“I think it’s hard to overstate how important he’s been.”

The forthcomingSuicide Squad: Kill the Justice Leaguewill be a tribute to the late Batman voice actor Kevin Conroy.

That’s according to game director Axel Rydby who spoke to Eurogamer at a recent preview event at Rocksteady.

Batman artwork from Suicide Squad

“His performance as Batman in this game is stellar, as always.

Conroy passed away in 2022aged 66 following a battle with cancer.

His posthumous inclusion in Suicide Squad therefore marks his final performance as Batman.

Cover image for YouTube video

Suicide Squad is set for release on 30th January across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

Details of the game’sstory have already leaked, including the fate of Batman.

Suicide Squad screenshot showing Boomerang and the Arleen Sorkin plaque

Suicide Squad screenshot showing Boomerang and the Kevin Conroy plaque