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Initially, Rocksteady announced that their next project wouldn't be another Batman game, but instead a new venture focusing on the Suicide Squad series. Expectations were high, especially given the studio's prior successes. However, early gameplay reveals and story snippets did little to reassure fans. Many viewed the game as a misstep—one that seemed to mishandle beloved characters and creative direction.
Upon release, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League was met with heavy criticism. Critics and players criticized it for feeling like a misguided departure from Rocksteady's usual quality, with some calling it a "bastardization" of characters. The game’s mechanics, story interactions, and overall execution failed to meet expectations, and it was quickly labeled a flop.