Summary
Despite the fact thatMultiVersuswill shut down this May, fans are making their voices heard regarding the fighting game and its newest update, which has received near-universal praise.MultiVersusmade several highly requested changes to its gameplay with its Season 5 release, though it seems to be too little too late, as this will be the game’s final content update. This has prompted fans to share their thoughts aboutMultiVersusonline and has even sparked a new #SaveMultiVersus trend on Twitter.
First launched as a beta back in 2022,MultiVersushas endured a long and rocky road. Filled with iconic characters and a unique blend of fighting game features,MultiVersussought to flip the genre on its head, debuting as a free-to-play title for a wide range of systems. While support for the game grew along with its player base, problems were clear from the start, with many critiquingMultiVersus' monetization methods and grindy progression.MultiVersusrelaunched in 2024, though these issues persisted, with player counts steadily dropping. Eventually, Warner Bros. pulled the plug, confirming support thatMultiVersuswould wrap up permanently in 2025. However,MultiVersusrecently rolled out a new update that has sparked a lot of discussion and excitement from fans.
While there’s a cloud ofnegativity regardingMultiVersusclosing up shop, impressions of the game’s fifth and final season are incredibly positive, leading to movement online. Fans hopped intoMultiVersusSeason 5 for the first time on February 4, and while the update added Aquaman and Lola Bunny as new fighters, it also made extensive movement and gameplay changes. These changes result in a faster-paced game, somethingMultiVersusfans have been asking for since the beginning. Entertainment news account Cartoon Base revealed that a #SaveMultiVersus had started trending shortly after the update dropped with over eight thousand posts. This number now rests at over 13,000, with some fans even adding the hashtag to their display name on the site.
Developer Player First Games sharedMultiVersus' Season 5 combat changesonline prior to the update dropping, sparking a lot of discussion and excitement from fans. The highlight video showed off speedy combos and movement, indicating the game would be moving away from the “floaty” gameplayMultiVersushad previously been known for. Patch notes revealed that there had been a reduction to hitpause for “most attacks in the game,” in turn makingMultiVersusfeel tighter and quicker.
Season 5 will act as the game’s last content update, withMultiVersusofficially shutting down on May 30. The game will be removed from digital storefronts, and online play will be deactivated, leavingMultiVersusfans with only an offline option. The shutdown ofMultiVersusis certainly a disappointing one and is something that will likely prompt fans to ask “what if” for years to come.
MultiVersus
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.
