Summary
WithMultiVersusset to relaunch later next month, speculation around future additions to the Warner Bros. platform fighter’s roster has begun to grow once again. Characters from classic Cartoon Network shows have been hinted at in recent promotional material, but this game’s publisher owns a wide variety of other properties that also seem to have a chance of showing up. DC heroes facing off against the likes of theLooney Tunesis an image that matches the tone of similar titles likeSuper Smash Bros.andNickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, but the inclusion ofGame of Thrones' Arya Stark has established thatMultiVersusis open to more mature source material as well.
There have been several absurd memes related to including characters from serious drama shows, but aMultiVersusdeveloper addressed Walter White requestsback before the game had gone on hiatus. The level of interest fans have in theBreaking Badprotagonist led to him actually being acknowledged as a possibility, but the reality of the rights of an AMC show being separate from the WB umbrella makes that crossover highly unlikely. Similar content like HBO shows, on the other hand, are both fair game and already have a precedent in a fighter like Arya.
Characters From Mature Franchises Aren’t New to MultiVersus
Rick and Morty Represent Adult Humor
There’s some edge to Harley Quinn’s series, but Rick and Morty were essentially the firstMultiVersuscharacters from a less family-friendly animated IP. The topics covered in some ofRick and Morty’s most well-received episodescan venture into some disturbing territory for comedic effect, but it’s almost jarring that they exist alongside cartoons like Bugs Bunny.
Arya Stark’s Game of Thrones Source Material Features Some of Television’s Darkest Moments
The tone and aesthetic of the world that Arya originates contrasts heavily from those seen in any other fighter, causing her to stand out despite her appearance in theMultiVersusart style.Rick and Mortyis no stranger to violence of its own, butGame of Thronesfeatures realistic fightsand depictions of the most brutal and intimate aspects of its power struggles. If Player First Games was able to make her fit in relatively well with the rest of the cast, it could be a natural progression to see more representatives from the same network.
HBO Characters Who Could Make Sense in MultiVersus
Depending on the direction that the game’s content updates take following its return, the most appropriate choices from HBO’s catalog could vary based on how mature their source material is. There are a few iconic characters from franchises that are completely original to the network, but it’s also possible that content which has been released on it may be able to be licensed as well. Shows likeSouth ParkandAqua Teen Hunger Forcehave been distributed by HBO in deals that could allow fan requests to come true, and the old-school charm of a fighter like the Iron Giant shows that someone like Spawn is possible. Something likeThe Sopranoshas connections to video gamesand no shortage of references for moves in combat, but will still require care to fit intoMultiVersus' art style. Fighters that could come from HBO include:
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WHERE TO PLAY
CHARACTERS: Choose from Bugs Bunny, Batman, Arya Stark, Rick Sanchez, and many more. In MultiVersus, 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.MAPS: Our maps turn legendary realms like the Batman’s Bat Cave, Jake and Finn’s Treefort, Game of Thrones’ Throne Room into epic battle grounds. And the best part? We’re adding new maps regularly, so the party never stops!MODES: 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.CROSS-PLATFORM: MultiVersus has full cross-play and cross-progression support across all platforms.
