MultiVersus's story is a cautionary tale for the gaming industry, a case study in potential unrealized, comparable to the infamous Concord debacle. Despite its impending closure, the game will conclude its run with the addition of two final characters: Lola Bunny and Aquaman.
This announcement follows considerable fan backlash, with some resorting to threats against the development team. MultiVersus game director Tony Huynh responded with a lengthy statement, pleading with players to refrain from such behavior.
Huynh apologized to fans whose desired characters weren't included, expressing hope they'll appreciate the final Season 5 content. He explained that character selection involves numerous complex factors, and his influence is less extensive than some players believed.
The shutdown announcement also sparked anger among players unable to spend their in-game tokens on the promised new characters—a perk for buyers of the $100 edition. This unfulfilled promise likely contributed to the escalating threats.