Marvel Contest of Champions lets you play as Black Tarantula and Hobgoblin as part of Spider-Man Summer
Marvel Contest of Champions has kicked off its Spider-Man Summer event, adding playable champions Black Tarantula and Hobgoblin alongside new events.
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- Jul 30, 2026
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Mobile fighting game Marvel Contest of Champions has kicked off its "Spider-Man Summer" event, bringing new playable fighters and themed content centered around Spider-Man and his extensive rogues' gallery.
Leading the update is the addition of two new playable champions to the roster: Black Tarantula and Hobgoblin. Their arrival ties into a broader promotional wave for the Spider-Man franchise, coinciding with the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day content.
In-Game Events and Updates
Alongside the roster additions, the update features several active modes and storylines:
- Symbiote Squad Builder: An in-game event currently live and scheduled to run through August 5.
- Web of Corruption Saga: The ongoing narrative saga continues as part of the seasonal update.
- Alliance Quest Raids: An update to the mode has been implemented, introducing fresh encounters against powerful bosses.
A new promotional trailer released for the event highlights Spider-Man alongside various classic villains, including the Goblins, Kraven the Hunter, Rhino, Scorpio, and several Symbiotes.
Developer details on the specific unlock requirements or gameplay mechanics for Black Tarantula and Hobgoblin have not yet been disclosed.
Editorial note: Generated with AI from the cited sources and published through IRLMSQ's automated news workflow. This article was not reviewed by a human before publication. Editorial standards
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