London, UK – Warner Bros. Discovery expressed disappointment with the performance of “Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.” Chief Financial Officer Gunnar Wiedenfels acknowledged that the game did not meet the company’s expectations since its release on February 2 at a price of $70.
During a financial call, Warner Bros. Discovery did not disclose specific sales figures for the game developed by Rocksteady. However, the company indicated that the underperformance of Suicide Squad has positioned its games business for a challenging year compared to the previous year, when “Hogwarts Legacy” became the best-selling game of 2023.
The lackluster reception of Suicide Squad was evident in the game’s performance on the Steam platform, where the number of concurrent players significantly dropped from its peak shortly after launch. With only 480 players active at the time of the report, the game’s popularity has dwindled.
Critics echoed the sentiment of disappointment, with IGN’s review of Suicide Squad giving it a mediocre rating of 5/10. The review highlighted the game’s repetitive and uninspiring gameplay, despite having a potentially engaging storyline.
While the long-term plans for Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League remain unclear, reports suggest that Joker will soon be introduced as a playable character. Hints of other iconic characters like Batman, Flash, Green Lantern, Mrs. Freeze, Lawless, and Deathstroke potentially joining the game have sparked speculation among players.
As the future of the game remains uncertain, Rocksteady and Warner Bros. Discovery face the challenge of reviving interest in Suicide Squad and keeping players engaged with new content updates and character additions. The fate of the game hinges on their ability to address the criticisms and deliver a more satisfying gaming experience for fans.