Marvel Rivals Season 1: The Thing Arrives!
Season 1 of Marvel Rivals kicked off strong with the addition of Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman. However, 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
Marvel Rivals has announced the conclusion of Season 1's first half and the commencement of the second half on February 21st. This update includes rank adjustments and, most importantly, the arrival of the remaining members of Marvel's First Family.
The relatively small Vanguard roster in Marvel Rivals has generated considerable anticipation for The Thing's release. He'll officially join the game on February 21st, alongside the Human Torch.
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The Thing's Abilities in Marvel Rivals
The Thing is designed as a Vanguard—a tank—in Marvel Rivals. His gameplay centers on melee combat, utilizing punches and close-quarters attacks. While his style shares similarities with The Hulk, his unique abilities set him apart. Details on his full kit will be revealed upon his release.
Based on leaks, The Thing's abilities include:
- Furious Charge: A dash forward, launching enemies into the air and 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 launching enemies, creating kill opportunities for the team.
- Solid as a Rock (Passive): Immunity to knockback and crowd control effects.
- Team-Up Ability: Similar to Hulk, The Thing can throw Wolverine as a projectile attack. 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, acting as a damage sponge for his team. While sharing some similarities with Hulk or Venom, he's not a dive tank. He could potentially replace primary tanks like Doctor Strange or Magneto, but his exact role will be clearer once he's in-game.
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 option, and ranged DPS characters like Hawkeye or Namor also pair effectively. Healers like Mantis and Luna Snow are good choices, given The Thing's lower mobility.
That's a preview of The Thing's release date and abilities in Marvel Rivals.
Marvel Rivals is currently available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
