Avatar Legends confirmed for July release

The competitive fighting game scene is bracing for a packed summer. In addition to Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, developer Gameplay Group International has locked in a July 2nd release date for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game. The 2D brawler, which brings the elemental combat of the Avatar universe to life, will carry an entry price of £24.99.

Visually, the title aims for high-fidelity authenticity, boasting over 900 hand-drawn animation frames per fighter to replicate the iconic aesthetic of the Nickelodeon animated series. The base roster features 12 playable characters spanning both The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra, including fan favourites like Aang, Korra, Zuko, and Azula, as well as newly revealed additions such as Fire Lord Ozai and Zaheer. To ensure the game thrives in a competitive environment, the developers have confirmed the use of proprietary rollback netcode and full crossplay support across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and both Nintendo Switch generations.

For players looking for more than just online matches, the game includes a single-player “original canon” story mode and an expansive gallery featuring never-before-seen concept art from the franchise's history. While the standard edition is budget-friendly, a deluxe edition is also available for £41.99. This premium tier includes the Year 1 Pass, granting access to five post-launch DLC characters, alongside a digital art book, soundtrack, and unique HUD skins.

Those who pull the trigger on a pre-order will receive several incentives, most notably a Samurai skin for Appa (who appears as a support character) and exclusive character colours. Perhaps most interestingly, pre-order customers will also gain voting rights to help select one of the upcoming Year 1 Pass DLC fighters, giving the community the power to shape the roster's future.

KitGuru says: Are you a fan of fighting games and Avatar? If so, the new Avatar Legends game sure looks like the perfect blend of the two.

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