Marvel Rivals' Season 1 is gearing up for an exciting second half, launching February 21st. This update brings rank adjustments and, most importantly, the highly anticipated arrival of The Thing and Human Torch, completing the Fantastic Four roster.
The Thing's Arrival in Marvel Rivals
The Thing's official release date is February 21st. His inclusion significantly bolsters the currently limited Vanguard roster.
The Thing's Abilities: A Leaked Overview
The Thing is a melee Vanguard, or tank, designed for frontline combat. His abilities, based on leaks, suggest a focus on crowd control and team support:
- Furious Charge: A dash attack that throws enemies airborne and creates a stunning seismic zone.
- Battlefield Support: A quick dash to aid a teammate, granting both damage reduction.
- Slam Moment (Ultimate): A powerful ultimate that launches 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 launch Wolverine as a projectile attack. His primary attack is a rapid-fire punch, while his secondary is a charged, higher-damage punch.
While sharing similarities with tanks like Hulk and Venom, The Thing's playstyle is distinct. He's positioned as a frontline bulwark, absorbing damage for his team, but not necessarily a "dive tank."
Potential Team Compositions
Based on his abilities, The Thing synergizes well with tanks like Thor, Hulk, and Peni Parker. Wolverine is a strong DPS option, as are ranged DPS characters like Hawkeye or Namor. Healers like Mantis and Luna Snow could be valuable due to The Thing's limited mobility.
Ultimately, The Thing's precise role and effectiveness will be determined upon his release and further gameplay analysis. However, his kit strongly suggests a valuable addition to any team composition.
Marvel Rivals is currently available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
