For the full launch of Multiversus, a variety of new content, features, modes, and other updates are planned.
The open beta for Multiversus, which began on July 26, 2022, will end on June 25, 2023, ahead of the free-to-play platform fighting game’s full launch in early 2024, according to publisher Warner Bros. Games and developer Player First Games.
The MultiVersus open beta is now available on Steam for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
Get the full message from Player First Games and a FAQ below.
■ Message from Player First Games
Hi everyone,
This is Tony from Player First Games.
I’m here today on behalf of the entire MultiVersus team to say thank you for your support during our Open Beta. We’ve been excited to see the interest and enthusiasm from the community and your feedback has been invaluable. We continue to be humbled by the awards the game has received and excited to see the enjoyment that MultiVersus has brought to players.
Throughout our Open Beta, we’ve been working hard to build the best gameplay experience, and we appreciate all of the inspiration you’ve given us. Our Open Beta has been an important learning opportunity for us and a stepping stone to the next phase of MultiVersus.
We know there’s still a lot of work to do. As a result, we have a clearer view of what we need to focus on, specifically the content cadence of new characters, maps and modes to give you more ways to enjoy the game, along with updated netcode and more matchmaking improvements. We’ll also be reworking the progression system based on your feedback and looking at new ways for you to connect with your friends in the game.
To do this the right way, we will be closing the MultiVersus Open Beta on June 25, 2023. As part of this process, we’ll be pausing updates and taking the game offline as we prepare for the launch of MultiVersus, which we are targeting for early 2024.
I’m sure you’re wondering what this means for you. During this downtime, all online modes and features will be unavailable. You will have limited offline access to the training room (known as The Lab) and local matches, along with access to your characters and cosmetic items within these modes.
We do know that this news might be disappointing, but rest assured, MultiVersus will be back. We’ll also ensure that all of your progress and content will carry over when MultiVersus returns next year, with a variety of new content, features and modes. Along the way, we’ll be providing updates so keep an eye on our social channels and website, as well as our dedicated FAQ.
Thank you again to the entire MultiVersus community. We greatly appreciate your passion and excitement and can’t wait to share our next chapter with you.
■ Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MultiVersus Open Beta closing?
The MultiVersus Open Beta will be closed on June 25, 2023.
When will the MultiVersus Open Beta close?
We’ll provide the exact time of day on June 25 as we get closer to the date.
Why is the MultiVersus Open Beta closing?
The MultiVersus Open Beta has been an important learning opportunity and a stepping stone to the next phase of the game. There is still a lot of work to do, and we have a clearer view on where we need to focus, specifically on the content cadence of new characters, maps and modes to provide more ways to enjoy the game, along with netcode and matchmaking improvements.
We’ll also be reworking the progression system and looking at new ways for players to connect with friends in the game. To do this the right way, we will be closing the MultiVersus Open Beta on June 25, 2023. As part of this process, we’ll be pausing updates and taking the game offline as we prepare for the launch of MultiVersus, which we are targeting for early 2024.
When will MultiVersus launch?
We are targeting early 2024 for the launch of MultiVersus.
Will MultiVersus still be available for download?
MultiVersus will be temporarily removed from digital storefronts and unavailable for download beginning on April 4, 2023. The game will be available for download until that time.
Will Gleamium still be available for purchase?
Gleamium will be temporarily removed from digital storefronts and unavailable for purchase beginning on April 4, 2023. Gleamiumwill be available for purchase until that time.
Will MultiVersus be available between now and June 25, 2023?
For those who have downloaded the game before April 4, 2023, MultiVersus will be fully available until the Open Beta closes on June 25, 2023.
Will the MultiVersus Season 2 Battle Pass be extended past March 31, 2023?
The Season 2 Battle Pass will be extended through June 25, 2023, which is when the Open Beta is scheduled to close. During this time, Daily Missions will continue to be added for players to earn additional Battle Pass points, until the game is taken offline on June 25. Weekly Seasonal Milestones, however, will no longer be refreshed beginning on March 31, 2023.
If players delete MultiVersus, will they be able to reinstall the game after April 4, 2023?
For players who have downloaded the game before April 4, 2023, they will be able to re-download MultiVersus from their system after the game is removed from digital storefronts on April 4 and after the game is taken offline on June 25, 2023.
If players have MultiVersus installed, will any in-game modes be available after June 25, 2023?
Those who have downloaded MultiVersus before April 4 will have limited offline access to the training room (known as The Lab) and local matches, along with access to previously earned or purchased characters and cosmetic items within those modes. Please note, all online modes and features will be unavailable during this downtime, until the game returns next year.
Will there be any additional MultiVersus in-game updates available after June 25, 2023?
We’ll be pausing all MultiVersus updates after April 4, 2023, and taking the game offline on June 25, 2023, as we prepare for launch, which we are targeting for early 2024.
What will happen to previously earned or purchased in-game content after the Open Beta closes?
All progress and previously earned or purchased content will carry over when MultiVersus returns in early 2024. This includes unused Gleamium, Battle Pass tokens, character tickets, and any other in-game items—all content will carry over to the game next year.
Will refunds be available for previously purchased content?
This announcement does not change any current refund policies or terms offered by the storefront(s) from which Founder’s Packs or Gleamium bundles were purchased. For more information, please visit the customer support pages for PlayStation, Xbox, Steam and Epic Games. Additionally, refunds are not available as a result of the Open Beta closure. However, all progress and previously earned or purchased content will carry over when MultiVersus returns in early 2024.
What changes will be implemented as part of the MultiVersus launch?
We plan to focus on several areas, including the content cadence of new characters, maps and modes; netcode and matchmaking improvements; progression system updates; and much more. We’ll have additional details to share as we get closer to the launch.
Will new characters and modes be added to MultiVersus as part of the launch?
Players can expect a variety of new content, features, modes and other updates. We’ll have more details to share as we get closer to the launch.
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The end of the open beta is bittersweet, as fans will have to wait until early 2024 to experience the full game. However, this gives the developers time to fine-tune the game and ensure that it delivers the best possible experience for players.
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