Eastasiasoft has announced that the Punch-Out!! inspired Thunder Ray will soon launch on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Additionally, Thunder Ray will get a physical release for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.
Originally developed by Argentinian studio Purple Tree, Thunder Ray puts players in control of an up-and-coming champion as he’s pulled into the ring. As the titular Mr. Ray, you’ll face bizarre and ruthless challengers from across the galaxy.
The game boasts rhythmic, strategic boxing mechanics and fluidly animated hand-drawn characters. As Ray, players will need to learn each opponent’s quirks, strengths and weaknesses if they hope to be the last boxer standing. It’s all very Punch-Out!!, and we’re here for it.
Thunder Ray Trailer
You’ll step into the ring and experience the adrenaline-pumping action of a retro arcade boxing game, but with a very modern twist. The gorgeous visual design brings each character to life with fluid movements as you jab, hook, and uppercut a roster of colorful and eccentric opponents.
Nintendo’s Punch-Out!! series has been on hiatus since it’s Wii edition. Someone had to fill that cartoonish boxing game, and developer Purple Tree seem to have come out swinging. The visual design of the game married with the high-octane combat is likely to be a draw for many fans of retro gaming.
Pre-orders for the physical release of Thunder Ray open this Thursday, 14th March, 2024. Limited Editions will include the following:
- Thunder Ray game.
- Manual.
- Soundtrack CD.
- Numbered certificate.
- A Collector’s box.
Standard copies will also be available as an open pre-order. As stated above, the physical editions will be available for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.
No specific release date has yet been announced for the physical editions, but you can bet it’ll be punching it’s way to your door soon! Are you planning on pre-ordering? Let us know in the comments below!
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