The future of MultiVersus hangs in the balance. Season 5, launching in early February, may be its last stand, according to industry insider AusilMV. Their source suggests the season is a desperate attempt to revive the game's flagging popularity. While this remains a rumor, the game's trajectory is undeniably concerning.
The game's initial 2022 launch saw a meteoric rise to 153,000 concurrent Steam players. However, a dramatic 99% player drop followed, leading Warner Bros. Games to shut down the project in June 2023, controversially labeling it an "open beta test." A relaunch with updates occurred in May 2024, but failed to recapture its initial success. The underwhelming performance since the relaunch has fueled speculation that Season 5's success or failure will determine the game's ultimate fate. This situation is particularly frustrating for players who purchased the premium edition, only to see the game temporarily shut down months later. The success of Season 5 is crucial for the game's continued existence.
