The Thing's Release Date and Abilities in Marvel Rivals Revealed

The excitement for *Marvel Rivals* Season 1 has been palpable, especially with the addition of Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman to the roster. Fans have eagerly awaited the arrival of the remaining members of the Fantastic Four, and the wait is finally over. Here's everything you need to know about The Thing's release date and an overview of his abilities in *Marvel Rivals*.

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

As *Marvel Rivals* approaches the end of the first half of Season 1, the game has announced that the second half will kick off 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 Thing, a highly anticipated Vanguard character, 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 classified as a Vanguard, functioning as a tank in *Marvel Rivals*. As a melee character, his primary method of combat involves close-quarters combat with punches and smashes, drawing some comparisons to The Hulk. However, to fully understand his capabilities, we'll need to see him in action post-release. Based on leaks, here's a breakdown of The Thing's abilities:

• Furious Charge: Dash forward, throwing enemies into the air and leaving a seismic zone behind that stuns foes.
• Battlefield Support: Leap to aid a teammate, granting both of you damage reduction.
• Slam Moment (Ultimate): Launch enemies in front of you into the air, displacing them to set up potential kills for your team.
• Solid as a Rock (Passive): Grants immunity to knockback and crowd control (CC) attacks.
• Team-Up Ability: Similar to The Hulk, The Thing can throw Wolverine like a fastball into the fray. His primary attack consists of quick, low-damage punches, while his secondary is a charged punch that deals more damage.

The Thing appears to be designed as a frontline tank, absorbing damage to protect his team. Although his abilities share some similarities with those of The Hulk or Venom, he is not classified as a dive tank. He could serve as a replacement for primary tanks like Doctor Strange or Magneto, but his true role will become clearer once he's in the game.

The Thing Team Comps in Marvel Rivals

Based on 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 effective, while a ranged DPS like Hawkeye or Namor could complement his playstyle. For healers, Mantis and Luna Snow would be good choices as The Thing lacks mobility.

That wraps up everything about The Thing's release date and abilities in *Marvel Rivals*. Get ready to see him in action when he joins the roster on February 21st.

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