MultiVersusbrings together an expansive roster from various Warner Bros. TV shows, cartoons, and films. With more characters yet to come, both confirmed and rumored,MultiVersuscould very well be a serious competitor to other brawlers such asSuper Smash Bros.However, whileMultiVersushas cast a broad net for characters, many of them are still currently in the pop culture zeitgeist. The likes of Ben 10, the Joker, or Eleven fromStranger Things, all of whom areleaked characters forMultiVersus,are obvious choices for their ongoing popularity.
However, recentlyMultiVersusrevealed Stripe would be joining the roster from the classicGremlinsfranchise, alongside Black Adam and possibly fellow Gremlin Gizmo. As the firstGremlinsmovie released back in 1984, this represents an effort to acknowledge the legacy of Warner Bros. properties for Player First Games. While leaks point to more current characters, Player First Games should consider bringing more classic movie characters out from the archives to give them a new lease of life.
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Mad Maxstarted in 1971, and featured a protagonist who was significantly different to the character viewers might remember from the most recentMad Max: Fury Road.Established as an antihero, Max was initially part of the Main Force Patrol in a dystopian Australia where civil order had broken down following oil shortages. While Max has evolved across the series, adding in such a radically different character toMultiVersuscould help assure players that there will always be something for everyone, especially whenMad Max’slast underrated gamereleased in 2015.
Willy Wonka From Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory (1971)
With a captivating performance from the late Gene Wilder, Willy Wonka was brought to life in the early 1970s. Based on the work of Roald Dahl, the intrepid chocolatier-turned-inventor would bring a unique moveset toMultiVersus, with some inspiration from the movie’s events such as Fizzy Lifting Drinks or WonkaVision. The 2005 adaptation starring Johnny Depp or the upcoming2023Wonkaprequel with Timothee Chalametcould further influence the character, or even provide alternative ideas for moves, map designs, or costumes.
Atreyu and Falkor From The NeverEnding Story (1984)
Many parts ofThe NeverEnding Storyhave made their way into popular culture, includingThe Neverending Story’stheme song appearing inStranger Things. But characters such as Atreyu and Falkor are perhaps the movie’s most recognizable, especially when they take prominence in its promotional material. Atreyu would be an excellent alternative for a sword fighter akin to Arya Stark, but Falkor could provide Player First Games some interesting source material to work with. Moreover, the ominous threat that The Nothing could present for map design has equal potential.
The Goonies and Sloth From The Goonies (1985)
Despite asequel toThe Gooniessequel being teased decades later, the original movie remains a cult-classic. It centers a ragtag group of kids embarking on a quest to find the treasure of One-Eyed Willy so they can save their homes from foreclosure, all while fighting The Fratellis crime family. ThoughThe Gooniesdoesn’t have one explicit lead character, possible additions could include any of the children within the group. However, Sloth’s unique characterization and brute strength could make him the better option for a fighter.
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Audrey 2 From Little Shop of Horrors (1986)
Audrey 2 fromLittle Shop of Horrorswould be a perfect addition toMultiVersusthanks to its blend of camp and surreal horror. BothGizmo fromGremlinsand Audrey 2 came from Chinese shops with unusual needs, but while Gizmo must never eat after midnight, Audrey 2 needs human blood to survive, sparking the movie’s events as Audrey 2 eats and grows. With a moveset possibly similar toSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate’sPiranha Plant, Audrey 2 could help avoid the overuse of humanoid characters.
The Mask From The Mask (1994)
Popularized by Jim Carrey,The Maskwas a loose adaptation of a Dark Horse Comics' series of the same name. While Dark Horse Comics is currently seeing success withThe Umbrella Academy,MultiVersuscould bringThe Mask into its roster as more of a classic addition. The wild, zany character would complement the game and could matchLooney Tunes’goofy combat style. Additionally, coming up with alternative cosmetic items and outfits should be very easy thanks to The Mask’s iconic appearance.
Austin Powers From Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997)
Austin Powers is like James Bond, a womanizing playboy-come-spy, only steeped in the 1960s with a groovy fashion sense and personality. Bringing this unique flair toMultiVersuscould shake up the roster and provide something different for players. Though meant for a more adult audience due to its heavy use of innuendo,Austin Powersis arguably no less adult thanGame of Thrones,which already has a representative in Arya Stark.
Besides these suggested characters, other leaks of potential characters indicate that Player First Games is going to consider other classic Warner Bros. like The Wicked Witch of the West orBeetlejuice coming toMultiVersus. Given the already growing list of characters rumored to be upcoming inMultiVersus, Player First Games will have plenty to work on as the game expands.
MultiVersusis available now on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
