Marvel Rivals' Season 1 kicked off with a bang, introducing Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman. However, the arrival of The Thing and Human Torch was eagerly awaited. The wait is finally over! Here's the release date for The Thing and a breakdown of his abilities in Marvel Rivals.
The Thing's Release Date in Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals announced that Season 1's first half concludes, and the second half begins February 21st. This update brings rank adjustments and, most excitingly, the rest of the Fantastic Four! The Thing, alongside the Human Torch, officially joins the Marvel Rivals roster on February 21st. The Vanguard roster has been relatively small, making The Thing's arrival highly anticipated.
The Thing's Abilities in Marvel Rivals
The Thing is designed as a Vanguard—a tank—in Marvel Rivals. As a melee character, his attacks focus on close-quarters combat, punching and smashing enemies. While there are similarities to The Hulk, his specific kit requires his in-game release for complete understanding.
Based on leaks, The Thing's abilities include:
- Furious Charge: Dash forward, launching enemies into the air while leaving a stunning seismic zone.
- Battlefield Support: Quickly jump to aid a teammate, granting both damage reduction.
- Slam Moment (Ultimate): Launch all enemies in front into the air, creating kill opportunities for the team.
- Solid as a Rock (Passive): Immunity to knockback and crowd control effects.
- Team-Up Ability: Similar to Hulk, The Thing can throw Wolverine as a projectile onto the battlefield. His primary attack is a rapid-punch combo with low damage, while his secondary is a charged punch for higher damage.
The Thing appears to be a frontline tank, absorbing damage for his team. Although his abilities share similarities with Hulk or even Venom, he's not a dive tank. He might offer a strong alternative to existing tanks like Doctor Strange or Magneto, but his true role will be revealed upon release.
The Thing Team Compositions in Marvel Rivals
Based on his abilities, The Thing synergizes well with tanks like Thor, Hulk, and Peni Parker. Wolverine is a strong DPS option, as are ranged DPS characters like Hawkeye or Namor. Healers like Mantis and Luna Snow can compensate for his lower mobility.
This covers The Thing's release date and abilities in Marvel Rivals.
Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
