Jeff the Land Shark has a new mission in Marvel Rivals, and this time he needs your help tracking down lost stars scattered across two of the game's hub areas. The Jeff's Superstar Search event runs from September 17 through October 9, 2026, giving you 22 days to find the stars hidden across Times Square and Hellfire Bay Beach. You only need 10 stars to hit Superstar status and claim every available reward, so there's plenty of breathing room.
How does Jeff's Superstar Search work?
Each day at 2 AM PT, a new star appears somewhere in one of the two hub areas, accompanied by a cryptic clue pointing you toward its exact location. You have 24 hours to collect it before the next one drops. Since the event runs for 22 days and you only need 10 stars, you can miss up to 12 days without losing any rewards.
If hunting stars isn't your style, the event also offers Match Star Hunting objectives as an alternative path. That said, finding the hidden stars is faster once you know where to look.
Event schedule: when does it start and end?
The event kicked off on September 17, 2026 and runs through October 9, 2026, a 22-day window. Stars refresh daily at 2 AM PT, and each one stays active for exactly 24 hours before the next clue replaces it.
All star location and clue solution
Below are the confirmed star locations for each day the event has been live. This section updates daily as new clues drop.
September 17 star location
Clue:"Atop a roof of golden thatch, Jeff readies for takeoff, dreaming of soaring the skies as a Superstar."
Head to Hellfire Bay Beach. The "golden thatch" in the clue refers to the roof of the spawn building. You'll need a character who can reach high places, such as a flier, to get up there. The star sits right in the middle of that roof.
Day 1 Star Location
September 18 star location
Clue:"Atop a cascade of crimson steps, Jeff stares at the blinding billboards, waiting for his Superstar face to light up the city."
This one is in Times Square. The "cascade of crimson steps" points directly to the iconic Times Square stairs. No special character ability required here; just walk up the stairs and collect the star waiting at the top.
Day 2 Star Location
September 19 star location
Clue:"Hidden behind a vehicle gifting shifting sizes, a shrunken Jeff prepares to conquer the insect world as their Superstar."
Two Pym trucks exist in the game, one in each hub. For this clue, you want the Hellfire Bay Beach version. Walk left from spawn until you find the Pym-ini Sandwich cart. The star is tucked directly behind it.
September 20 star location
Clue:"Beside a bronze hero of justice, a little shark gears up, ready to defend the spotlight as a brave Superstar."
This one is in Times Square, right in front of the Captain America statue at the center of the area. Hard to miss once you know what you're looking for.
September 21 star location
Clue:"Perched above the round cabana, Jeff hangs strings of festive lights, hoping to outshine them all as a Superstar."
Head to Hellfire Bay Beach and turn left from spawn. Look for a podium decorated with strings of lights. The star sits toward the back of that podium structure.
What are the best characters for reaching hard-to-reach stars?
Several star locations sit on elevated surfaces, rooftops, or structures that ground-based characters can't easily access. Fliers and climbers have a clear advantage. The September 17 star on the Hellfire Bay Beach spawn roof is a direct example: the clue itself hints at "soaring the skies," which is a reliable signal that you'll want a mobile hero.
When a clue mentions heights, elevation, or flight, swap to a character with vertical mobility before heading into the hub area. For a deeper look at Jeff's own kit and how he moves through the game, the Jeff the Land Shark complete guide breaks down every ability and trick worth knowing.
Tips for completing Jeff's Superstar Search efficiently
- Check the clue keywords carefully. Words like "thatch," "crimson steps," or "billboards" map directly to specific visual landmarks in each hub area.
- Match the hub area first. Each clue is set in either Times Square or Hellfire Bay Beach. Identify the location before worrying about the exact spot.
- Bring a mobile hero when in doubt. Elevated stars require vertical movement. Fliers are the safest default pick.
- You have 24 hours. There's no need to rush the moment the reset hits at 2 AM PT. Any time before the next reset counts.
- 10 out of 22 is enough. Missing a day doesn't derail your progress. The event is designed with buffer days built in.
For a broader look at everything happening in the game right now, the full Marvel Rivals guides collection covers events, hero breakdowns, and seasonal content in one place.