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 look at his abilities.

The Thing's Marvel Rivals Debut

Marvel Rivals has announced the conclusion of Season 1's first half, with the second half commencing on February 21st. This update includes rank adjustments and, most importantly, the addition of the remaining Fantastic Four members.

The Thing, alongside the Human Torch, will officially join 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 designed as a Vanguard—a tank—in Marvel Rivals, specializing in close-quarters melee combat. His attacks will primarily involve punches and devastating smashes. While sharing similarities with the Hulk, his unique abilities set him apart. While specifics await his official release, leaked information reveals the following:

• Furious Charge: A forward dash that launches enemies into the air, leaving behind a stunning seismic zone.
• Battlefield Support: A quick jump to assist a teammate, providing damage reduction for both.
• Slam Moment (Ultimate): An ultimate ability that sends all nearby enemies airborne, 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 hurl Wolverine across the battlefield. His primary attack consists of rapid, low-damage punches, while his secondary attack is a powerful charged punch.

The Thing appears to be a frontline tank, absorbing damage for his team. Although his abilities share some similarities with the Hulk and Venom, he isn't a dive tank. He could potentially replace primary tanks like Doctor Strange or Magneto, but his true role will be determined upon 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 also complement his abilities. Healers like Mantis and Luna Snow are good choices, given The Thing's limited mobility.

This covers The Thing's release date and abilities in Marvel Rivals. Get ready to experience the power of the ever-lovin' blue-eyed Thing!

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