Toxic Crusaders launches December 4

The side-scrolling beat ’em up game titled “Toxic Crusaders” is set to be released across various platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam on December 4, priced at $24.99. This announcement was made by the developer, Retroware.

Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:

About

In the face of Dr. Killemoff’s malevolent attacks, there remains a single group of monstrously deformed, super-powered beings of immense size and strength: the Toxic Crusaders, Earth’s final line of defense against his catastrophic plans for worldwide contamination! The iconic heroes of 1991 make their comeback in a cutting-edge, radioactive brawler for the modern age. This game promises exhilarating action, devastating combos, and an overabundance of toxic waste that you’ll struggle to handle!

It’s Clean-Up Time!

Select from seven unique characters to play, such as Toxie, No-Zone, Junkyard, Major Disaster, and Headbanger (a duo if they can find common ground); also new to the gameplay, choose Yvonne, Toxie’s musically talented girlfriend, and Mrs. Junko, Toxie’s mother, who is known as the ultimate maternal figure!

In this game, you’ll fight through seven grungy levels featuring stunning pixel art, all while safeguarding Tromaville against Radiation Rangers, mutated thugs, and zombie fowl. Despite the odds being stacked against you, with powerful abilities, a charismatic demeanor, and the option for local four-player cooperation on your team, the Smogulan Empire’s time is limited!

Straight Outta Tromaville!

Immerse yourself fully as you plunge headfirst into a thrilling, witty journey brimming with action, clever jokes, all set within the captivating universe of Troma. Prepare to be swept along by appearances from iconic horror tales like Class of Nuke ‘Em High, Poultrygeist: Night of the Chicken Dead, and Sgt. Kabukiman N.Y.P.D., presented in a vibrant Saturday morning cartoon style that has left an indelible mark on this legendary franchise!

Key Features

  • The triumphant return of the Toxic Crusaders, just when we needed them most!
  • Pulse-pounding beat ’em up action for up to four players.
  • Gorgeous full-color pixel art graphics.
  • A stunning soundtrack that’ll make you party like it’s 1991.
  • Amazing comic book cutscenes featuring the voices of TeamFourStar (Dragon Ball Z Abridged).
  • Seven playable characters, each with their own unique moves and powers.
  • Seven unique stages taking you from the streets of Tromaville to Planet Smogula and beyond!
  • Surprise cameos (each more surprising than the last) from across the Troma Cinematic Universe!

Watch a new trailer below.

Announce Trailer

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2025-07-27 18:01