*Marvel Rivals'* Season 1 kicked off with a bang, welcoming Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman to the battlefield. Fans have eagerly awaited the arrival of The Thing and Human Torch, and the wait is finally over. Here's everything you need to know about The Thing's release date and his abilities in *Marvel Rivals*.
What Is The Thing's Release Date in Marvel Rivals?
As *Marvel Rivals* wraps up the first half of Season 1, the second half is set to commence on February 21st. This exciting new phase will bring rank adjustments and, most importantly, the arrival of the remaining members of Marvel's First Family.
The Vanguard roster in *Marvel Rivals* has been eagerly anticipating the addition of The Thing. He will officially join the *Marvel Rivals* roster on February 21st, alongside the Human Torch.
What Are The Thing's Abilities in Marvel Rivals?
Designed as a Vanguard, or tank, in *Marvel Rivals*, The Thing is a melee character who thrives on close combat, delivering powerful punches and smashes. While his role shares similarities with The Hulk, The Thing's unique kit will become fully apparent upon his release.
Based on leaks, here are The Thing's abilities:
- Furious Charge: Dash forward and throw enemies into the air while leaving a seismic zone behind you that stuns enemies.
- Battlefield Support: Quickly jump to assist a teammate, granting both of you damage reduction.
- Slam Moment (Ultimate): Launch all enemies in front of you into the air, displacing them and giving your team an opportunity for easy kills.
- Solid as a Rock (Passive): You are immune to knockback and crowd control attacks.
- Team-Up Ability: Similar to Hulk, The Thing can throw Wolverine like a fastball into the battlefield. His primary attack consists of low-damage, fast punches, while his secondary is a charged punch dealing more damage.
The Thing seems poised to serve as a frontline tank, absorbing damage and acting as a meat shield for his team. Although his abilities may remind players of Hulk or Venom, he is not a dive tank. He could potentially serve as a good alternative to primary tanks like Doctor Strange or Magneto, but we'll need to see him in action to understand his exact role.
The Thing Team Comps in Marvel Rivals
Based on his abilities, The Thing will synergize well with other tanks such as Thor, Hulk, and Peni Parker. For damage dealers, pairing him with Wolverine could be beneficial, and a ranged DPS like Hawkeye or Namor would complement his frontline presence. As for healers, Mantis and Luna Snow are good options, given The Thing's limited mobility.
That wraps up The Thing's release date and abilities in *Marvel Rivals*. Get ready to see him in action when he joins the roster on February 21st.
*Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.*
