MultiVersus presented two last characters while fans threaten game developers

MultiVersus's story is a cautionary tale in game development, a case study alongside the infamous Concord failure. Despite its impending closure, the game will conclude its run with the addition of two final characters: Lola Bunny and Aquaman.

This announcement follows significant fan backlash, with some resorting to threats against the development team. In response, MultiVersus game director Tony Huynh issued a public statement, pleading with players to refrain from such behavior.

Huynh apologized for the unmet expectations of fans who hoped to see their preferred characters join the roster. He expressed optimism that players would still appreciate the content in the game's final Season 5. He also explained that character selection is a complex process involving numerous factors, and his personal influence is often overestimated.

The shutdown announcement further fueled frustration, particularly regarding the inability to spend in-game tokens on new characters—a promised benefit for buyers of the $100 edition. This unfulfilled promise may have contributed to the escalating threats.