Get Ready to Melee as Your Favorite Warner Bros. Characters with New ‘MultiVersus’ Game

You ever wondered what it would be like to see bug Bugs Bunny fight Wonder Woman? If so, weird, but congratulations, there’s a new game for you! Announced in 2021 and beta-tested between July 2022 and June 2023, “MultiVersus” is a free-to-play crossover fighting game in the vein of “Super Smash Bros.” but featuring characters from various Warner Bros. properties such as Tom and Jerry, Arya Stark from “Game of Thrones,” DC staples including Batman, Superman, and the Joker, and even Rick and Morty. In a recently released trailer, latest additions were revealed to include Jason Voorhees and Agent Smith from “The Matrix” franchise.

The game’s official description reads: “Step into the fray of our MultiVerse, where every match is a wild jamboree of iconic characters throwing down in wonderfully weird ways. Pair Marvin the Martian and Arya Stark, or Velma with Batman. Get ready for a rollercoaster of fun and discover a universe of endless possibilities! Every star brings their unique moves, worlds and attitudes to fight. And as the roster expands, so does the spectacle — with new personalities and play styles turning up the heat in every battle. Get ready to throw down in iconic places like the Batman’s batcave, Jake and Finn’s Treefort and ‘Game of Thrones’’ throne room. Our maps turn legendary realms into epic battle grounds — and the best part? We’re adding new maps regularly, so the party never stops! Whether you’re seeking the intensity of 1v1, the frenzy of a 4-player mayhem, or team up for strategic 2v2 battles, we’ve got you covered. Plus, introducing an all new PvE mode, a thrilling realm of limitless combat possibilities designed for solo or co-op play. Grab a seat and get comfy — our Multiverse is all about good vibes and unexpected delights, always bringing something new to the table: With regular content drops and ongoing quality improvements there’s always something new brewing.”

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The game officially launches as a free download on May 28th for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 consoles, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One consoles, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). Watch the trailer below.

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