shock. However, some fan favorites like ENVY and Chinese leaders OUG were notably absent from the partner roster.

Why it matters

The Marvel Rivals Ignite esports tournament has become a major battleground for top teams in the industry. The 2026 season will feature a revamped economy with revenue sharing from in-game customization, providing partner teams with greater financial stability. The tournament's increased prize pool and LAN events also raise the stakes, as teams fight not just for prize money but to cement their legacy in the Marvel esports multiverse.

The details

The 2026 Marvel Rivals Ignite partner roster includes a mix of established esports organizations and newcomers to the scene. Virtus.pro returns as the defending champions, while American teams like 100 Thieves, Sentinels, FlyQuest, and the legendary TSM have joined the fray. Asia is also represented with Gen.G Esports and REJECT. Powerful new additions include Team Heretics from Spain and North America's Spacestation Gaming. The tournament will also feature high-profile collaborations, such as the Liquid Citadel team formed through a deal between Citadel Gaming and Team Liquid, as well as the NRG Shock alliance between NRG and the Overwatch team San Francisco Shock.

  • The Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 season will unfold according to a tight schedule, with Preseason and Stage 1 leading up to the Mid-Season Finals in mid-November.
  • The Grand Finals will take place in early December in Atlanta, Georgia.

The players

Virtus.pro

The current champions of the Marvel Rivals Ignite 2025 Grand Final, returning to defend their crown.

Team Liquid

A powerful organization that has emerged as one of the most stable and dominant teams in the Marvel Rivals Ignite scene.

TSM

The legendary North American esports organization that has joined the Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 partner roster.

Spacestation Gaming

A North American esports organization that has joined the Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 partner roster.

Liquid Citadel

A new team formed through a deal between Citadel Gaming and Team Liquid, representing a high-profile collaboration.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Marvel Rivals Ignite 2026 season promises to be a highly competitive and financially lucrative tournament, with a revamped economic model and increased stakes for the participating teams. The addition of new powerhouse organizations like Team Liquid and TSM, as well as high-profile collaborations, will make for an exciting and unpredictable tournament that could see some established favorites dethroned by ambitious newcomers.