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Marvel Rivals Season 6 is here, and with it comes a brand-new mini-game event! The Whac-a-Jeff event launches alongside Season 6, challenging players to complete missions and catch the fastest, sneakiest shark in the game. Feed chimichangas to Deadpool and unlock exclusive rewards, including Jeff's 8-Bit Bash costume completely free. Let's dive into everything you need to know about the Whac-a-Jeff event in Marvel Rivals.
Whac-a-Jeff Event Duration
The Whac-a-Jeff event starts on January 16, 2026, at 9:00 AM UTC. The event runs throughout Season 6, giving you plenty of time to complete missions and earn all the rewards.
How Whac-a-Jeff Event Works
The Whac-a-Jeff event features a unique arcade-style progression system. The event works kinda similarly to previous Marvel Rivals seasonal events where you complete different missions to unlock various rewards.
Based on what we noticed in the bottom right corner of the event screen showing "9/3 chimichangas," we assume you'll need to collect 3 chimichangas to perform one whac. However, we'll update this section with complete details on how the mission system and chimichanga collection works once the update goes live on January 16th.
All Whac-a-Jeff Event Rewards
The Whac-a-Jeff event includes several cosmetic rewards you can unlock by completing missions. The confirmed rewards include:
- Jeff 8-Bit Bash Costume
- Exclusive Gallery Cards
- More cosmetics and items to unlock
- Units
Based on the event trailer, there will likely be 9 total rewards available during the Whac-a-Jeff event. We'll update this section with the complete reward list, including all emotes, sprays, nameplates, and other cosmetics, once the event launches on January 16th.
What Else Is Coming in Season 6
The Whac-a-Jeff event is just one part of the massive Season 6 update! Deadpool joins the Marvel Rivals roster as a new playable hero, bringing his signature chaotic energy to the battlefield. Alongside his launch, Deadpool receives his own Captain Pool costume available in the store. Season 6 also brings significant hero adjustments and gameplay changes - check out our balance changes post for all the details on what's new!
