Director James Gunn has revealed theDCextended universe is planning to enter into the world of video games in the future. The well-known director has been a staple of superhero films for both DC and Marvel in recent years, working on franchises likeGuardians of the GalaxyandAvengers.Gunn was named as a co-chairof DC’s film division last month alongside producer Peter Safran, with the two having previously worked together on 2021’sTheSuicide Squad. Now, Gunn has suggested DCU video games may be on the way.WhileDC’s extended universe has yet to fully step into gaming, the comic book giant’s many properties are no stranger to video game adaptations. TheBatmanfranchise has been a part of gaming culture since early consoles with some series like theBatman: Arkhamgames seeing critical acclaim. AWonder Womangame is also currently in development byMiddle-Earthstudio Monolith Production with no confirmed release date. Now, James Gunn has revealed the DC extended universe is set to include video games as well.RELATED:DC Comics Reveals The Joker’s Real NameA seemingly innocuous tweet from James Gunn has revealed that DC may be planning video game extensions of its cinematic universe. The reveal comes in the form of a simple “Yes” in reply to a fan asking about the potential inclusion of video games within the DC universe alongside its films and TV shows. While DC has yet to confirm any official games based within the cinematic universe, several movies are currently in production withShazam,The Flash, andAquamanall confirmed to be receiving new filmsnext year.
While DC may not have any confirmed plans surrounding the cinematic universe’s move into video games, DC Comics has already made its mark on games in recent years. Warner Bros. crossover fighterMultiVersushas seen multiple popular DC superheroes added to the game, includingthe recently released Black Adamalongside the DC movie of the same name. DC heroes have also been a popular subject of family-oriented games likeLego DC Super-Villainsand the upcomingDC Justice Leaguefrom Outright Games.
The DC cinematic universe’s foray into video games would follow in the footsteps of its major competitor in Marvel. Marvel’s own cinematic universe properties have often featured in games based on its high-profile films likeGuardians of the GalaxyandAvengers. Marvel has also seen success with several other games not intrinsically tied to the cinematic universe, likeInsomniac’sMarvel’s Spider-Manseries. Games based in the DC extended universe would look to extend the stories and offer fans another way to experience the iconic comic book publisher’s franchises.
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