DeveloperRocksteadyhas already achieved massive success in the realm of comic book games with theBatman:Arkhamseries. These stealth-action titles not only redefined how involved a superhero game could be, but they also provided a supreme showcase for the Dark Knight and his vast history of allies and enemies. Now, the creators shift focus to an ensemble piece,Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.
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As evidenced by the name,this new titleexpands the character roster to include both a superhero and supervillain team. Why stop there, though? As long as the developers are venturing outside of Gotham City, this is a perfect chance to see some lesser-knownDCfaces.
10Polka Dot Man
Fans know this flamboyantly dressed villain was popularized bythe recent James Gunn film.Considering how well-received that movie was with such D-list characters, the developers would be fools not to take advantage of its success.
There’s also the inherent humor of a guy called Polka Dot Man. His very presence creates a comical contrast with the DC’s more intense characters. This would be especially effective if the game is set in theArkhamuniverse. The jokes and memes practically write themselves.
9The Doom Patrol
This DC team is somehow even more mismatched than the Suicide Squad. The characters could get this more classical superhero group to help them fight the Justice League, and it would make for an enjoyable (if predictable) brawl.
Alternatively, the creators could take inspiration from theDoom PatrolTV show and comics. These workspaint their characters' powers as truly disturbing, tying them in with mental illness and other psychological conflicts. Such a cerebral approach would make for some downright trippy sequences akin to the hallucinations in pastArkhamtitles. Rather than straight horror, however, these new segments could reflect the show’s dark comedy, a tone perfect for this more upbeat game.
8Bronze Tiger
An antihero trained in hand-to-hand combat and with knuckle claws to back that up, Bronze Tiger turns those tools on anyone in his way in brutal fashion. His martial arts mastery would fitArkham’s free-flow combat perfectly.
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He’d be even more appropriate for this game since he’s been in the Suicide Squad a number of times. Of course, he’s also fought against such crooks just as often. This makes him a wild card, one that either plagues or aids the team throughout the tale.
7Jessica Cruz
TheGreen Lantern Corpshas remained largely unexplored in the gaming sphere. Whenever one of these galactic cops do show up, it’s often mainstay Hal Jordan.Suicide Squadremedies this by going with the more interesting John Stewart version, butthere’s still room for more.
Meet Jessica Cruz, a young woman whose PTSD has made her afraid to even leave her apartment. At first glance, she seems like the last person fit to wear a Green Lantern ring. Thankfully, she overcomes that fear when it matters most. This bravery would arguably be more meaningful if she has to go against a brainwashed Stewart or another senior Lantern. Not to mention, a downbeat heroine serves as an amusing foil for the wackier characters on display here.
6Etrigan
Jason Blood is as damaged as any Batman villain; the catch is that he’s a hero. He just lives with a demon inside him, and reciting a rhyme brings that demon to the surface. The only thing hotter than his temper is his flame breath.
Despite their creepy imagery, theArkhamgames have stayed away from magic for the most part. Etriganwould open that door in an explosive way. His monstrous appearance makes him practically indistinguishable from the rest of the horrific aesthetic, making it easier for audiences to buy his existence within this world. If need be, though, he can conjure more fear than Killer Croc, King Shark, or any creature in Gotham.
5Owlman
Believe it or not, the derivative design is intentional. Owlman hails fromthe Crime Syndicate of America, a tyrannical version of the Justice League from an alternate universe. As the counterpart to Batman, he would allow the Suicide Squad to battle the Dark Knight without the disadvantage of mind control. However, that’s not the only possible avenue. The team may want Owlman’s aid in stopping the Justice League. After all, none of these villains are intellectual powerhouses.
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If the developers want to go really wild, they could incorporate his motive fromCrisis on Two Earths,where he seeks to destroy the entire multiverse. This paves the way for a bit of cross-promotion withGotham Knights. Though it’s in a separate continuity, Owlman has teamed up with Talon of the Court of Owls on occasion. It’s a lot, but it’s appropriate for a Machiavellian menace like Owlman.
4Music Meister
This supervillain does exactly what his name implies. Utilizing advanced tools and abilities, the Music Meister traps heroes, villains, and civilians in his musical masquerades. Those wishing to thwart the lyrical weasel must play by his rules or be stuck in his melody forever.
This forces many DC characters to step out of their comfort zones and be utterly ridiculous for a bit. Trapping the Suicide Squad in such a sequence would not only be funny, but itwould also mix up the gameplay, possibly taking note from recent rhythm titles. For those worried about whether this would fit, just remember the Joker’s solos in pastArkhamentries. Clearly, this series isn’t afraid to go musical from time to time.
3Plastic Man
This stretchy superhero knows he’ll never be taken seriously, so he doesn’t even attempt it. Plastic Man is a lighthearted member of the Justice League with enough smart-aleck remarks and physical gags to makeDeadpoolblush.
He’d be right in his element within the game’s tongue-in-cheek atmosphere. On top of that, hewas once a crook like Harley and the others. Not only would this help him relate to their plight more than his peers, but it also means he might enjoy hanging out with them more than the heroes.
2Big Barda
Once one of Darkseid’s Furies, Barda eventually got out from under his thumb. This was no easy task consideringhow merciless the Lord of Apokolips is in enforcing his rule.
Her tale is among the more compelling redemption stories in DC history. Her teaming up with the Suicide Squad here would naturally build on that. They, too, are redeeming themselves with this world-saving mission, albeit against their will. Couple that with Barda, who wants to keep the people of Earth from being subjugated like she was, and we have another wonderfully off-kilter team-up.
1The Question
To go along with his faceless appearance, the Question is a crazy conspiracy theorist and a true enigma, hence the name. It’s hard to pinpoint where his loyalties lie, and one can never know what’s going to come out of his mouth (or lack thereof).
That dark humor would be amusing enough, but he’s an effective detective on top of that. His presence isa great way of bringing back the sleuth segments from previous games. The twist is that the Question is more morally ambiguous than the Dark Knight, thereby spicing things up. That, along with his other eccentricities, is enough to put even the freakiest felon off guard.
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