The iconic 1976 game Breakout is set to receive a modern update with Breakout Beyond, a fresh take on Atari's classic brick-breaker game. This new version maintains the traditional paddle-and-ball mechanics but introduces a unique twist: the game progresses sideways, moving players from left to right.
Developed by Choice Provisions, the creative minds behind the BIT.TRIP series, Breakout Beyond challenges players to break bricks as they advance. As players build combos, the game's lights and effects become more intense, enhancing the visual experience. Special bricks trigger spectacular effects, including massive explosions and even a laser cannon, adding excitement to the gameplay.
Breakout Beyond will feature 72 levels, along with an unlockable endless mode that includes an online global leaderboard, allowing players to compete worldwide. For those who enjoy multiplayer gaming, the game offers a local two-player co-op mode, making it a great option for friends to enjoy together.
Originally intended as an exclusive title for the Intellivision Amico in 2020, Breakout Beyond's development was taken over by Atari. Ethan Stearns, Atari's senior director of games publishing, expressed enthusiasm about the project, stating, "We're thrilled to be able to bring this gem to our players. The team thought it was a brilliant concept, preserving the heart of Breakout's gameplay while also giving the formula a completely new spin. Breakout Beyond is a worthy new entry into the Breakout pantheon, and we can't wait to see the insane combos brick-breakers will make."
The Intellivision Amico, announced in 2018 with an anticipated 2020 release, has faced numerous delays and setbacks. Atari acquired the branding and rights to Intellivision last year, but the Amico console itself remains unreleased.
Breakout Beyond is scheduled to launch later this year across multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox Series X and S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and the Atari VCS, ensuring a wide audience can experience this innovative take on a classic game.
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