Ethan Crossfield 
Players hoping to return to the DC universe should keep Injustice 3 on their watchlist, but not treat the latest report as an announcement. A now-deleted listing described an in-person test for an unreleased AAA 2D fighting game in Culver City, California. Its location, format, and timing have led fans to connect it with NetherRealm Studios’ long-rumored sequel, although the project was never named.
What changed in the Injustice 3 rumor?
Good Gamer Group reportedly sought experienced fighting-game players for sessions scheduled on September 14 and 15. Participants would have spent four hours testing the unreleased game and sharing feedback with its developers, with compensation of $250. Applicants were expected to rank within the top 25% of a major 2D fighting game, with Street Fighter 6, Guilty Gear Strive, Granblue Fantasy Versus, and The King of Fighters given as examples.
The listing did not mention Injustice 3, NetherRealm Studios, or Warner Bros. Games. Even so, Culver City is home to Warner Bros. Discovery offices, making the location an important part of the speculation. NetherRealm is headquartered in Chicago, so the venue alone does not establish a direct connection to the studio.
Why Injustice fans are paying attention
The description of an AAA 2D fighter fits both Mortal Kombat and Injustice more closely than games built around three-dimensional movement. That narrows the possibilities, but it does not identify the game. Another unannounced fighting project could still be behind the playtest.
The report also arrives alongside other unconfirmed signs pointing toward a new Injustice. Earlier this year, an artist working for Warner Bros. Games reportedly included the sequel on a resume before the information circulated publicly. Voice actors linked to earlier Injustice games have also hinted at a possible return, while NetherRealm has continued hiring after its latest Mortal Kombat release.
The timing matters because Injustice 2 launched in 2017. The series began with Injustice: Gods Among Us in 2013, followed by the expanded roster, Gear System, and story campaign of its sequel. NetherRealm then released Mortal Kombat 11 in 2019 and Mortal Kombat 1 in 2023, leaving the DC series inactive while attention remained on its other major franchise.
What players should expect next
There is no official announcement for Injustice 3, and the reported playtest revealed none of the details players would need before making plans. No roster, story, platforms, release window, or gameplay changes were identified. A playtest would suggest that a playable build exists, but it would not guarantee that an announcement is close or that the project will be released.
For now, the sensible approach is to follow official updates from NetherRealm Studios and Warner Bros. Games rather than assume the listing confirms the sequel. If the mystery title is Injustice 3, the test could indicate that development has progressed beyond the earliest stages. Until the companies identify the game, however, the report remains circumstantial evidence rather than a leak with confirmed details.
What players should know
- The reported test involved an unnamed AAA 2D fighting game in Culver City, California.
- The sessions were listed for September 14 and 15, with four-hour appointments and $250 compensation.
- The listing did not name Injustice 3, NetherRealm Studios, or Warner Bros. Games.
- No roster, platforms, story information, release date, or gameplay details were provided.
- NetherRealm and Warner Bros. Games have not officially confirmed a new Injustice game.
Expert View
The playtest is a credible reason to revisit the Injustice 3 discussion, particularly when combined with earlier resume and casting-related speculation. However, the available evidence does not distinguish the project from another unannounced 2D fighter. The strongest conclusion is that a relevant AAA fighting game may be in testing, not that Injustice 3 has been definitively revealed.
