Marvel's decision to reintroduce Chris Evans' character Steve Rogers in Avengers: Doomsday has prompted backlash online, with many fans criticizing the move as a "desperate" attempt to win back audiences at the expense of newer characters, and especially Anthony Mackie's Sam Wilson.

A new rumor has emerged about the Young Avengers‘ role in Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. The rumor claims that the team’s appearances in the films will set up their show, which will take place after Secret Wars.