We’ve got a provocative sales number on our hands that could reshape conversations around the future of the franchise: Ed Boon, co-creator of Injustice and Mortal Kombat, allegedly confirmed that Injustice 2 “has sold over 9 million copies worldwide.” Take this with a pinch of salt, but if true, it’s a healthy figure that fans and industry watchers will want to chew over.
What Was Reported
According to Insider Gaming, a user shared a table of data from the NPD group listing the top 10 best-selling US lifetime superhero games. That list reportedly placed Marvel’s Spider-Man, Batman: Arkham City, and Batman: Arkham Knight in the top three, with Injustice: Gods Among Us appearing at eighth and Injustice 2 at tenth.
Following that NPD table post, the user asked Ed Boon whether Injustice 2 had sold more than two million copies. Per Insider Gaming, Boon responded via a BlueSky post (reported via Gamingbolt) with the line: “Since we released Injustice 2, it has sold over 9 million copies worldwide.”
The Source & Credibility
There are a few layers to unpack here. The number originates from a public post by Ed Boon, relayed in coverage by Insider Gaming. The figure is being presented as Boon’s own statement on BlueSky (with a secondary note that the BlueSky post was highlighted via Gamingbolt).
That said, the wider context — the NPD table the user posted and the follow-up exchange — are intermediated by social sharing and reporting. So while the claim comes from a prominent industry figure, please regard the figure as alleged and not independently verified by us. In short: it’s notable, but take this with a pinch of salt.
What It Could Mean
If the claim that Injustice 2 moved over 9 million copies is correct, there are a few immediate implications.
- Franchise Momentum: Strong lifetime sales would reinforce the idea that the Injustice series remains a commercially viable property. Fans who want a sequel could point to that number as evidence that a follow-up is financially justifiable.
- Third Installment Hope: Die-hard fans have been waiting for NetherRealm Studios to reveal the next installment in the franchise. Earlier this year it was claimed that Injustice 3 was in development, but per Insider Gaming the developers have not provided any updates. If true, the 9 million figure will be cited as a reason a studio might greenlight another entry.
- Perception Vs. Public Confirmation: The number emerged in response to a community post about NPD rankings, rather than as an official press release. That framing leaves room for debate over methodology and scope — worldwide copies vs US lifetime sales vs other metrics — so any corporate decision-making based on this should be seen as contingent on fuller disclosure.
Why This Matters
At face value, a confirmed sale figure of this size shifts the narrative around where Injustice sits commercially among superhero games. Even the appearance of Injustice 2 inside a top-10 US lifetime superhero list (per the shared NPD table) helps justify fan optimism about future entries.
We remain cautious. The number comes from a public post and a secondary report by Insider Gaming, and the studio itself has not offered a formal update in tandem with that claim. Still, if true, the sales milestone could add pressure on NetherRealm Studios and publishers to prioritise the franchise again.
For readers tracking the landscape of platform and exclusivity chatter, this is one of a number of industry whispers worth watching — alongside other recent reports and claims from across the market. If you’re tracking rumours about platform moves and big-money deals, consider checking our coverage of other industry stories like our take on It Takes Two allegedly headed to Switch 2 or broader insider claims such as a reported Xbox payment to influence Stalker 2’s status for context on how sales and deals shape studio choices.
We’ll keep an eye on any official confirmation or fuller breakdowns. Until then, enjoy speculating — and let us know what you think about a potential Injustice 3 in the comments below. If you’ve got a tip, our inbox and Discord are open to hear what you’ve spotted.
