Marvel Rivals The Thing Release Date and Abilities

Marvel Rivals' Season 1: The Thing Arrives!

Season 1 of Marvel Rivals kicked off strong with Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman, but fans eagerly awaited the arrival of The Thing and Human Torch. The wait is finally over! Here's the release date for The Thing and a breakdown of his abilities.

The Thing's Marvel Rivals Debut:

The first half of Marvel Rivals' Season 1 concludes, making way for the second half, launching February 21st. This update includes rank adjustments and, most importantly, the remaining members of Marvel's First Family. The Thing, alongside the Human Torch, joins the Marvel Rivals roster on February 21st! The relatively small Vanguard roster has made The Thing's arrival highly anticipated.

The Thing's Abilities:

The Thing is designed as a Vanguard—a tank—in Marvel Rivals. His gameplay centers around close-quarters combat, utilizing punches and powerful smashes. While comparisons to the Hulk are understandable, his unique abilities set him apart. Pending official release, leaked abilities suggest the following:

• Furious Charge: A dash forward, launching enemies into the air and leaving a stunning seismic zone.
• Battlefield Support: A rapid jump to aid a teammate, providing damage reduction for both.
• Slam Moment (Ultimate): An ultimate ability that launches all nearby enemies, creating kill opportunities for the team.
• Solid as a Rock (Passive): Immunity to knockback and crowd control effects.
• Team-Up Ability: Similar to the Hulk, The Thing can launch Wolverine as a projectile attack. His primary attack consists of rapid, low-damage punches, while his secondary attack 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 and Venom, he isn't a dive tank. He could potentially replace primary tanks like Doctor Strange or Magneto, but his exact role will be clearer upon release.

Team Compositions:

Based on his abilities, The Thing synergizes well with tanks like Thor, Hulk, and Peni Parker. Wolverine complements his melee capabilities, and ranged DPS characters like Hawkeye or Namor are also strong choices. Healers like Mantis and Luna Snow are valuable due to The Thing's limited mobility.

This covers The Thing's release date and abilities in Marvel Rivals. The game is currently available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.