WB Games is pressing ahead with another live service release, even after the disastrous performance of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, which reportedly sank $200 million. The move signals that Warner Bros. isn’t ready to abandon its pursuit of always-online games, despite fan frustration and financial pain.
WB Games doubles down on live service gamble
According to industry insiders, WB Games is already developing a new online-driven project tied to one of its most recognizable properties. The exact franchise hasn’t been confirmed, but given Warner Bros. holds both DC Comics and other blockbuster licenses, speculation is running hot. The news shows a clear intent: the publisher wants to lock down long-term engagement even if recent history casts doubt on the strategy.
Rocksteady Studios has announced that it is downsizing once again, as the failure of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League has affected the studio.
Suicide Squad failure still looms over
The shadow of Suicide Squad continues to hang heavy. Launching with rocky reviews and a steep price tag, the game struggled to find an audience. Combined with backlash over repetitive missions and forced online play, WB Games ended up with staggering losses. Many fans had hoped this flop would push the publisher back toward single-player storytelling, where it has seen far greater success.
Iconic IP could anchor the next attempt
The new live service project will reportedly tap into an iconic Warner Bros. or DC Comics IP. That gives it instant brand power, but the challenge lies in avoiding the same traps that doomed Suicide Squad. If the studio manages to balance narrative weight with ongoing content, it might rebuild trust. Still, the market is already crowded with service titles, and players are quick to drop games that fail to respect their time.
WB Games risks fan backlash with another push
Players have been vocal about fatigue from live service models. After Suicide Squad’s collapse, many argued that WB Games should lean back into single-player epics like the Arkham series or Hogwarts Legacy. By chasing subscription-like engagement, the company risks alienating its core audience. The question isn’t whether WB can fund another attempt, but whether players will give them the chance.
Future of WB Games tied to this next move
Even with $200 million lost, WB Games shows no sign of slowing. Instead, it’s doubling down on a strategy that demands consistent content drops and constant updates. If the next game sticks, it could reshape the company’s identity for years. If it fails, the cost could be more than financial it could erode the trust that once made WB’s catalog shine. For now, the publisher stands at a crossroads, and the gamble is bigger than ever.
