Excitement is mounting amongst console gamers, as the dynamic action roguelite game ArcRunner, developed by Trickjump Games, gears up for its console release on April 18. Thanks to publisher PQube, players will soon be able to dive into a cyberpunk adventure on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
ArcRunner, which made its debut on Windows PC in April 2023, delivers a unique blend of intense action and strategic gameplay. It transports players into the heart of a rogue AI crisis on the titan class space station, The Arc. It’s up to you to activate the ArcRunner protocol, navigate treacherous zones, defeat formidable guardians, and reset the core AI system known as KORE. Be warned, though – all the robotic entities housed within The Arc are programmed to thwart your mission at all costs.
The game is not only a test of skill but a choice of identity; players can select their cybernetic android body from soldier, ninja, or hacker variants, each carrying a distinctive weapon or ability, from a devastating energy hammer to a sharp katana, and even shock blast attacks.
A diverse arsenal awaits, with weaponry dropped by defeated foes or tucked away in supply crates and challenge rewards. To stay ahead of the game, players can enhance their weapons with permanent nanite upgrades and augments. Plus, weapon mods offer further tailoring to suit any combat style.
To improve your chances on subsequent runs, players can use nanites collected from previous attempts to invest in meta-progression updates. Damage boosts, increased HP, and weapon mod slots can all be attained to gain an edge over the AI adversaries. Autodoc stations offer powerful character augmentations, each upgradeable and tailored to suit different classes.
ArcRunner is as visually compelling as it is engaging to play. Its stunning 3D graphics paint a well-realized cyberpunk world, taking players through four main game zones with random level generation, ensuring a fresh experience every time. From the grimy streets of The City to the opulent Eden Heights, each zone presents its own challenges and opportunities.
Linear gameplay can be set aside in favor of camaraderie, as ArcRunner provides online play for up to three players. Join forces with friends to tackle the challenges of The Arc and put a stop to the AI’s reign of cybernetic chaos.
Prepared to provide an electrifying experience, ArcRunner is ready to leap from PCs to consoles, inviting a whole new group of players to plug into its cyberpunk realms and tackle its high-octane challenges. Whether solo or with friends, ArcRunner offers newcomers and veterans alike the chance to redefine themselves as heroes in a battle against mechanical anarchy that is set to ensnare the gaming community this April.
