Marvel Rivals The Thing Release Date and Abilities

Marvel Rivals' Season 1: The Thing Arrives!

Season 1 of Marvel Rivals kicked off with Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman, leaving fans eagerly awaiting 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 addition of the remaining Fantastic Four members.

The Thing, alongside the Human Torch, joins the Marvel Rivals roster on February 21st. This expansion to the relatively small Vanguard roster is highly anticipated by players.

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The Thing's Abilities: A Tank's Arsenal

The Thing is a Vanguard-class character, essentially a tank, specializing in close-quarters combat. His attacks focus on melee strikes, punches, and devastating smashes. While reminiscent of the Hulk, his unique abilities set him apart. While full details await his release, leaked information suggests the following:

• Furious Charge: A forward dash that launches enemies into the air, leaving a stunning seismic zone.
• Battlefield Support: A quick jump to aid a teammate, providing damage reduction for both.
• Slam Moment (Ultimate): An area-of-effect attack that throws enemies airborne, creating kill opportunities.
• Solid as a Rock (Passive): Immunity to knockback and crowd control effects.
• Team-Up Ability: Similar to the Hulk, The Thing can launch Wolverine across the battlefield. His primary attack is a rapid-fire punch with low damage, 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 characters like Hulk or Venom, he's not a "dive" tank. He could potentially replace primary tanks such as Doctor Strange or Magneto, but his true role will be revealed upon his release.

Optimal Team Compositions with The Thing

Based on his abilities, The Thing synergizes well with tanks like Thor, Hulk, and Peni Parker. Wolverine is a strong DPS choice, while ranged DPS characters like Hawkeye or Namor offer good support. Healers like Mantis and Luna Snow are also excellent choices, compensating for The Thing's limited mobility.

Conclusion

The Thing's release date and abilities promise exciting new gameplay in Marvel Rivals. Prepare for his arrival on February 21st!

Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.