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In a world where superhero games have become increasingly popular, one hero has been noticeably absent from the gaming scene: Superman. Despite being one of the most iconic characters in comic book history, the Man of Steel has yet to star in a truly great video game. But could James Gunn’s upcoming Superman reboot change all that?

James Gunn, co-ceo of DC Studios. | Image Credit: DC/YouTube

Gunn, who is best known for his work on the Guardians of the Galaxy films, has a proven track record of bringing lesser-known comic book characters to life on the big screen. And if the success of the 2021 Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy game is any indication, his influence could be just what the Superman franchise needs to finally break into the gaming world.

The Guardians of the Galaxy Effect

When the Guardians of the Galaxy game was released in 2021, it took many players by surprise.

After a whirlwind four-day event, this year’s Summer Game Fest has officially come to an end. Held in Los Angeles, the gaming industry expo – now in its fifth year – delivered a slew of major game reveals, world premieres, and updates on tons of previously announced titles fans have been clamoring for. Beginning with a two-hour showcase hosted by founder Geoff Keighley that was streamed live from the YouTube Theater, the event served not just as a series of teasers but as a celebration of developers and publishers of all sizes.

Killer Bean was a title that got a place in the Summer Game Fest 2024 showcase lineup. Among all the games featured in the showcase, the title stood out primarily because of how peculiar and unhinged the game felt.

Fans have been asking for several games for years. It is baffling for the video game community that an IP like Killer Bean got itself a video game while fan-favorite IPs and characters like Superman haven’t seen a new game in ages.

The Killer Bean Video Game Announcement Has Left Fans Confused

The Summer Game Fest did not leave fans amazed and fascinated; it was anything but. There were a few announcements that weren’t exactly what fans expected from the showcase. Among all the announcements made and video games featured, the strangest one was Killer Bean, an upcoming video game based on the animated media franchise.

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