Marvel Rivals' Season 1 kicked off with a bang, introducing Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman. However, the highly anticipated arrival of The Thing and Human Torch kept players waiting. The wait is finally over! Here's the release date for The Thing and a breakdown of his abilities in Marvel Rivals.
What Is The Thing’s Release Date in Marvel Rivals?
Marvel Rivals has announced the conclusion of Season 1's first half, with the second half commencing on February 21st. This update brings rank adjustments and, most excitingly, the remaining members of Marvel's First Family.
The Thing, alongside the Human Torch, officially joins the Marvel Rivals roster on February 21st. With the Vanguard roster currently limited, The Thing's arrival is highly anticipated.
What Are 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 his playstyle shares similarities with The Hulk, a closer look at his kit is needed upon release.
Based on leaks, here's a preview of The Thing's abilities:
- Furious Charge: Dash forward, launching enemies into the air while leaving a stunning seismic zone.
- Battlefield Support: Quickly assist a teammate, providing damage reduction for both.
- 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 attack. His primary attack consists of rapid, low-damage punches, while his secondary is a charged punch for increased damage.
The Thing appears to be a frontline tank, absorbing damage for his team. While sharing similarities with Hulk or Venom, he doesn't seem to be a dive tank. He could potentially replace primary tanks like Doctor Strange or Magneto, but his true role will be clearer after his release.
The Thing Team Comps in Marvel Rivals
Based on his abilities, The Thing synergizes well with tanks like Thor, Hulk, and Peni Parker. Wolverine is a strong DPS choice, as are ranged DPS characters like Hawkeye or Namor.
Healers like Mantis and Luna Snow are good options, given The Thing's 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.
