The Jeff changes in Marvel Rivals might just make the Land Shark more than a meme pick, and that’s saying something. In the latest development update, the Marvel Rivals developers have shared some major reworks to both Jeff and Thor, turning them in favor of fun and actual usefulness. If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of a surprise Jeff-nado, things are about to get even weirder.
Let’s start with Thor. The thunder god isn’t just throwing Mjolnir for dramatic flair anymore. The Thor changes in Marvel Rivals now allow his hammer throw to contribute to his lightning charge, which in turn, fuels more high-damage abilities. His core gameplay loop is tighter now: you hurl the hammer, you get energy, you unleash devastation. It’s like the MCU final battle choreographer coded his move set.
There’s also an improvement in how Thor’s lightning-based skills interact with enemies and cooldowns, giving players more freedom to combo without waiting around like they’re stuck in a stun lock. The changes don’t make him overpowered, but they do reward aggressive, strategic plays. Basically, you can now roleplay as Thor without feeling like a nerfed god.
Now onto the real MVP: Jeff. Yes, Jeff the Land Shark has always been lovable chaos, but the Jeff changes in Marvel Rivals are more than just a comic relief pick. His “Joyful Splash” now heals allies, a move that’s basically a tactical belly flop with healing properties. And his ultimate charges faster, too, meaning more chances to create whirlpools of terror in tight team fights.
The Marvel Rivals developers are clearly listening, adjusting characters that had fans scratching their heads in earlier tests. Whether you’re a Thor or a Jeff fan ready to unleash healing shark hugs, there’s something here for you.
With these new tweaks, Marvel Rivals is finding a nice balance between chaotic fun and actual strategy. And hey, if a land shark can become a legitimate support character, maybe we can hope for some other major balance changes in the future.
