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

*Marvel Rivals'* Season 1 kicked off with a bang, introducing Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman to the roster. Fans have been eagerly awaiting 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 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 nearing its end, and the second half will commence on February 21st. This new phase 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 relatively small, so the addition of The Thing is highly anticipated. 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 classified as a Vanguard, serving as a tank in *Marvel Rivals*. As a melee character, his primary mode of attack involves close-range combat through punches and smashes. While he shares some similarities with The Hulk, The Thing's unique abilities set him apart. Here's a breakdown of his abilities, based on leaks:

• Furious Charge: Dash forward, throwing enemies into the air and leaving a seismic zone behind that stuns enemies.
• Battlefield Support: Quickly jump to aid a teammate, granting both you and the teammate damage reduction.
• Slam Moment (Ultimate): Launch all enemies in front of you into the air, displacing them and creating opportunities for your team to secure kills.
• Solid as a Rock (Passive): Grants immunity 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 low-damage, fast punches, while his secondary is a charged punch dealing more damage.

The Thing appears to be a primary tank designed to stay on the frontline, absorbing damage for his team. Although his abilities may resemble those of Hulk or Venom, he is not a dive tank. He could potentially serve as a good replacement for other primary tanks like Doctor Strange or Magneto, though his true role will become clearer once he's in action.

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 or a ranged DPS like Hawkeye or Namor could be effective. As for healers, Mantis and Luna Snow might be good choices, given The Thing's limited mobility.

And there you have it—everything you need to know about The Thing's release date and abilities in *Marvel Rivals*.

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