Rocksteady Studios, known for its acclaimed Batman: Arkham series, has ventured into the darker side of the DC Comics universe with “Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.” Published by Warner Bros. Games, this action shooter serves as a spin-off to the Arkham series, taking place five years after the events of “Batman: Arkham Knight.”
The game centers around Task Force X, also known as the Suicide Squad, a group of notorious villains—Captain Boomerang, Deadshot, Harley Quinn, and King Shark—recruited by Amanda Waller to combat the alien invader Brainiac in Metropolis. The twist? The Justice League, brainwashed by Brainiac, becomes the target. Players can explore the open-world design of Metropolis either solo or cooperatively, embracing the chaos and destruction brought by this unlikely team of antiheroes.
Initially announced in August 2020, the game faced several delays before finally hitting the shelves on February 2, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S. The deluxe edition granted early access to eager players starting on January 29.
Patrick Ball a Junior at Eleanor Roosevelt High School had this to say, “All I hope is the game is as unique and innovative as Rock Steady’s other games”
The gameplay offers a dynamic experience with four playable characters, each possessing unique skills, weapons, and traversal methods. The inclusion of a cooperative multiplayer mode enhances the gaming experience, allowing players to team up to take down Brainiac’s brainwashed Justice League. A skill tree progression system and post-launch content in the form of “seasons” promise ongoing excitement, with new locations and playable characters.
The storyline immerses players in a universe familiar to Batman: Arkham series fans. Waller’s Suicide Squad, thrust into Metropolis’s chaos, faces the daunting task of eliminating the Justice League. However, the journey takes unexpected turns, introducing iconic characters such as Wonder Woman, Lex Luthor, and The Flash, all under Brainiac’s control.
The plot unfolds through Metropolis’s streets as the Suicide Squad seeks weapons and recruits other villains to aid their mission. The narrative weaves through multiple universes, adding depth and complexity to the overarching threat posed by Brainiac. The game masterfully balances action and storytelling, presenting challenges that push players to strategize and adapt.
Andrew Yang, A Senior at Eleanor Roosevelt High School, had this to say about the game, ” I am very excited to see what Rocksteady is able to produce, especially after the Batman Arkham Trilogy.”
The development process saw meticulous attention to detail, resulting in a visually stunning and narratively rich gaming experience. With Rocksteady Studios’ proven track record in crafting superhero narratives, “Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League” is a thrilling addition to the DC gaming universe, offering players the chance to step into the shoes of the antiheroes tasked with an unthinkable mission.