*Marvel Rivals* Season 1 kicked off with a bang, welcoming Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman to the roster. Fans have been eagerly awaiting 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?
Marvel Rivals has announced that the first half of Season 1 is wrapping up, and the second half will commence on February 21st. This exciting update will not only bring rank adjustments but also introduce the remaining members of Marvel's First Family to the game.
The Vanguard roster in Marvel Rivals has been eagerly anticipating the arrival of The Thing. Mark your calendars for February 21st, as that's when The Thing and Human Torch will officially join the Marvel Rivals roster.
What Are The Thing's Abilities in Marvel Rivals?
In Marvel Rivals, The Thing takes on the role of a Vanguard, serving as a tank. As a melee character, his primary method of combat involves close-quarters combat, focusing on punches and smashes. While drawing some comparisons to The Hulk, The Thing's unique abilities set him apart. Here's a breakdown of his leaked abilities:
- Furious Charge: Dash forward, throwing enemies into the air and leaving a seismic zone behind that stuns opponents.
- Battlefield Support: Quickly leap to aid a teammate, granting both damage reduction to you and the ally.
- Slam Moment (Ultimate): Launch all enemies in front of you into the air, displacing them and providing your team with an opportunity for easy kills.
- Solid as a Rock (Passive): Become 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 fast, low-damage punches, while his secondary attack is a charged punch that deals more damage.
From these abilities, it's clear that The Thing is designed to be a frontline tank, absorbing damage and acting as a meat shield for his team. Although his abilities share some similarities with those of Hulk and Venom, The Thing is not a dive tank. He could potentially serve as an alternative to primary tanks like Doctor Strange or Magneto, but his true role will become clearer once he's in action.
The Thing Team Comps in Marvel Rivals
Considering his abilities, The Thing would synergize well with other tanks like 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 playstyle effectively.
When it comes to healers, Mantis and Luna Snow could be ideal choices given 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.
