Hey gamers, hold onto your joysticks! THQ Nordic just dropped the bomb—SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake is getting a Gen9 upgrade. Mark those calendars for October 16th, 2023, ’cause it’s about to get real under the sea.
Gameplay Enhancements Across the Board
So, you’re wondering what’s so hype about this new version, huh? Don’t sweat it; we got the deets. Current owners of the game are in for a treat with a free Gen9 upgrade. But that ain’t all, folks. Brace yourselves for additional content, thanks to a sweet patch rolling out.
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4
- Get ready for Photo Mode, adding 19 snazzy filters for those perfect in-game snaps.
- Dress to impress with new costumes “King Doubloon” and “Plush Gary.”
- DualSense features get a boost—audio output when picking up items and adaptive triggers for reef blower and swinging hook actions.
Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One
- Photo Mode? Yep, that’s here too with its 19 filters.
- Those same epic costumes, “King Doubloon” and “Plush Gary,” are also making their Xbox debut.
PC (Steam, GOG, Epic)
- Don’t feel left out, PC gamers! You’re also getting Photo Mode and those jaw-dropping new costumes.
Bug Fixes and Stability Boosts
Not just about the bling, this patch comes with essential bug fixes for all platforms:
- A rare save bug—squashed.
- Playtime pause on loading screens—fixed.
- Overall game stability and playability—boosted.
Bikini Bottom’s in Trouble; Will You Answer the Call?
The SpongeBob saga turns dire as our heroes have inadvertently thrown Bikini Bottom into chaos. People and landmarks are vanishing into mystical portals! What’s in store for the fantastical WishWorlds? Is there any hope for Chum Bucket’s culinary reputation? We know you’re itching for answers.
Pricing and Availability
SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake isn’t just a PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S exclusive. You can already dive into the adventure on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch for € 39.99 / $ 39.99 / £ 34.99.
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
