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Marvel Rivals continues to dominate the gaming scene in 2025, with its vibrant cast of Marvel heroes and villains enthralling players. Much of the game’s popularity stems from its magnificent collection of cosmetic skins, which turn fan-favorite characters such as Spider-Man, Scarlet Witch, and Thor into bold, multiversal versions. Skins, ranging from the sleek Iron Spider to the retro-inspired Joe Fixit Hulk, have become a cultural phenomenon.
The community thrives on dataminers’ leaks, which reveal new cosmetics weeks before official announcements, pushing anticipation into overdrive. Recent leaks have shown a plethora of summer event skins that promise to take the game’s appeal to the next level. Among these are lively, beach-themed designs for characters such as Jeff the Land Shark and Squirrel Girl, paired with seasonally appropriate attire. However, one summer outfit that has recently leaked has players excited more than ever: a long-awaited skin for The Thing in ‘a thong. ‘
New Marvel Rivals comic teases The Thing in a thong and more summer skins coming soon
According to popular Rivals leaker Miller Ross, the new Marvel Rivals Infinity comic features some of the unseen outfits for the current roster that, according to the leaker, may arrive soon in the game. Earlier on the cover, summer skins for Jeff and Squirrel Girl were leaked that feature beach outfits for the characters.
However, the latest leak inside the comic book pages has revealed one of the most awaited skins by fans, which features The Thing wearing spectacles and a “thong” or a swimsuit on the beach while reading a book. The same art posted by Miller also features a new Hela skin, a Doctor Strange outfit, and a stunning all white Storm costume.
It also features a new look at the Squirrel Girl and Jeff skins that were leaked briefly but thus confirm how the characters will actually look once these costumes are released during Season 2. But The Thing outfit is that sparked excitement among fans, where one said, “After twerking Venom it was only a matter of time.”
Another chimed in, “Thing in a speedo? I need that.” A third user commented, “The thing? More like the Thong, gimme that skin now.” While NetEase is going all in on risque skins, like the latest Emma Frost X-Revolution, it’s quite a strong possibility that The Thing in a Thong would become a reality quite soon as the latest Season 2 progresses.
Marvel Rivals
- Platform(s): macOS, PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
- Genre(s): Fighting, Shooter