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UFO Robot Grendizer – The Feast of the Wolves: gameplay trailer and more details

Exactly two years ago (on February 24th 2021), Microids announced they had signed a publishing agreement with Dynamic Planning for a video game based on Go Nagai’s UFO Robot Grendizer manga (and more precisely its anime adaptation). And today, the company shared the first proper trailer the game (which is officially called UFO Robot Grendizer – The Feast of the Wolves), and announced that it will launch sometime in Q4 2023 in Europe and North America.

Here’s the gameplay trailer for UFO Robot Grendizer – The Feast of the Wolves:

Developed by Endroad (a French studio), UFO Robot Grendizer – The Feast of the Wolves will be available in several editions:

  • Regular: 49.99€ / $49.99
  • Deluxe Edition (Price TBA)
    • Standard Edition – Alternative Cover
    • SteelBook
    • Keychain
    • Poster
    • Lenticular
  • Collector’s Edition (Price TBA)
    • All the contents from the Deluxe Edition
    • Figurine (25 x 25 x 24cm)
    • Artbook (hard cover)
    • 3 Lithographs
    • 1 Pin’s
    • Bonus mission
    • Grendizer Alternative Skin
    • + Additional content revealed soon

Here’s a video of the figurine included in the Collector’s Edition:

Finally, here’s some more details and some screenshots:

For the first time in the video game history, climb aboard Grendizer the Legendary Robot and fight the forces of evil to defend our planet Earth!

Get ready to experience an unforgettable adventure with Grendizer, the famous giant robot. This action/adventure game adapted from the cult animated series will immerse you in the heart of the universe of its creator, Go Nagai, and will give you the chance to pilot the most powerful robot and fight the forces of evil.

After Planet Fleed is destroyed by the Empire of Vega, Daisuke takes refuge on our planet. Taken in and adopted by Genzo Umon, he lives at the Shirakaba Farm. While Vega’s invasion of Earth is imminent, Daisuke will defend the planet Earth with the help of Grendizer, the titanic robot hidden deep inside Genzo Umon’s observatory. With the help of Kôji Kabuto, the prince of Planet Fleed will constantly repel Vegas’ attacks and fight his terrible robots, the Monstronefs, which were sent to destroy him.

Play as Umon Daisuke and his colossal robot while fighting in epic battles with multiple gameplays: Piloting the Spazer (flying module where Grendizer is housed), vertical shoot-them-up in the Kôji Kabuto’s TFO, and 3rd person action/combat by controlling Grendizer. Use his iconic and devastating attacks to destroy the terrifying Monstronefs and save the earth.

Find yourself in Umon Daisuke’s shoes and meet many essential characters during dialog sequences in the iconic environments of the series, which was so diligently reproduced in accordance with the designs of the original series.
And finally, earn experience points while completing missions to achieve new abilities and upgrade your powers.

Broadcasted for over 40 years, the cult animated series Grendizer has marked several generations with its history, which is so rich in twists and turns. Million people around the world still remember his metamorphoses and lightning fists.

UFO Robot Grendizer: The Feast of the Wolves will follow the first story arc of the anime series, giving players the chance to revisit the most iconic moments of this epic adventure. Fans of the show will be thrilled to hear that the game will feature the memorable musical themes from the anime, re-orchestrated for an even more immersive experience. These musical themes have been a crucial part of the anime’s success and players will now be able to enjoy them in an interactive way.

Based on the famous anime adapted from Go Nagai’s manga UFO Robo Grendizer, this new action game will grant the nostalgic gamers the chance to play as Duke Fleet and his great robot and enjoy epic adventures. A unique opportunity to dive head first into an iconic pop culture universe filled with bravery, treason and sensational battles!

The cult animated series was one of the first successful exports of Japanese animation at the end of the 70’s. We all remember the iconic battles and the Grendizer’s weaponry used to defeat King Vega’s forces, launching attacks on Earth from its secret base hidden on the dark side of the moon. Are you ready for a legendary comeback?

  • For the very first time, play as Grendizer and Umon Daisuke in this action/adventure game, which is all about the metal colossus.
  • Execute and improve the famous must-have attacks of the giant robot
  • Find all the characters, iconic places, and enemies of the TV series.
  • A new gaming experience is offered to you in multiple game phases: Action/Brawler, 3rd person Shooter, Shoot Them Up and Exploration.
  • The iconic music of the series has been remastered, and you will be able to enjoy it throughout the game

UFO Robot Grendizer – The Feast of the Wolves (Switch) does not have a release date yet, but is slated for a Q4 2023 release in Europe and North America.

Source: Microids / Microids PR (23/02/2023)

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