Jake Solomon, the creative director behind the Marvel title Midnight Suns, has voiced a strong reaction to DC Studios leaders James Gunn and Peter Safran and their plan to weave a broader DC multimedia universe together. Solomon described the strategy as a nightmare on his social media channel, emphasizing clear distinctions between how movies and games operate. He acknowledged the appeal of cross-media storytelling but argued that the two formats demand very different approaches. He also raised concerns about the impact on big voice actors who work across different universes, suggesting they would face added pressure to stay within one framework. Solomon added that the Midnight Suns team would prefer to keep its own course, noting that actors in the game must usually remain within the game’s ecosystem to preserve consistency and voice consistency across titles.
Earlier, Gunn and Safran, who took leadership of DC Studios a few months before, laid out a sweeping vision for the future. The plan calls for movies, television series, cartoons, and video games based on DC Comics to be closely interconnected. This integrated approach aims to align on storytelling, character arcs, and branding across all platforms. In particular, the company intends to have many characters voiced by the same actors who portray them on screen, creating a seamless continuity from screen to game and beyond. The announcement signals a shift toward a single, cohesive universe rather than separate, standalone adaptations, with the potential to deepen audience engagement through synchronized releases and cross-media narratives.
In other industry notes, there has been speculation about potential projects tied to DC’s expanding slate. Reports suggest that notable directors from related franchises could be involved in new DC properties, including the possibility of a Swamp Thing movie with involvement from a director known for his work on other DC-related projects. While these reports reflect ongoing talent discussions and strategic planning within DC Studios, no official confirmations have been issued regarding specific roles or timelines. Industry observers note that collaborations between film divisions and animation and gaming teams could accelerate the development of interconnected worlds, which would appeal to fans who enjoy long-form storytelling across entertainment formats. Analysts also point out that such crossovers will require careful management of voice talent, licensing, and creative direction to maintain consistency across media while preserving the distinct experiences each format offers.
For audiences, the evolving strategy means a future where familiar faces and voices appear across films, series, and games with a unified narrative backbone. Proponents argue that this approach can reward long-time fans with richer character development, while critics worry about potential constraints on individual projects and the risk of stretching resources too thin. In the end, the industry will likely gauge the plan by looking at how well it translates into compelling, high-quality content across platforms, how smoothly voice acting plans are implemented, and how effectively DC Studios can balance creative freedom with a shared universe that feels cohesive and rewarding for fans in North America and beyond.