Summary
NetherRealm could be working on the thirdInjusticegame, at least according to aMultiVersusdataminer. Combining the 2D fighting action NetherRealm is renowned for with the heroes and villains of DC Comics, the originalInjustice: Gods Among Uspresented an alternate continuity in which Superman and other members of the Justice League turned to the dark side, creating an oppressive regime opposed by Batman and his allies. To date,Injusticehas a sequel, multiple tie-in comics, and even an animated movie adaptation.
A thirdInjusticegame has been rumored for some time, and this speculation will surely intensify now that fans think NetherRealm might be finished withMortal Kombat 1. Earlier this month,NetherRealm releasedMortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition, a repackage of 2023’s fighting game reboot that includes all of its post-launch DLC so far. While this doesn’t necessarily mean that NetherRealm is done making content forMortal Kombat 1, hardcore fans are worried that there won’t be a third DLC character pack or additional story content.
On the other hand, this might free up NetherRealm to make the long-awaitedInjustice 3, andVGCreports that one unlikely source has suggested that it could be on the way.MultiVersusdataminer MultiverSusie recently took to Twitter to complain about how the game shutting down for the first time in 2023 was an “injustice.” They added thatMultiVersusshutting down againat the end of May is another “injustice,” then noted that being left without any new leaks to share is a third “injustice.” MultiverSusie followed up with another post consisting solely of the number 3, implying that their repeated use of the word “injustice” was deliberate on their part.
Injustice 3 Could Be in Development
While MultiverSusie is largely known for sharing leaks aboutMultiVersus, both it and theInjusticeseries are published by WB Games and even share a few playable characters from the DC universe. As such, it stands to reason that MultiverSusie could have come across information pointing toInjustice 3being in development at NetherRealm, though it should be pointed out that nothing has been officially confirmed yet and that any claims should be taken with a grain of salt for now.
2017’sInjustice 2left room to continue the franchise’s alternate universe storyline, and there are still plenty of popular DC heroes and villains that could be added to a third game’s roster. With the future ofMortal Kombat 1in question and WB Games announcinga renewed focus on Batmanand other DC superheroes, now might be the time for NetherRealm to flash the Batsignal a third time and pit the forces of the Regime and Insurgency against each other for the fate of Earth 49 once again.
Injustice 2
WHERE TO PLAY
Power up and build the ultimate version of your favourite DC legends in INJUSTICE 2.EVERY BATTLE DEFINES YOU: With every match you’ll earn gear to equip, customise and evolve your roster.A NEW THREAT RISES: Picking up where Injustice left off, Batman struggles against Superman’s regime, as a new threat appears that will put Earth’s very existence at risk.THE BEST OF DC: Choose from the biggest DC Universe roster ever and battle across iconic locations in epic-scale battles.BUILT BY NETHERREALM: Developers of the best-selling and critically acclaimed MORTAL KOMBAT franchise.
