NetherRealm Studios may be gearing up for the next installment of its fan-favorite superhero fighter. A cryptic tease from a known industry dataminer has reignited speculation that Injustice 3 is not just a hopeful dream but a very real possibility — and it might already be deep in development.

“Injustice. Injustice. Injustice. 3.”

The source of the renewed buzz comes from a post on social media by the reliable leaker and dataminer MultiverSusie, who has a strong track record when it comes to unannounced fighting game content — particularly surrounding Mortal Kombat and Multiversus. On X (formerly Twitter), the leaker posted a simple, chilling message:

“Injustice. Injustice. Injustice.”
Followed minutes later by:
“3.”

No images. No logos. No further context. Just enough to get the fighting game community on high alert.

While the message is obviously vague, it’s a classic move for early-stage teases in the fighting game space — and from a source who has rarely been off the mark.

NetherRealm’s Mysterious Next Project

What adds weight to the speculation is the timing. Mortal Kombat 1 has wrapped its main DLC roadmap, and NetherRealm has been notably quiet since its release — something that typically precedes a pivot to a new title. Adding fuel to the fire are recent job listings on WB Games’ careers site, including roles for an Associate Producer and Cinematics Artist to work on a new “AAA narrative-focused fighting game.”

That description fits the Injustice model perfectly. The series is known for its cinematic story modes, deep character rosters, and tight combat mechanics that blend superhero flair with grounded, competitive gameplay.

Insider’s also learned that several former Injustice 2 animators were re-hired on contract in late 2024 — though it’s unclear whether this was for archival remaster work or something entirely new.

The Wait Might Be Over Soon

While Injustice 3 has yet to be officially announced by NetherRealm Studios or Warner Bros. Games, there have been rumors swirling since as early as 2021. Ed Boon, Creative Director at NetherRealm, has frequently acknowledged fan demand but stopped short of confirming anything concrete.

A 2022 leak stemming from a WB Games internal roadmap suggested that Injustice 3 was originally planned before being delayed to make room for Mortal Kombat 1. Now that MK1 has had its moment, the path may be clear.

If the datamine tease is legitimate — and all signs suggest it is — it may not be long before we get a proper reveal. With Summer Game Fest and Gamescom looming, fans may want to keep their eyes open.

What We Could Expect

If Injustice 3 follows the trajectory of its predecessors, we can likely expect:

• A new DC Comics storyline possibly picking up from Injustice 2’s divergent endings
• Updated character models and mechanics powered by Unreal Engine 5
• A blend of returning and new fighters, including rumored appearances from Watchmen and Peacemaker-related characters
• Expansive customization options akin to MK11’s gear system

Whether the game leans more into multiverse chaos or returns to the gritty grounded resistance tone of the original remains to be seen — but one thing’s for sure: the demand is there.

Final Thoughts

As always, it’s important to treat leaks and teases with healthy skepticism. But MultiverSusie’s reputation, paired with known developments inside NetherRealm and WB Games, suggests that the gears may already be turning.

Injustice may not stay quiet for much longer.