MultiVersus Dev Mourns Game, Condemns Threats After Shutdown

The game director of MultiVersus, Tony Huynh, has publicly addressed the "threats to harm" developers following the announcement of the game's shutdown. Player First Games, the developer behind the Warner Bros. brawler, confirmed that Season 5 would be the final season, with servers shutting down in May, a year after the game's relaunch. Players can still enjoy offline modes like local gameplay and training, and use existing in-game currencies until the end of support on May 30. However, the game will be removed from digital stores, and no refunds are planned, leading to backlash from players, particularly those who purchased the $100 premium Founder's Pack. Many feel "scammed," and the game has faced review bombing on Steam.

In a detailed statement on Twitter, Huynh expressed gratitude towards the team, IP holders, and players, emphasizing the team's dedication and creativity. He apologized for the delay in addressing the community, acknowledged the pain felt by players and developers alike, and condemned the threats against the team. Huynh encouraged players to enjoy the remaining time with Season 5 and continue supporting other fighting games, reflecting on the positive impact these games have had on his life.

Community manager Angelo Rodriguez Jr. defended Huynh on X/Twitter, highlighting his commitment to the game and the community, and condemned the threats against him. Rodriguez stressed that PFG had put their heart into MultiVersus and hoped players would appreciate the improvements in the final season.

The shutdown of MultiVersus adds to Warner Bros. Games' recent challenges, following the disappointing launch of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. The parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery, reported significant financial losses from both games. Amid these setbacks, Warner Bros. is focusing on key franchises like Hogwarts Legacy, Mortal Kombat, Game of Thrones, and DC, particularly Batman, to improve their gaming division's performance.