Roboquest for PS5, PS4 launches May 27

On May 27th, the roguelike first-person shooter game “Roboquest” will be released for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, according to a joint announcement by publishers Starbreeze Studios and developers RyseUp Studios.

You can now pre-order the physical standard and deluxe versions of the game from VideoGamesPlus.ca in North America, Amazon in Europe, or directly from Strictly Limited Games’ online store.

According to Starbreeze Studios’ head of commercial, Gustav Nisser, it’s clear that RyseUp has produced something unique with “Roboquest”. They are thrilled to provide a tangible version of the game as a keepsake for fans. In collaboration with Strictly Limited, this physical edition not only adds the game to your collection but also an enticing Deluxe Edition.

Sascha Hoffmann, head of Strictly Limited Games’ business unit, expressed, “We’re privileged to collaborate with Ryse Up and Starbreeze to create a physical edition for Roboquest on PlayStation 5. With its rapid-fire roguelite action, thrilling cooperative play, and dynamic shooter mechanics, Roboquest is a game that should be in every collector’s collection. This special release commemorates the game’s heart-pounding combat and vivid aesthetics, tailor-made for fans who desire a genuine piece of its high-octane universe.

Initially, Roboquest debuted in Early Access on both Steam and Microsoft Store on August 20, 2020. Later, it entered Game Preview on Xbox Series and Xbox One on January 30, 2023. Finally, the game was fully released across all platforms on November 7, 2023.

Here is an overview of the game, via Starbreeze Studios:

About

In a seared future landscape, the game Roboquest beckons players to assume the role of a Guardian, battling against a renegade AI in an attempt to offer humankind a glimmer of hope for survival. This adrenaline-pumping first-person shooter is accessible both for single-player gaming or team up with another player online for cooperative play. It offers fast-paced gameplay, varying environments that are randomly generated, and fluid combat mechanics, guaranteeing that each session remains unique.

Players will power their way through diverse landscapes, ranging from barren gorges to advanced metropolises, gathering enhancements and weaponry along the way while battling tough adversaries and formidable bosses. With each try, you’ll uncover lasting upgrades and personalize your basecamp even more, coming up with new tactics and fine-tuning your approach as you strive to delve deeper on every occasion.

Key Features

Guardian Classes – Choose from several classes: lead your army of drones, blast tons of enemies at once with a powerful rocket or stealth-in for a sudden burst attack.
Build Customization – Create your build along the way with unique sets of upgrades for each class, find powerful synergies and further personalize your playstyle.
Weapon Diversity – From regular shotguns, rifles and snipers to the almighty mortar and flare gun, Roboquest offers a large diversity of weapons to choose from.
Random Levels – Each with a different theme and atmosphere, generated with a careful mix of pre-placed and randomized chunks, the levels offer a fresh challenge each run.
Run, Fall, Run Again – Tough challenges await you, and mastery is required. Learn the way of the enemy and master movement and shooting to prevail. Prepare to return to your basecamp if you are destroyed by the evil bots.
Persistent Upgrades – Collect wrenches during your runs and use them to upgrade your basecamp and unlock new gameplay elements and choices to help you dive further into the game each run.

2025-03-21 18:01

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