Ryan Reynolds Deadpool Rivalry Heats Up with Neil Patrick Harris
The game's original storyline and combat system, combined with Harris' comedic talents, promise to deliver a fresh and exciting take on the beloved character, while Reynolds' involvement in the promo adds an extra layer of humor and nostalgia to the game's marketing campaign.
Neil Patrick Harris is set to voice Deadpool in the upcoming virtual reality game, Marvel's Deadpool VR, sparking a humorous reaction from Ryan Reynolds, who played the character in the X-Men spin-offs. Reynolds took to social media to express his disappointment, cosplaying as Doogie Howser and jokingly calling Harris a "butthole" for taking on the iconic role.
The game, developed by Twisted Pixel Games and Oculus Studios in collaboration with Marvel Games, features an original storyline not based on existing Marvel material. Players will control Deadpool as he navigates through Mojoworld, signing a shady contract and embarking on a chaotic quest for riches across the Marvel universe. The game promises a unique and exaggerated combat system, with players using dual pistols, katanas, and parkour-style movement to navigate action-packed environments.
Reynolds' video, which showcases his comedic skills, is a promo for the game and features him pretending to be upset that Harris, the original Doogie Howser, was chosen to voice Deadpool instead of him. The video highlights the lighthearted rivalry between the two actors, with Reynolds humorously spoofing his own breakout role. Despite not being cast as the voice of Deadpool, Reynolds' involvement in the promo demonstrates his commitment to the character and his ability to create entertaining crossover content.
The upcoming game, Marvel's Deadpool VR, is set to launch exclusively on Meta Quest 3 and 3S in late 2025, marking Deadpool's first major game appearance since 2013's cult-classic Deadpool game. With Neil Patrick Harris bringing his signature humor to the character, fans can expect a unique and hilarious gaming experience that stays true to Deadpool's irreverent spirit.