James Gunn’s Superman introduced a brand-new version of Lex Luthor, played by Nicholas Hoult. The actor offered\u00a0a new spin on the character, presenting him as arguably much more ruthless than previous iterations. Luthor was also at the center of perhaps Superman’s most shocking moment. Having captured and thrown Clark\u00a0into his dimensional prison, the billionaire kidnapped\u00a0a man named Malik Ali (Dinesh Thyagarajan), who had helped\u00a0the Big Blue Boy Scout during his battle against Ultraman.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In retaliation for being kind to the hero, Lex played\u00a0Russian roulette with him and ultimately shot\u00a0him in the head in front of the Man of Steel. It was a terrifying moment in what had, up until that point, been a fully family friendly film, which further\u00a0established Hoult’s Luthor as someone not\u00a0to be trifled with.\u00a0Superman\u00a0is the centerpiece of DC Studios, which means it’s been featured in many different markets.\u00a0Now, the movie has made its way into video games.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Injustice 2 Mobile\u00a0recently announced that Nicholas Hoult’s Lex Luthor has joined its extensive roster of playable characters. The baddie can be unlocked for free via the game’s login calendar, from December 15 to December 23<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n
A new threat rises from the DC Universe! Lex Luthor from James Gunn’s @Superman<\/a> will make his grand entrance into @Injustice2Go<\/a> on December 15th. #INJ2mobile<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/0IQ3qavCTD<\/a><\/p>\n
The villain also includes the addition of his Raptors as allies, the paramilitary force used by him\u00a0throughout the film. In the spotlight video released for the character, he uses a gun, referencing Ali’s aforementioned murder. It’s a cold nod, but considering the intense\u00a0violence everyone in the game pulls off, it makes sense to have included it.\u00a0<\/p>\n The DCU’s Luthor joins David Corenswet’s Superman, who was added to the game<\/a> in July of 2025 to coincide with the theatrical release of\u00a0Superman:\u00a0<\/p>\n
Their fight comes to @Injustice2Go<\/a>. Play now! https:\/\/t.co\/26K5Tdd7am<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/oI5Hxy2PNS<\/a><\/p>\n
Suit up as the @Superman<\/a> movie version of Lex Luthor and unleash his loyal Raptors! #INJ2mobile<\/a> https:\/\/t.co\/26K5Tdd7am<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/9Se4ts63lB<\/a><\/p>\n
Lex\u00a0may feel like a fast addition to Injustice 2, but as hard as it may be to believe, it’s actually been five months since Superman\u00a0landed\u00a0in theaters\u2014quite a long time, and more than enough to put the character in a game. Fans of the movie will also be given the chance to battle the Kryptonian-obsessed businessman\u00a0in the Arena Invasion mode:\u00a0<\/p>\n
Step in the Arena for a chance to face DC Universe Lex Luthor for a limited time only! Earn his Legendary Hero Shards when you win the fight. #INJ2mobile<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/EyBEzcovH3<\/a><\/p>\n
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\n\u2014 Injustice 2 Mobile (@Injustice2Go) December 10, 2025<\/a>
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\n\u2014 Injustice 2 Mobile (@Injustice2Go) December 16, 2025<\/a>
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\n\u2014 Injustice 2 Mobile (@Injustice2Go) December 18, 2025<\/a>
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\n\u2014 Injustice 2 Mobile (@Injustice2Go) December 19, 2025<\/a>
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