Marvel Rivals All Midtown Easter Eggs You May Have Missed
This article lists the hidden details and references tucked into Marvel Rivals’ Midtown map, covering the ones you might have walked past during a fight. You get a tour of the map’s comic book callbacks, environmental storytelling, and character-specific nods, plus where to find them.
Background: Why Midtown Is Full of References
Midtown is a map in Marvel Rivals’ convoy mode, set in a New York City street that’s been torn apart by a symbiote invasion. The map draws heavily from Marvel’s long history, especially the Spider-Man and Venom storylines that take place in Manhattan. The developers packed the environment with details pulled straight from the comics, not just generic city rubble. For players who grew up reading those issues, Midtown is a nostalgia trip; for everyone else, it’s a set of clues about the larger Marvel universe.
The Obvious Ones: Billboards and Storefronts
The most visible easter eggs are the billboards and shop signs that appear throughout the map. They’re easy to miss during a firefight, but they reward a quick look between rounds.
- Alchemax – A pharmaceutical company from the Spider-Man comics, often linked to genetic experiments and the creation of villains. You’ll see its logo on a building near the first checkpoint.
- Roxxon – The energy corporation that appears across Marvel comics, frequently as a shady corporate antagonist. Its gas station sign is near the payload path.
- Wakandan Embassy – A subtle nod to Black Panther, with the embassy’s flag and signage visible in the background of the final stretch.
- F.E.A.S.T. – The homeless shelter run by Aunt May in the Spider-Man comics. It appears as a small storefront you can actually see up close during the escort phase.
Spider-Man Specific Nods
Since Midtown is essentially a Spider-Man neighborhood, several easter eggs are direct references to Peter Parker’s life and rogues’ gallery.
- The Daily Bugle – The newspaper building is visible in the distance, and you can spot a giant screen with J. Jonah Jameson’s face on it, ranting about Spider-Man. The text is small, but it’s there.
- Oscorp – The towering Oscorp building appears on the skyline, and near the second checkpoint you can find a lab door with the Oscorp logo. It’s a nod to Norman Osborn’s company.
- Spider-Man Graffiti – On a wall near the first payload stop, there’s a spray-painted spider symbol with the words “Friendly Neighborhoodâ€� underneath. It’s a direct callback to Spider-Man’s title.
Symbiote and Venom References
The map’s storyline involves a symbiote invasion, so it makes sense that the easter eggs lean heavily into Venom and the black suit era.
- The Church – Near the third checkpoint, you’ll see a church with a broken stained-glass window. This mirrors the famous scene from Secret Wars where Spider-Man first gets the symbiote, and later the scene in Web of Spider-Man #1 where he tries to remove it in a church bell tower.
- Symbiote Goo – The black goo that covers parts of the map isn’t just decoration; it’s the same substance that bonds with hosts. You can see it dripping from vents and spreading across walls, which is a visual reminder of the invasion.
- Venom’s Head – In one alley, there’s a large, grotesque symbiote head attached to a wall. It’s not a character model; it’s a piece of the environment, but it’s clearly designed to resemble Venom’s iconic face.
Hidden Details in the Environment
Some easter eggs are so subtle you’d only notice them if you’re actively looking. These are the ones that reward exploration.
- Newspaper Stand – Near the spawn point, there’s a newspaper stand with a headline that reads “SPIDER-MENACE STRIKES AGAIN.â€� It’s a reference to the Bugle’s anti-Spider-Man campaign.
- Pizza Time – On a delivery bike chained to a lamppost, you can see a pizza box with the words “Pizza Timeâ€� on it. This is a nod to the famous line from the Spider-Man 2 movie and the character’s history as a pizza delivery guy.
- Graffiti of Other Heroes – Scattered on walls are small graffiti tags of other Marvel heroes, like a tiny Iron Man mask and a Captain America shield. They’re easy to mistake for generic street art.
Audio and Interactive Easter Eggs
Not all easter eggs are visual. Some are audio cues or small interactive elements that trigger when you get close.
- Phone Booth – There’s a phone booth near the first checkpoint that rings if you stand next to it. Answering it plays a short clip of a voice saying “Wrong number,â€� which is a classic Spider-Man trope.
- Radio Chatter – In the background, you can hear police scanners and news reports. One of them mentions a “wall-crawler� and a “man with metal arms,� referencing Spider-Man and Doctor Octopus.
- Breakable Walls – Some walls that look solid are actually destructible, and behind them you’ll find small rooms with posters or items. One such room has a poster of the “Web Warriors,â€� a team from the Spider-Verse comics.
Common Misconceptions
There are a few things players often think are easter eggs but actually aren’t.
- The Statue of Liberty – It’s visible in the distance, but it’s just a skybox element, not an interactive easter egg.
- Random NPCs – Some players think the civilians running around are references, but they’re just generic crowd models.
- The Helicarrier – You might spot a floating aircraft carrier in the sky. It’s a S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier, but it’s only a background prop; you can’t interact with it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any easter eggs related to other Marvel characters besides Spider-Man?
Yes, there are a few. The Wakandan Embassy is a Black Panther reference, and you can find a small Doctor Strange symbol (the Eye of Agamotto) carved into a doorframe near the final point. There’s also a poster for a “Stark Expoâ€� in one of the buildings, which is an Iron Man nod.
Can you destroy the environment to find hidden areas?
Yes, some walls and floors are destructible, and they often lead to small rooms with lore items or health packs. However, not every wall is breakable – only those with visible cracks or that look structurally weak. It’s worth testing a few during downtime.
Do the easter eggs change between game modes?
No, the easter eggs are static across all modes that use the Midtown map. The map doesn’t change based on whether you’re playing quick match, competitive, or a custom game. The only difference is that in some modes, the time of day might shift, which can change the lighting but not the actual content.
Is there a secret room with a special reward?
There is no secret room that gives you a reward like a skin or a title. The easter eggs are purely for flavor and storytelling. The only “reward� is the fun of finding them and the lore they add to the game.
How do I hear the phone ringing easter egg?
You need to stand directly next to the phone booth near the first checkpoint and wait a few seconds. The phone will ring, and if you’re close enough, you’ll hear the message. It only happens once per match, so if you miss it, you’ll need to start a new match to hear it again.
Are these easter eggs based on specific comic issues?
Yes, several are. The church scene is from Web of Spider-Man #1, and the newspaper stand headline is a direct reference to the Bugle’s ongoing anti-Spider-Man rhetoric from the early comics. The Alchemax and Roxxon signs are from various Spider-Man and Daredevil storylines, respectively.
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