MultiVersus's impending shutdown in May, following the conclusion of Season 5, hasn't dampened the enthusiasm of its player base. A recent update dramatically increased combat speed, a long-requested change that has revitalized gameplay and sparked a fervent #SaveMultiVersus social media campaign.
The game's fifth and final season launched on February 4th, introducing Aquaman and Lola Bunny as the last playable characters, as previously announced by developer Player First Games. However, the update's significant gameplay overhaul, focusing on faster-paced combat, has completely shifted the narrative. This fundamental adjustment, a long-standing player request, has arrived just as the game is being decommissioned.
A Season 5 Combat Changes Preview video showcased the accelerated combat. The difference is striking; characters execute combos and traverse the screen with unprecedented speed. This marks a significant departure from the sluggish gameplay criticized during the 2022 beta and even surpasses the speed improvements seen in last year's relaunch.
Patch notes attribute the speed increase to a reduction in hitpause across most attacks. This impacts all characters, with several receiving additional speed buffs. Morty, LeBron, Iron Giant, Bugs Bunny, Black Adam, and others feel noticeably faster due to changes enabling faster falls during certain aerial attacks. Garnet's adjustments balance her already high speed by altering her ringout potential.
MultiVersus Season 5 has essentially transformed the game, offering players far more than just two new characters. The irony is that this significant improvement coincides with the game's impending closure on May 30th. Once the servers shut down, seasonal content will cease, and the game will be removed from digital stores, leaving only offline modes.
This unexpected turn of events has left fans both heartbroken and amazed. The game's transformation into the experience players always envisioned is bittersweet, arriving just as it's about to disappear. Comments across social media reflect this sentiment, with many expressing disbelief and disappointment. Professional players like Mew2King have questioned the timing of the speed increase. Reddit users lament the missed opportunity, comparing the situation to games that succeeded despite flawed monetization because they nailed the core gameplay from the start.
The Season 5 update has addressed numerous long-standing issues, resulting in a more polished and refined experience. Despite the confirmed shutdown, the potential of the improved game has ignited a spark of hope among fans, prompting calls for a potential reversal of the closure decision.
While Player First and Warner Bros. haven't indicated any change of plans, the community continues to celebrate the improved gameplay, sharing memes and expressing their bittersweet feelings. The free premium battle pass for Season 5 serves as a final gesture. MultiVersus will officially shut down at 9 am PT on May 30th, marking a poignant end for a game that finally reached its full potential just as it was being retired.
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