Cobra Strikes Back in ‘G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra’ Video Game Trailer!
Get ready to jump into the action-packed world of G.I. Joe like never before because today, the official trailer for the upcoming video game “G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra” was announced! 🎮
A new G.I. Joe beat ’em up is on its way. Hasbro, developer Maple Powered Games, and publisher Freedom Games announced G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobratoday. The upcoming retro game will let you play as series stalwarts Duke, Scarlett, Snake Eyes, Roadblock, and other classic characters. It joins TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge and Double Dragon reboot as the latest evidence that 2D side-scrolling punch-fests are enjoying an unexpected 2020s renaissance.
The game’s developers promise a variety of locales to bash and kick your way through as you try to defeat Cobra. “Navigate land, air, sea, and even space through iconic locations like Cobra Island, the Pit, Cobra’s top-secret underwater base, and more as you thwart the devious Cobra Commander’s latest scheme to take over the world,” the game’s announcement reads. It promises an arsenal of weapons, explosives, and more.
Key Features
- Retro Gameplay in a Modern Era – Wrath of Cobra takes the classic arcade beats them up and brings it into the modern age: Easy to play, hard to master, and smoother than a ride in a H.I.S.S. Want to play with your friends? The game supports local multiplayer (eg. from your couch) and online co-op!
- Play as Classic Heroes – Fight Cobra as your favorite G.I. JOE heroes, painstakingly recreated in beautiful pixel art. The differences between characters aren’t just cosmetic: Each hero has different movesets and unique abilities. From the fast and agile Snake Eyes to the rough and tumble Roadblock, each character is true to form!
- Battle Iconic Villains – Cobra isn’t just the Cobra Commander, it’s its legions! Face hordes of troopers, armored Alley Vipers, artificial B.A.T.s, armed with some of the most iconic weapon systems in the franchise, including the H.I.S.S., C.L.A.W., and the notorious Trubble Bubble.
- Retro-Infused Soundtrack – Foil the Commander’s plot to the beat of classic G.I. JOE themes, reimagined by industry veterans at Kid Katana Records, bringing a modern twist to classic arcade music!
- Post-Launch Support – Like Destro’s plots, Wrath of Cobra will continue with extensive post-launch support, bringing more G.I. JOE heroes into the fray, adding new game modes, levels, and more to keep the G.I. JOE legacy alive!
