XP can also be earned through contracts, “daily, weekly and season long challenges that reward you with boatloads of XP,” according to Russo. Also tied to the system is access to additional modes rank 5 opens up playlists and rank 10 offers league play. Up against the likes of free-to-play titles like Rocket League, Fortnite and Call of Duty Warzone, Knockout City will also offer a battle pass of sorts with its street ranking system, one that awards XP and ranks through the completion of matches. Or you can risk it all by charging up your balled up teammate into an ultimate throw - this turns them into a bomb that, when thrown, sends them high up in the air with a bird’s eye view and a targeting reticule to try and capture as many people they can into it.” “Pick them up and throw them just like a dodgeball for an instant KO. “At any time, any player can… turn into a ball themselves,” Russo explained. You’ll be able to pass the ball to a teammate for a better shot, or even work with one of your crew so they can literally become a throwable ball if you’ve a lack of traditional ammunition around. “Trick shots, dodging tackling and the ultimate mind game of fake throws give you a lot to learn over the first few weeks of play, and much more to master over the coming years. But even highly skilled opponents can be taken down with something else that makes Knockout City stand out, and that’s teamwork.” “The automatic lock on and homing mechanics help new players to jump in and start throwing, but experienced brawlers will need reflexes and strategy to win. “It’s like a seamless blend of elements from shooters, fighting games and sports,” Russo maintained. When it comes to catching, players will need to hone their reflexes and timing to become effective. You can throw using a quick throw feature, which launches a relatively slow ball, or charge your shot up for more speed. Those skills all revolve around the concepts of throwing and catching a ball. At its core, this game is all about positioning and timing.” “There are no upgradeable classes, no special loadouts, no gameplay advantages whatsoever that can be earned or purchased to get an edge over your opponents.
“ Knockout City is based on flat play,” Russo continued. Developer Velan Studios maintains the title has no pay-to-win enhancements, so players on an equal footing can gain some ground through reflexes and strategy alone. That lovely concept of equality may face a hurdle or two as players progress. They’re just KO-ed, and people of all types are accepted and treated equally.” “ despite the ongoing skirmishes, this is a bright, optimistic place where no one really dies. “There’s a ton of detail baked into the world that makes this seriously competitive yet ridiculous concept,” Russo said.
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Knockout City is right around the corner, and ahead of its release on Windows PC, Xbox One, PS4 and Switch, Stevivor was able to sit down for a quick pre-release chat with Game Director Jeremy Russo.Īccording to Russo, Knockout City is an inclusive, safe space… where you’re likely to get balls to the face. Grab a crew - Knockout City is available now.