Surprise Update Released for Kill the Justice League

A surprise update has been launched for Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, injecting unexpected vitality into this comic-book-inspired action RPG. Back in late 2024, the developers at Rocksteady announced they would cease supporting the game by 2025. Yet, against all odds, a fresh update has just been released, adding a new chapter to what has arguably been one of the video game industry’s recent disappointments.

Despite its intriguing premise, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League didn’t manage to captivate audiences, largely due to its live-service model and unremarkable storyline. Sales were far below expectations, creating hurdles for both Rocksteady and publisher Warner Bros. The ripple effects even led to layoffs and content cuts. Nevertheless, Rocksteady surprised everyone with a new update early this February, demonstrating their continued investment in the game.

Development for Suicide Squad officially wrapped up by January 2025, signaling a largely mixed farewell from its player base. Expectations were set for a final update, but this week brought a surprising twist with another patch dropping unexpectedly. The game is now on version 1.024. Although specific patch notes haven’t been shared yet, past updates have generally focused on bug fixes and content tweaks, fueling curiosity about what changes lie ahead for the title.

The anticipated last update, version 1.022, introduced various bug fixes and added the Elseworld map. January saw the conclusion of Suicide Squad’s ongoing narrative content, marking the end of its story arc. The storyline, which has been somewhat divisive, centers around the concept of taking down the Justice League, as indicated by the game’s title.

While fans can only speculate about future developments, it seems likely that this month’s surprise update may indeed be the last for Suicide Squad. Yet, those wishing to explore the game will get to do so with the introduction of an offline mode. Most of the game’s features will remain accessible, albeit without the live-service elements. Known for creating the highly esteemed Batman: Arkham series, Rocksteady has a strong legacy in the gaming world. There’s buzz that the studio might return to its Arkham roots next, but that remains to be confirmed.

Within this game, players are tasked with embodying the role of the Suicide Squad to take down DC’s finest heroes. It’s a genre-defying, third-person shooter set in the vast, open-world setting of Metropolis. Players navigate through a new narrative landscape where DC supervillains engage with an alien invasion and face Justice League heroes who now, ironically, aim to dismantle the city they once protected. Adding to the stakes, each squad member carries the burden of explosives implanted in them, ready to detonate should they show any defiance.

With each character having unique skills and movement abilities, the game offers an engaging exploration of a dynamic Metropolis. Customizable weapons and mastery of various skills enhance the gameplay experience, adding layers to the complex narrative.

Available on platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, the game initially launched on February 2, 2024. Despite its initial lukewarm reception, it does provide rich multiplayer experiences and has also incorporated the renowned Unreal Engine 4 to bring the visually captivating world of Metropolis to life. Though it may take around 10 hours to complete the main storyline, the experience it offers, along with its multiplayer mode, aims to hold players’ interest for a bit longer. However, its lasting estimation by critics remains on the weaker end of the spectrum.