Summary
- Multiversus shuts down today, May 30, at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET.
- Offline play remains available for players who logged in after February 4.
- The game reportedly cost Warner Bros about $200 million.
Multiversus Shuts Down: The Game’s Rise and Fall
Multiversus launched in July 2022 with massive excitement, pulling in over 150,000 concurrent players on Steam alone.
The game offered a crossover brawler experience featuring Warner Bros icons like Bugs Bunny, Shaggy, Wonder Woman, and even characters like Beetlejuice and Agent Smith. Fans were thrilled by its quirky 2v2 combat, fun character roster, and unique potential in the platform fighter space.
However, after a promising beta and early sales of premium packs, the game’s journey stumbled. Warner Bros acquired Player First Games in July 2024, but the relaunch saw gameplay issues and an increase in aggressive microtransactions.
Despite adding new characters and a Season 5 update, player numbers dwindled, and fans’ frustration grew. Petitions and community efforts weren’t enough to save the title, and today, the servers go offline for good.
Lessons and Legacy
While the loss of Multiversus stings for its fans, it serves as a case study in the risks of live-service games. Many players fondly remember the creativity behind the roster and the joy of quirky matchups, even as they mourn what might have been.
For now, players can only access offline modes if they logged in after February 4, with all online features delisted from major platforms.
