XSEED Games and Galaxy Trail announced side-scrolling platformer Freedom Planet 2 has been delayed to spring 2024 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. The console version was originally supposed to release before the end of 2023.
Freedom Planet 2 first launched on PC via Steam on September 13, 2022. The console version was announced shortly before the game’s PC launch. However, fans will need to keep waiting for the console release.
Freedom Planet 2 Delayed
After some consideration, XSEED Games and Galaxy Trail decided that more development time is needed for the console versions. As a result, Freedom Planet 2 has been delayed to an unspecified date in spring 2024. XSEED Games teases that “new and exciting features” have not been revealed, so fans may look forward to some reveals in 2024.
Here’s the full message from XSEED Games:
“Together with our partners at Galaxy Trail, we have made the decision to move the launch window for Freedom Planet 2 on the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S to spring 2024.
“It’s important to all of us that players have the same high-quality experience the PC version currently offers — as well as new and exciting features yet to be revealed. To that end, we’re going to take a bit more time to ensure we can deliver the best possible version of this fast-paced platforming adventure.
“Thank you for your patience and excitement so far! We know you’re eager to return to Avalice, and we can’t wait to share more information in the new year.”
Lastly, Freedom Planet 2 launches in spring 2024 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. The game is available now for PC via Steam. Here’s an overview of Freedom Planet 2‘s features via the Steam page:
Features
- Four playable characters available from the start, each with her own unique fighting style: Lilac the Dragon (Speed Type), Carol the Wildcat (Brawler Type), Milla the Hound (Explorer Type), and Neera the Frost Knight (Power Type).
- Explore the world of Avalice in Adventure mode. Travel through a sprawling world map filled with treasures, landmarks, and over 100 unique animal NPCs to interact with and catalog.
- Dive straight into the action with Classic Mode. A streamlined navigation screen gives you quick access to stages and other important features without the need for travelling.
- Test your fighting skills in the Battlesphere arena. Once reached, the Battlesphere hosts a variety of challenges featuring enemies and bosses you’ve previously encountered, along with brand new surprises!
- Parry enemy attacks with the new Guard button. If timing’s not your thing, an Auto Guard option in the Assist settings makes your character automatically guard against attacks if possible.
- A new Revival system gives you a chance to clinch victory during very close battles. Use it wisely – it costs a stock and two more hits will knock you out again!
- Power up your heroine with customizable potions. Collect and mix a rainbow of ingredients that boost her vitality in different ways, such as increasing her stock count, shield durability, attack power, speed, and more.
- Change the rules with a multitude of equippable items. Amulets and Charms provide helpful effects, while Brave Stones make combat harder in exchange for bonus crystals
