Arcadegeddonis a cooperative multiplayer shooter from developer and publisher IllFonic, who is known forFriday the 13th: The GameandPredator: Hunting Grounds.Arcadegeddon’s Early Access released yesterday in tandem with the game’s announcement at PlayStation’s State of Play, and fans are currently able to play it on either PS5 or PC through the Epic Games Store.
PlayStation’s State of Play centered its presentation on indie and third-party titles, as well asDeath Stranding: Director’s CutandDeathloop.Arcadegeddonis the product of a canceled game, due to how the pandemic has ultimately affected game developers in the past couple of years. IllFonic Head of Creative and Design Jared Gerritzen has since shared more information aboutArcadegeddonand what inspired the team to move forward with it.
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Arcadegeddon’s origin is reportedly the effort of Gerritzen and IllFonic to share their version of escapism, citing the pandemic as a growing inspiration forArcadegeddonto provide fans with entertainment. Gerritzen shares that “the Muppets, Gorillaz, and 90’s punk rock” are influences that have inspired the tone and art style ofArcadegeddon. Its storyis about fans of small-time arcade communities wanting to help keep local arcade businesses afloat, as Gilly’s Arcade gets hacked by a mega-corporation known as Fun Fun Co.
Arcadegeddon’s co-op shooter gameplay is a combination of PvE and PvP, with horde enemies appearing in numerous types.Arcadegeddonis playable in either single-player or co-op with up to three others. The game is structured around a loot system with hidden chests and mini-games that players may seek out from of the nine gangs in Gilly’s Arcade. Street Cred is teased as an incentive for accomplishing tasks for gangs, as well as earning unique skin cosmetics which identify players as part of each gang.
Arcadegeddonis currently in Early Access for $19.99, and fans who have experiencedArcadegeddonalready are sharing their thoughts. Fans who have seen the announcement trailer have been quick to compareArcadegeddon’s visual style and gameplay to games such asDestruction AllStars,Knockout City, andFortnite. Gerritzen states that more content will be added toArcadegeddonon a gradual basis through update patches up to the game’s release.
Arcadegeddon’s Early Access currently contains three unique biome maps. But Gerritzen explains that IllFonic plans to have at least five maps available in Early Access before launch. Fans also speculate thatArcadegeddonwould be a fitting game forPlayStation Plus’s free monthly gameswhen it does fully launch. However, it is uncertain whether there are plans forArcadegeddonto launch on other consoles as well.
Arcadegeddonis available now in Early Access on PC and PS5, with a full release slated for 2022.
