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SPEEDBALL WILL EXIT EARLY ACCESS ON JANUARY 27

[p]CAN YOU HEAR THE CROWD ROAR? We are pleased to announce Speedball will exit Steam Early Access on January 27, following its initial launch in October 2024. [/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Speedball is the revival of the iconic Bitmap Brothers franchise, first launched in 1988. Set in the grim future of 2138, Speedball is a no-holds-barred future sport that is used by mega-corporations to distract the downtrodden masses from their miserable lives. It is the only sport that allows two cybernetically augmented teams to go head-to-head at levels of speed and violence beyond human limitations. Matches are fast-paced, explosive and unpredictable and you will need to master high-speed passing, coordination and shooting.[/p][p][/p][h2]Key features:[/h2]
  • [p]Incredible fast-paced, explosive and unpredictable matches[/p]
  • [p]Face off in a brutal sport featuring a wide range of teams and arenas[/p]
  • [p]Take advantage of arena specific obstacles and abilities to gain the upper hand against your opponents[/p]
  • [p]Slow motion Slam Cam captures the most visceral and brutal tackles[/p]
  • [p]Arcade-style matches come together with sports management strategy[/p]
  • [p]Organize a team that fits your playstyle based on their individual traits and talents [/p]
  • [p]Hone your skills against the AI and then compete online or against a friend locally[/p]
[p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h2]Early Access Updates[/h2][p]Since Speedball launched into Early Access in October 2024, Rebellion has continued to add new features and updates that have overhauled the game, including:[/p]
  • [p]New League Mode, which sees 10 teams compete over a season to be crowned champions[/p]
  • [p]Tutorial system to help new players get up to speed[/p]
  • [p]Added new Brutal versions of arenas, alongside their Standard variants[/p]
  • [p]Improved visuals, including upgraded VFX on high impact collisions[/p]
  • [p]Improved shooting system to allow for better shot placement[/p]
  • [p]Enhanced gameplay mechanics, including speed, goalkeeping and AI[/p]
  • [p]Eight new arenas added to the roster[/p]
  • [p]Dynamic arena traps and obstacles, including flamethrowers, ice shotguns, grind rails, and more have been added[/p]
  • [p]New armour sets and colour styles [/p]
[p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]For the latest news and updates, be sure to follow Speedball on our social channels: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. Rebellion is also encouraging players to join our Discord forum to engage with the developers.[/p]