Hasbro and Outright Games announce that
TRANSFORMERS: BATTLEGROUNDS will
launch October 23rd for Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch, offering
"an all new Transformers video game for kids and fans of all ages." Here's a
teaser trailer and
here's a bit on the game:
UK developer Coatsink brings the timeless,
legendary war between Autobots and Decepticons to life in a never before seen
way. As the evil MEGATRON closes in on the Allspark, BUMBLEBEE and the Autobots
need a new commander to help save Earth, as they team up and roll out into
battles that will rage from Central City to Cybertron in both single player and
multiplayer action.
“The TRANSFORMERS franchise is one of the most enduring and recognizable in the
world of entertainment,” said Terry Malham, CEO of Outright Games. “It’s an
honour to work with this beloved universe and these iconic characters to create
a new and exciting TRANSFORMERS console game that families can enjoy together.”
“TRANSFORMERS: BATTLEGROUNDS is a new and authentic take on what a TRANSFORMERS
video game can be,” says Mark Blecher, Hasbro SVP Corporate Strategy and
Business Affairs. “It’s exciting for us to bring the epic story of the battle
between the Autobots and Decepticons to life for a new generation of fans on
console.”