Baki Hanma: Blood Arena announced for Nintendo Switch, inspired by Punch-Out!!
Today, publisher Purple Play and Thunder Ray developer Purple Tree, along with TMS Entertainment, revealed Baki Hanma: Blood Arena. The game launches on Nintendo Switch in September.
Baki Hanma: Blood Arena is inspired by the Baki anime, which is currently streaming on Netflix. The title takes inspiration from Nintendo’s Punch-Out!! series for its gameplay.
Here’s some additional information:
Enter the brutal world of Baki Hanma: Blood Arena, a thrilling 2D action game inspired by the Netflix anime phenomenon Baki. With gameplay reminiscent of the classic Super Punch-Out!!, this game blends precision, timing, and shonen-style flair to deliver a high-energy combat experience.
Are you ready to step into the arena and claim your place as the strongest? Only the most skilled and determined will conquer the Blood Arena.
Key Features
- Play as Baki Hanma – Take on the role of the world’s most determined fighter in a quest to prove your strength.
- 12 Unique Opponents – Each enemy is a master of their own fighting style, presenting unique challenges and requiring different strategies to defeat.
- Five Diverse Locations – Fight across iconic battle arenas, from underground fight clubs to majestic tournament stages.
- Special Attacks – Unleash explosive special moves inspired by the anime to dominate your opponents.
- Original Soundtrack – Immerse yourself in a custom score that captures the intensity and emotion of the Baki universe.
- Epic Final Showdown – Face off against the ultimate enemy, the strongest creature alive, in a battle for the title of god of combat.
Get a look at the first trailer below.
Announcement Trailer
On the topic of anime, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 was announced for an August launch on Nintendo Switch just recently. We have more information about that with a trailer here.