Further details regarding a potential Injustice 3 have emerged, following a reported playtest leak last week. Information surfaced on the resume of a stunt worker who previously collaborated with developer NetherRealm, indicating the inclusion of Supergirl and Batwoman in the rumored DC fighting game's roster.
MP1st reported that the resume, belonging to Mackensi Emory, referenced Injustice 3, although mentions of the game have since been removed. Emory reportedly participated in motion capture sessions for the title, specifically portraying both Supergirl and Batwoman. Supergirl's presence is anticipated given her significant role in Injustice 2's narrative. However, Batwoman's inclusion comes as a surprise, particularly because the character is established as deceased in the canonical Injustice comic books.
The continuity between the Injustice games and their accompanying comic series has historically been strong. The potential inclusion of a character who is dead in the comics raises questions about how this might be reconciled. Possibilities include a revival within the superhero genre's conventions or the emergence of a new character adopting the Batwoman mantle, a common narrative device.
It is also possible that the upcoming title may diverge from the established timeline of the previous games, serving as a soft reboot with new iterations of iconic DC characters. The stunt worker's resume also confirmed the involvement of animator and stunt coordinator Jake Huang, who previously worked on NetherRealm's Mortal Kombat 1.
NetherRealm Studios has not officially announced Injustice 3, nor has a release date been provided. Based on the studio's typical development cycles, a new Injustice title could potentially be released around 2027, following Mortal Kombat 1's launch in 2023.