Hold onto your controllers, G-LYFE Nation! Ziggurat Interactive, in a power-move partnership with Poppy Works and the creators of Devil Engine, has confirmed Slave Zero X is ready to wreak 2.5D chaos. Gamers can expect to experience this biopunk beatdown on PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch come February 21st, 2024.
A Nostalgic Dive into Brutality and Biopunk Lore
Yup, you heard it right! Slave Zero X isn’t just another sequel; it’s the next-gen experience that brings back the side-scrolling hack-and-slash gameplay from the original 1999 Dreamcast hit. This time, you’ll be stepping into the boots of Shou, a warrior fused with a stolen Slave Unit Prototype. What’s he after? Oh, just hunting down a false God ruled by the iron fists of SovKhan, the tyrant controlling Megacity S1-9.
Gameplay Modes for Every Skill Level
Whether you’re a hack-and-slash newbie or a seasoned warrior, Slave Zero X’s got you covered. You can grind through the story mode, sharpen your skills in training, or face the ultimate test in the Bloody Palace mode post-story. It’s all about those wicked combos, folks!
Devastating Combos and Explosive Arsenal
Why stick to just swords when you can mix things up? Slave Zero™ X lets you blend lethal swordplay with an array of explosive attacks. We’re talking a full-on parkour of destruction, running, leaping, and flipping through a grim, biopunk universe.
Art Style: Where 2D Meets 3D
What’s with the 2.5D, you ask? Think of it as a love letter to the ’90s Dreamcast era, blending 2D and 3D elements for an authentic retro experience. But remember, there’s nothing retro about the intensity of these boss battles.
Bosses, Mini-Bosses, and a Synth Soundtrack
Speaking of intensity, prepare for showdowns with mini-bosses and game-ending arch-villains that will test your reflexes to the max. All this while jamming to a soundtrack of Drum ‘n Bass and industrial tracks that ramp up as you delve deeper into the action.
Get a Taste Before the Feast
Can’t wait? Wishlist Slave Zero X on Steam, GOG, and PlayStation. And for those who need to try before they buy, there’s a demo waiting for you on Steam and Xbox Series S/X.
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, Xbox Series X|S
