*Marvel Rivals'* Season 1 kicked off with a bang, introducing Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman to the game. Fans have eagerly awaited the arrival of The Thing and Human Torch, and the wait is finally over. Here's the scoop on The Thing's release date and an overview of 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 drawing to a close, with the second half set to commence on February 21st. This new phase will not only bring rank adjustments but also the much-anticipated arrival of the rest of Marvel’s First Family. The Vanguard roster in *Marvel Rivals* has been somewhat limited, 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?

In *Marvel Rivals*, The Thing is classified as a Vanguard, serving as a tank. He is a melee-focused character, primarily engaging enemies with punches and close-range smashes. While he shares some similarities with The Hulk, The Thing's full capabilities will become clear upon his release. Here are his leaked abilities:

• Furious Charge: Dash forward, throw enemies into the air, and leave a seismic zone behind that stuns opponents.
• Battlefield Support: Quickly leap to assist a teammate, granting both yourself and your ally damage reduction.
• Slam Moment (Ultimate): Launch 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): Gain immunity to knockback and crowd control (CC) 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, rapid punches, while his secondary attack is a charged punch that deals higher damage.

Based on these abilities, The Thing appears to be a frontline tank, serving as a durable shield for his team. Although his abilities may resemble those of Hulk or Venom, he is not designed as a dive tank. He could potentially replace primary tanks like Doctor Strange or Magneto, but we'll need to see him in action to fully understand his role.

The Thing Team Comps in Marvel Rivals

Considering his abilities, The Thing could synergize well with other tanks like Thor, Hulk, and Peni Parker. For DPS roles, Wolverine might be an excellent choice, while ranged DPS characters such as Hawkeye or Namor could complement him effectively. As for healers, Mantis and Luna Snow could be good matches, 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.*