Here’s a full breakdown of The Thing’s abilities, class, and when you can play him in Marvel Rivals.
Marvel Rivals is keeping the excitement going with its mid-season 1 update, and fans couldn’t be more thrilled. Alongside Human Torch, The Thing is joining the battle, bringing his raw strength and durability to the battlefield.
This update is not just about new heroes, it’s also packed with major gameplay changes that players have been waiting for. Let’s take a look at The Thing’s abilities and what makes him a powerhouse in Marvel Rivals.
Who is The Thing in Marvel Rivals?
The Thing, also known as Ben Grimm, is a legendary member of the Fantastic Four. He’s known for his rock-like exterior and incredible strength, making him an unstoppable force in any fight.
In Marvel Rivals, The Thing is classified as a Vanguard, meaning he’s a frontline brawler built to take hits and protect his team.
Marvel Rivals: The Thing’s Abilities and Stats
The Thing is all about durability and hard-hitting melee attacks. Here’s a full breakdown of his abilities:
- Passive – Solid as a Rock: Grants him immunity to knockback and other displacement effects.
- Primary Attack – Combination Punch: A series of quick, powerful punches that dish out consistent melee damage. [LMB]
- Thunderbolt Punch: A devastating charged punch that deals heavy damage to enemies in its path. [RMB]
- Furious Charge: Rushes forward, scooping up enemies in his way and slamming them down at the end of the charge. [LSHIFT]
- Battlefield Support: Leaps toward a teammate, reducing incoming damage for both him and the ally. [E]
- Ultimate – Slam Moment: Unleashes a powerful shockwave, knocking enemies into the air and dealing massive area damage. [Q]
His Team-Up Ability with Hulk allows them to perform the Fastball Special, where The Thing can throw Wolverine at enemies for a surprise attack.
The Thing Release Date in Marvel Rivals
The Thing will be available in Marvel Rivals on February 21, 2025, launching alongside Human Torch in the mid-season 1 update. The best part? He’s completely free for all players, so you can start playing him right away.
Aside from new heroes, the Season 1.5 update is bringing long-awaited balance updates to some of the game’s most popular characters. If you want to see what’s changing, the patch notes have already been leaked, check them out here.
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