Video game developer Rocksteady has lifted a portion of the non-disclosure agreement (NDA) on the closed alpha for "Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League" following media previews.
While publications expressed reservations about the game, Rocksteady — owned by Warner Bros. Discovery Inc WBD — is now allowing players to freely discuss their experiences with the closed alpha, but they are still prohibited from sharing videos and screenshots, IGN reported.
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In a statement, Rocksteady acknowledged community requests and expressed a desire to enable players to share their insights on exploring Metropolis as characters like Harley Quinn, Deadshot, Captain Boomerang, and King Shark.
"To the amazing players who tested the game, please feel free to talk and write about your gameplay experience," Rocksteady said.
In "Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League," players embody one of four supervillains battling members of the Justice League, with the option for solo or co-op gameplay in the open-world Metropolis.
This release marks a departure from Rocksteady's renowned "Batman Arkham" series, known for its single-player and story-driven focus.
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"Suicide Squad," however, embraces a live service model, featuring a battle pass and gear score progression tied to acquiring more potent loot.
Despite these elements, Rocksteady avoids explicitly labeling it a live service game, possibly to sidestep the negative connotations associated with the term.
The developer faces challenges in garnering fan support, with some expressing disappointment over the live service direction and yearning for a return to the Batman Arkham-style games.
"Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League" is set for release on Feb. 2, 2024, across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC platforms.
Image credits: Rocksteady via Steam.
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