In a significant turn of events for fans of the popular crossover fighting game ‘Multiversus’, Warner Bros. Games has announced that the game will cease operations as of June 25, 2023. The game’s official Twitter account confirmed the news on May 21, 2023, detailing the ramifications for players. Players will no longer be able to access the game after the specified date, marking an end to the beta phase that began on July 2022. Warner Bros. cited various complications that have led to this difficult decision, stating that ‘the game’s continued development was not sustainable’.Fans took to social media sharing a mixture of sadness and frustration regarding the shutdown. One user lamented, ‘I can’t believe it’s coming to an end so soon.’ While another stated, ‘I really enjoyed the game, but I get why it didn’t catch on’. Players who made in-game purchases will not be left empty-handed: Warner Bros. has pledged to offer refunds for all purchases made during the beta phase, including skins and characters.In addition to player reactions, the announcement carries implications for the future of the franchise. The company indicated that they are exploring other opportunities for ‘Multiversus’, but no concrete plans have been disclosed yet. The closure announcement follows the release of Season 5, which introduced new characters and features, raising questions regarding the sudden shutdown after new content was added. As players come to terms with the end of ‘Multiversus’, they look back on the game’s unique character lineup that included beloved figures from across various franchises, such as Batman, Shaggy, and Adventure Time’s Finn. The decision to close servers comes at a time when multiplayer games are navigating increasingly competitive landscapes, highlighting the challenges faced by developers in keeping games alive. Fans of ‘Multiversus’ are encouraged to keep an eye on future communications from Warner Bros. regarding potential new content or spin-offs.
Multiversus Officially Shut Down: Players React to Server Closure and Refunds
