"Injustice 2" playable characters have been growing in numbers since the release of "Injustice: Gods Among Us." The recently confirmed DC Comics characters for the game sequel will likely be joined by more highly speculated characters upon release.

Since the announcement of the sequel for "Gods Among Us," many gamers and enthusiasts have been placing bets on the potential characters to be added in the game. Recently, it was confirmed that game developer NetherRealm would be adding well-liked DC characters Doctor Fate, Cyborg, Batman, The Flash, Superman, Supergirl, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Robin, Harley Quinn, Catwoman, and Poison Ivy, according to Game Spot.

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Additionally, obscure characters like Blue Beetle, Deadshot, Gorilla Grodd, Cheetah, Brainiac, Bane, Black Canary, and Atrocitus, Swamp Thing have also been confirmed to appear in the said game sequel. Moreover, the aforementioned DC characters may also welcome the likes of Red Hood, Green Arrow, The Joker, and Black Adam could also be part of "Injustice 2" characters' list. 

While the appearance of Green Arrow, The Joker, and Black Adam seem to be unsubstantiated, the Red Hood is backed with a more convincing evidence. Dynasty YouTube channel based their claim of Red Hood appearance on the explicit mention of a recently published book entitled "The League of Super Hero Video Games," according to Event Hubs.

In view of the given facts, recent activity of Ed Boon likewise suggests an inclination for Red Hood to be part of the soon to be released video game sequel. Boon himself asked fans via Twitter about the said character in a subtle manner. Thus, adding more proof to the highly speculated "Injustice 2" character.

Meanwhile, the follow-up to "Injustice: Gods Among Us" will be released on May 16, 2017. The game launch will be both for PS4 and Xbox One.

Watch the trailer for the upcoming "Injustice" sequel: