Warner Bros. Games Acquires ‘MultiVersus’ Developer Player First Games

Warner Bros. Games has announced the acquisition of Player First Games, the developer behind the new free-to-play platform fighter game “MultiVersus.” Player First Games will continue to be led by co-founders Tony Huynh and Chris White, who will now report to Carlos Barbosa, vice president and studio head of Warner Bros. Games San Diego.

“MultiVersus,” developed by Player First Games with production support and live management from Warner Bros. Games San Diego, features a roster of popular characters from Warner Bros. Discovery franchises. The game launched on May 28 and is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.

The acquisition comes amid widespread layoffs and studio closures in the gaming industry, affecting major companies like Microsoft, Sony, EA, Take-Two Interactive, and Riot Games. David Haddad, president of Warner Bros. Games, expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, highlighting the long-standing collaboration with Player First Games in creating “MultiVersus” and welcoming the talented team to Warner Bros. Games.

Tony Huynh, head of Player First Games, shared his excitement about joining Warner Bros. Games, emphasizing that the integration will enhance the “MultiVersus” game experience and benefit players.

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