Bandai Namco confirmed that My Hero Academia: All's Justice will add Izuku Midoriya as a DLC character, launching Thursday as part of the season pass.
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced on September 2, 2026, that the popular fighting game, My Hero Academia: All's Justice, will add a new downloadable character, Izuku Midoriya Overlay Full Style. This character is set to be released as part of the game's season pass on Thursday.
The addition of Izuku Midoriya further expands the roster of characters inspired by the hit anime and manga series. This update coincides with the release of the game on the Nintendo Switch 2, also slated for Thursday. A trailer featuring gameplay elements for the Switch 2 version has been released, highlighting the character's unique skills and abilities.
Izuku Midoriya joins a roster that previously added Star and Stripe in February and Nana Shimura in May. The season pass is designed to enhance gameplay and keep the community engaged through regular content updates. This strategic move aligns with industry trends where developers continuously expand their games' offerings to retain player interest.
The upcoming Switch 2 version of My Hero Academia: All's Justice will introduce a new "Minigame" mode, incorporating a collaboration minigame with Pac-Man. Players will have the opportunity to engage in online battles through GameShare and utilize GameChat, encouraging a more interactive multiplayer experience.
Originally released on February 6, 2026, and available on PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, My Hero Academia: All's Justice focuses on the climactic battles from the manga. The game presents an extensive roster featuring all the students from Class 1-A with their final powers, along with significant gameplay modes like Team Up Missions and a comprehensive Story Mode that explores both hero and villain perspectives. Kōhei Horikoshi, the creator of My Hero Academia, concluded the manga's serialization in August 2024 and unveiled additional content in later volumes, marking the end of an era for the beloved series. The anime adaptation's final season premiered in October 2025, heightening interest in the game as fans seek to revisit the story through interactive experiences.
As the game continues to evolve with new characters and features, it is anticipated that both new and experienced players will engage with the game. This ensures that the My Hero Academia franchise remains relevant in the competitive gaming landscape, where regular updates and community involvement are essential for longevity.
With the imminent release of the Izuku Midoriya character, fans of the franchise can anticipate new gameplay experiences and interactions that enhance storytelling aspects of the series. The addition of characters and game modes reflects Bandai Namco’s commitment to providing an expansive and evolving gameplay environment for players, ensuring that My Hero Academia: All's Justice continues to captivate dedicated fans as well as newcomers to the series.
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