DC Universe Online is getting a new expansion later this month, adapting the events of the iconic Flashpoint story. This new expansion is launching on April 15th, and will be free to all players. World of Flashpoint will introduce players to alternate timeline versions of the superheroes they know and love, including a violent and deadly Batman that is actually Thomas Wayne, Bruce Wayne's father.

For those that don't know the Flashpoint comic books are based on an alternate reality in which events played out very differently. As a result, many of the characters that fans are familiar with are drastically different in mood and personality. The upcoming DC Universe Online expansion will add these characters to the game.

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As part of this expansion, players will be able to obtain villainous gear from bosses, and it will be up to them to set the timeline straight again. Although it will be free for everyone, players must be at least level 15 in order to participate in the content. Thankfully, even new players can reach level 15 easily in just a few days by playing the story.

Players that want a little more insight on what the World of Flashpoint is like should check out the comics that inspired the expansion. In the blog post, DC Universe Online developers call out Flashpoint #1 – #5, Flashpoint: Batman – Knight of Vengeance #1 – #3, Flashpoint: Wonder Woman and the Furies #1 – #3 as recommended reading for any players that want a deeper understanding of what the new expansion will cover. Fans only have a little while to wait before the expansion releases.

DC Universe Online is available now for PC, PS4, Switch, and Xbox One.

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