The Thing's Release Date and Abilities in Marvel Rivals

Marvel Rivals' Season 1 kicked off with a bang, welcoming Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman to the roster. Fans have eagerly awaited the arrival of the remaining Fantastic Four members, and the wait is finally over. Here's the release date for The Thing and an overview of his Marvel Rivals abilities.

What Is The Thing's Release Date in Marvel Rivals?

Marvel Rivals has announced that the first half of Season 1 is coming to an end, and the second half will commence on February 21st. This update will not only bring rank adjustments but also introduce the rest of Marvel's First Family to the game.

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?

The Thing is designed to be a Vanguard, a tank role, in Marvel Rivals. As a melee character, his primary attacks involve close-quarters combat with punches and smashes. While comparisons can be drawn to The Hulk, The Thing's unique abilities will set him apart once he's released.

Here are The Thing's abilities based on leaks:

• Furious Charge: Dash forward, throwing enemies into the air and leaving a seismic zone that stuns opponents.
• Battlefield Support: Quickly jump to assist a teammate, granting both damage reduction.
• Slam Moment (Ultimate): Launch enemies in front of you into the air, displacing them and providing your team with opportunities for easy kills.
• Solid as a Rock (Passive): Immune to knockback and crowd control attacks.
• Team-Up Ability: Similar to Hulk, The Thing can throw Wolverine into battle like a fastball. His primary attack consists of fast, low-damage punches, while his secondary is a charged punch dealing higher damage.

From these abilities, The Thing appears to be a frontline tank, serving as a durable meat shield for his team. While his abilities share similarities with those of Hulk or Venom, he is not a dive tank. He might serve as a good replacement for primary tanks like Doctor Strange or Magneto, but his true role will become clear once he's in action.

The Thing Team Comps in Marvel Rivals

Based on his abilities, The Thing would synergize well with tanks like Thor, Hulk, and Peni Parker. For DPS roles, pairing him with Wolverine could be effective, and a ranged DPS like Hawkeye or Namor would complement his playstyle.

For healers, Mantis and Luna Snow are recommended due to The Thing's limited mobility.

And there you have it—the release date and abilities of The Thing in Marvel Rivals.

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