MultiVersushas brought a large roster of some of the best Warner Bros. characters into a brawler setting, making for some entertaining matches. From thePowerpuff GirlstoSamurai Jack,MultiVersuscovers a lot of classic franchises, but one of the most notable brands represented is DC Comics. Since its launch,MultiVersushas brought an eclectic variety of heroes and villains to the game, and with DC’s film series amid a major reboot, it could soon be the perfect time to celebrate with a special in-game event.
James Gunn’s upcomingSupermanfilmis the first movie to be released under his management of the franchise, bringing another full-blown reboot of the DC cinematic universe to life.MultiVersusmay already feature its own version of Superman, but the arrival of a brand-new adaptation of one of the world’s most iconic superheroes could set the stage for some fresh variants for the game’s DC characters and even some newcomers.
MultiVersus Could Benefit From the New DC Cinematic Universe
Current DC Characters Featured in MultiVersus
It’s mostly unclear where James Gunn’s leadership will take this new version of DC, but once his Superman film launches this summer,MultiVersus' Superman could benefit from including variants inspired by versions of the Kryptonian that have made waves in the 21st century. Whether it be newcomer David Corenswet, Henry Cavill, or even Brandon Routh,MultiVersushas several unique takes on the hero to use for variants.
In honor of this fresh version of the DC cinematic universe,MultiVersuscould bring both the old and new versions of superheroes to the game through alternate cosmetics. While they have yet to show up in James Gunn’s DC world, Wonder Woman has had her own spin-off starring Gal Gadot, while there have beenthree versions of Batmanthis century with Christian Bale, Ben Affleck, and most recently, Robert Pattinson.
James Gunn’sSupermanis scheduled to hit theaters on July 08, 2025.
With such a large roster of adaptations to draw from,MultiVersushas a treasure trove of variant possibilities to consider. When it comes to villains,The Joker and Harley Quinn, there is just as much variety on that front, as well. A Joker variant could take inspiration from Heath Ledger or Jared Leto’s portrayal, while Harley Quinn could have a Lady Gaga variant, sinceMultiVersus' default version of the character already resembles Margot Robbie’s take on the villain.
Making the Most of a Brand-New Film Universe
Whilethe DC cinematic universehas had more trouble than its competitor, Marvel, when forming a cohesive brand,MultiVersuswould be a strong way to celebrate all of these adaptations. It may not have been a perfect path forward for DC’s film aspirations, but if James Gunn’s direction is able to pull off a successful film universe, thenMultiVersuswould only benefit from such a crossover event.
Since the game’s launch,MultiVersus' character rosterhas continued to grow steadily, but a large-scale in-game event to celebrate a potential new chapter for Warner Bros. might be a powerful method of drawing in both longtime and new players. While this is just speculation, it would still serve as a powerful marketing tool for Gunn’s first DC film.
MultiVersuscould also potentially add characters from Gunn’s film, like Guy Gardner’s Green Lantern and Mister Terrific.
Ever sincethe first trailer forSupermandropped, theories about what Gunn’s adaptation has in store for viewers have been circulating. As the film’s release draws near, it will be intriguing to see ifMultiVersusjumps at the chance to help ring in the arrival of the movie. It remains unclear, butMultiVersusand Warner Bros. could be missing a big opportunity if not.
