G.I. Joe is back in the game, and it’s packing a serious punch, fam! Maple Powered Games and Freedom Games have unveiled the 411 on G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra, the next hype in retro-style beat ’em up action. Expect this bad boy to land on your PC through Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG, not to forget Nintendo Switch, all set for Q1 2024. This major scoop got dropped at The MIX Next.
Get Ready to Assemble the Squad
Duke, Scarlett, Snake Eyes, and Roadblock ain’t alone in this one. G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra will feature more franchise faves to help you kick Cobra’s rear from land to sea and even outer space. Gear up to save iconic locations like Cobra Island and the Pit from Cobra Commander’s nefarious plans.
Weapons & Combos: Turn the Tide
Man, you better be ready to get your hands dirty. G.I. Joe’s gonna hand you an entire arsenal of weapons, explosives, and other cool gadgets. Face off against Troopers, Ninja Vipers, and even the Crimson Guard as you string together killer combos. Don’t forget to master those special abilities for each character and get your dodge and parry game on point to save the day.
Co-op Action: Couch or Online, You Choose
Gather your crew of up to four players for either online or couch co-op. Whether you’re grinding through Story or Arcade Mode, the game’s hand-drawn pixel art and classic cartoon cutscenes are going to deliver an authentic G.I. Joe experience. Oh, and keep an ear out for that arcade-inspired soundtrack by legendary composers Tee Lopes and Johnny Gioeli.
Devs & Partners Weigh In
Kerry Vandenberg, Maple Powered Games’ co-founder, can’t hold back his excitement: “Working on this game is a dream come true.” Eugene Evans from Hasbro chimes in, saying that partnering for this game is a celebration of “the golden era of arcade games” and a nod to the franchise’s iconic status.
Platform Support & Availability
Ready to get in on the action? G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra is not just limited to the PC. The game will support Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. And don’t forget Nintendo Switch players; you’re on the list for this Q1 2024 release.
Alright, G-LYFE Nation, mark those calendars and prep those controllers. G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra is gearing up to blow your minds. Keep it locked here for the latest deets as they drop.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch
