Ed Boon Addresses Injustice 3 Rumors While Keeping Fans Guessing
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
NetherRealm studio head Ed Boon addressed recent Injustice 3 rumors and roster leaks, clarifying that a lack of external playtests does not rule out active development.
NetherRealm development chief Ed Boon recently addressed a fresh wave of leaks and rumors surrounding the studio's next project, including reports that Injustice 3 is finally in production. According to recent findings from MP1st, the unannounced fighter might feature both Supergirl and Batwoman on its starting roster. While Supergirl is a familiar face for returning players, Batwoman would make her series debut if the roster leak holds up. Naturally, the fighting game community jumped on the reports, prompting Boon to step into the conversation on social media.
Boon initially responded to a satirical post claiming NetherRealm was partnering with Insomniac for a quadruple-A fighter, firmly debunking the joke before moving on to more serious speculation. When another user pressed him on whether the studio was actively testing Injustice 3 or new Mortal Kombat entries, Boon stated that those specific projects are not currently undergoing external testing. However, he quickly clarified that a lack of external playtests does not mean a game is not actively being built behind closed doors, leaving the door wide open for an eventual reveal.
The speculation comes at a fascinating time for DC adaptations, especially with DC Studios co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran coordinating closely with Warner Bros game developers like NetherRealm and Rocksteady. Safran previously noted that it will be a few years before players get their hands on the first wave of unified DCU titles, though Gunn confirmed they frequently review early designs and share narrative notes with developers to keep the broader universe aligned. Whether Boon is simply engaging in his usual social media misdirection or quietly gearing up for a late-year announcement at an event like The Game Awards, the appetite for a new NetherRealm fighter remains massive across the community.
As players look toward the horizon for official news, the debate over how future DC games will integrate with the broader multimedia landscape highlights just how much expectations have shifted. Modern fighting games rely heavily on long term community engagement, seasonal content, and cross-media synergy to stay relevant in a crowded market. For now, fans will have to wait and see if NetherRealm is ready to finally step out of the shadows and show what is next for its powerhouse fighting stable.
Tags: Fighting Games, NetherRealm Studios, Injustice 3, Mortal Kombat, DC Comics
Original article: IGN South Africa