Injustice 3 development status remains unconfirmed by NetherRealm Studios, though studio head Ed Boon addressed ongoing fan speculation on social media regarding the fighting game franchise. According to a report by IGN, Boon responded to rumors about upcoming titles by clarifying that a lack of active internal playtesting does not automatically mean a game is not in production.
Ed Boon Responds to NetherRealm Project Rumors on X
Speculation surrounding the potential third installment in the DC Comics fighting game series intensified following various unverified claims online. An X account named GCentel posted a satirical claim that NetherRealm was partnering with Insomniac Games to build what it labeled the first “AAAA verekedős játék” (fighting game). According to IGN, Ed Boon quickly dismissed the claim by replying that it was “100%-ig hamis, kérem a következő pletykát!” (100% false, please bring on the next rumor).
Following that denial, another social media user posted a list of guesses suggesting NetherRealm was actively playtesting Injustice 3, Mortal Kombat 13, or Mortal Kombat 9. Boon replied that these assertions were also false.
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Development Status Versus Playtesting Schedules
Despite shutting down specific playtesting rumors, Boon provided a broader clarification regarding how the studio handles its internal development timelines. As reported by IGN, Boon posted a follow-up statement providing broader context on how projects move through the studio:
https://x.com/noobde/status/2102752564995612978
“Értékelem az érdeklődést és a lelkesedést. De az, hogy egy játékot nem tesztelnek a készítők, még nem feltétlenül jelenti azt, hogy nem áll fejlesztés alatt.”
This distinction leaves open the possibility that Injustice 3 could be quietly progressing behind the scenes without having reached the milestone phase where broad internal playtesting begins.
Comparing Franchise Priorities at NetherRealm Studios
While the studio has officially acknowledged that a new Mortal Kombat project is in the works, details surrounding that title remain scarce.
| Franchise | Official Status | Source Attribution |
|---|---|---|
| Mortal Kombat Project | Officially announced as in the works | IGN |
| Injustice 3 | Unconfirmed; development not ruled out by studio head | IGN / Ed Boon |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Injustice 3 officially confirmed?
No. NetherRealm Studios has not officially announced Injustice 3, though studio head Ed Boon noted that projects can be in development before they reach the playtesting phase.
What did Ed Boon say about the rumors?
Ed Boon dismissed specific social media claims about active playtesting on X, but clarified that the absence of playtesting does not mean a game is not being developed.
Which studio develops the Injustice series?
NetherRealm Studios develops the Injustice franchise alongside the Mortal Kombat series.
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