Arcade Spirits: The New Challengers promises new queer adventures
Arcade Spirits has been the light in the tunnel for me this year, and it’s not hard to see why. As you can tell from my review of the game, it’s a heartwarming game, full of exciting characters, an inclusive narrative and did I mention a phenomenal soundtrack? With all this in mind, it’s hard to deny my excitement for the upcoming Arcade Spirits: The New Challengers.
Arcade Spirits: The New Challengers takes place in the year 20XX, and like it’s predecessor, is part of a universe where arcades never faded to obscurity and are as big, and popular, as the video games we have today. However, if you were hoping for a sequel that had you playing as the same character, then you’ll be disappointed. Arcade Spirits: The New Challengers is something entirely new.
Instead of being an arcade owner, you’ll be on the other side, playing as something that we can all relate to being: a gamer. But not just any gamer. You’re searching for glory in the world of eSports, trying your hardest to win the Fist of Discomfort 2 Pro Tour. The only problem that that, however, is that you’ll need a partner.
A lot is changing for Arcade Spirits: The New Challengers. Here are just some of the new features included in the game. These are all from the official website, so check them out there if you’d like to find out more.
- Import your decisions from Arcade Spirits, and reshape the world of 20XX based on the choices you’ve made! And if you haven’t played the original game, that’s fine – this works just as well as a standalone experience and will adapt itself to be a great fresh start.
- A massively expanded character creator – choose body type, hairstyles, accessories, clothing, and more. Your custom character now appears on screen during the whole game!
- Design your own rival! Using the full power of the character creator, craft the one who will stand in your way. Or will perhaps love bloom between these two enemies?
- Take on the world in Fist of Discomfort 2, a strategy minigame. Your victory or defeat changes the path of your story without ending it! (Minigame is skippable.)
- Rebalanced personality choices, with more variety and more opportunities to talk to every character.
We won’t spoil it all, but if you liked the previous Arcade Spirits, you’ll know that characters are all very inclusive and diverse, meaning that you’ll be able to get your love on, or form long-lasting friendships if romance isn’t your thing.
No official gameplay has been released as of yet, but the official Twitter has told us to keep an eye on them for the future. So, we’re going to be doing just that, and so should you!
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