Warner Bros. Games recently made headlines with the acquisition of Player First Games, the developer behind the popular cross-over platform fighter, MultiVersus. The exact price of the acquisition remains undisclosed, but it has been confirmed that Player First Games will continue to operate under the leadership of its co-founders, Tony Huynh and Chris White.
This move comes shortly after the relaunch of MultiVersus on May 28th. Player First Games initially worked on the game as a work-for-hire studio, showcasing their talent and dedication to the project. Warner Bros. Games was evidently impressed by their performance, leading to the decision to bring the studio under their umbrella. Interestingly, this acquisition follows the closure of the mobile division of Netherrealm Studios, the developers behind Mortal Kombat, by Warner Bros.
David Haddad, the president of Warner Bros. Games, expressed his satisfaction with the acquisition, stating, “We have worked with Player First Games over several years to create and launch MultiVersus, and we are very pleased to welcome this talented team to Warner Bros. Games. The bright and creative team at Player First Games adds to our extensive development capabilities.” The sentiment was echoed by Tony Huynh, who mentioned, “Our team is excited to join the Warner Bros. Games family, and we feel that this will be great for MultiVersus overall.”
MultiVersus offers a unique gaming experience, with its 2v2 gameplay inspired by the Super Smash Bros. series. The game features a diverse roster of characters from various Warner Bros. properties, engaging players in thrilling battles. Following its initial launch in open beta in 2022, MultiVersus underwent significant improvements before its recent return. The game’s second content season is now underway, introducing new fighters such as The Joker, Agent Smith, Jason Voorhees, Samurai Jack, and Beetlejuice.
The acquisition of Player First Games signifies Warner Bros. Games’ commitment to enhancing the MultiVersus experience for players. By integrating the development team into their operations, Warner Bros. aims to further elevate the game’s quality and appeal. Fans can look forward to exciting updates and additions to MultiVersus as the collaboration between Warner Bros. Games and Player First Games continues to evolve.
