MultiVersus’character roster is consistently expanded with dynamic figures. The game’s community is constantly speculating on potential new additions, with leaks from prominent members of the community seemingly popping up all the time. With such a dedicated player base, it’s no surprise that plenty of gamers are looking forward to one ofMultiVersus’ most recently leaked characters. However,MultiVersuscould have capitalized on the rapturous success of one film if it had slated this character for a previous season.
Casual players ofMultiVersusmay be unaware of the game’s tie-in comics, which began their release in mid-September 2024. Not only did these tie-in comics feature establishedcharacters like Bugs Bunny, Jake and Finn fromAdventure Time, Steven Universe, and DC’s Trinity, but they also teased characters that could be headed toMultiVersusat some point in the future. According to recent leaks, one of these characters - the Wicked Witch - could be headed to the fighting game shortly. However, it would have made more sense if she released a bit earlier.
The Wicked Witch of the West Flies into MultiVersus
MultiVersus: Collision Detectedhas a short six-issue run. Since this run was published by DC Comics, Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman serve as its protagonists. The comic’s first issue is titled “Level One: The Rabbit, The Witch, and The Star Child.” While the Rabbit and the Star Child are obviousreferences to Bugs Bunnyand Steven Universe, determining who the Witch could be onMultiVersus’ character roster is a tad more difficult. Fortunately, the comic soon reveals the Witch to be none other than the Wicked Witch of the West.
With this tie-in essentially making the Wicked Witch of the West canon to theMultiVersusuniverse, players in the know about the comic series have been expecting the character to fly intoMultiVersus’ roster for some time. However, recent leaks by anestablishedMultiVersusleakeron X (formerly Twitter) allege that she will head to the game in Season 6.
Predicting how she would fit into the roster is also very simple. Because Player First and Warner Bros. Games would likely give her some form of magical powers and flying abilities, Mage is the most likely archetype for the Wicked Witch of the West to slot into. Also known as Ranged fighters, Mages tend to use traps and projectiles. Othermagic users like Ravenfall under this archetype, though magic users aren’t exclusively Mages inMultiVersus.
Since a large handful ofMultiVersusplayers are aware that the Wicked Witch of the West will be headed to the game at some point, it’ssurprising thatMultiVersusdid not simply capitalize on the comic tie-ins and add her onto the character roster during Season 3 when the comics were released. However,MultiVersus: Collision Detectedisn’t the only propertyMultiVersuscould have capitalized on.
MultiVersus Missed a Wicked Opportunity
As of writing,Wickedhas made almost $700 million at the worldwide box office. This musicalprequel toThe Wizard of Ozhas crushed recordsand skyrocketed in popularity. The film was released on Thanksgiving of 2024, duringMultiVersus’ Season 3. This is also the same season thatMultiVersus: Collision Detectedwas released, making it an optimal time for the game to introduce the Wicked Witch of the West toMultiVersus. For some reason, though, it didn’t happen.
There are a few reasons thatMultiVersusmay not have added the Wicked Witch of the West during Season 3. Theseason introduced the Powerpuff Girlsand Nubia as playable characters.MultiVersusincluded The City of Townsville map at launch, but not the map’s source protagonists. It makes sense that the Powerpuff Girls would be added toMultiVersusat some point, and it’s quite possible that the game did not want the Wicked Witch of the West to dtstract from the trio’s addition.
The ownership of the Wicked Witch of the West is also a bit confusing.Wickedis a film by Universal Studiosand the originalWizard of Ozfilm was produced by MGM Studios. It’s possible that Warner Bros. did not want to add the Wicked Witch of the West toMultiVersuswhen it could conflict with another studio, though Warner Bros. and Universal have collaborated plenty of times, namely in amusement parks.
While the Wicked Witch of the West’s addition toMultiVersusmay have missed theWickedbuzz, she’ll certainly make the multiverse wicked on her own.
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CHARACTERS: Choose from Bugs Bunny, Batman, Arya Stark, Rick Sanchez, and many more. In MultiVersus, every star brings their unique moves, worlds and attitudes to fight. And as the roster expands, so does the spectacle — with new personalities and play styles turning up the heat in every battle.MAPS: Our maps turn legendary realms like the Batman’s Bat Cave, Jake and Finn’s Treefort, Game of Thrones’ Throne Room into epic battle grounds. And the best part? We’re adding new maps regularly, so the party never stops!MODES: Whether you’re seeking the intensity of 1v1, the frenzy of a 4-player mayhem, or team up for strategic 2v2 battles, we’ve got you covered. Plus, introducing an all new PvE mode, a thrilling realm of limitless combat possibilities designed for solo or co-op play.CROSS-PLATFORM: MultiVersus has full cross-play and cross-progression support across all platforms.
