Rivals of Aether II Releases ‘Fun-For-All Update’ on April 7

Aether Studios has announced the “Fun-For-All” update for Rivals of Aether II, which will be available on April 7. The update adds a new character, new modes, new features, and more. 

The free update adds the following:

• Item Mode
  • A chaotic twist to matches, featuring 20 different unique items to find, grab, and fling at your opponents.
• Casual Stages
  • 10 new variants of the base stage selection. Each is full of hazards, surprises, and plenty of space for combat.
• Slade, the Swagger of the Sea
  • A brand new playable character with an moveset built around swashbuckling sword attacks. He also utilizes  a unique coin-collecting, item-purchasing mechanic that’s easy to learn and hard to master.

Check out the trailer showcasing Slade, one of the many new additions in the “Fun-For-All” update in Rivals of Aether II, below:

Rivals of Aether II is available now on PC via Steam, with a console release planned at a later date. The store page describes it as follows:

About

Rivals of Aether II is the next generation of platform fighters and multiplayer brawlers. This sequel to the hit indie fighting game Rivals of Aether is expanded and upgraded with 3D visuals, new mechanics, improved online support, and more!

The Aether Universe is a world where warring civilizations summon the power of Fire, Water, Air, and Earth – and powerful Rivals harness those powers to clobber each other! Rivals of Aether II continues the franchise’s iconic focus on competitive depth, accessible gameplay, and unforgettable characters. Whether you’re a competitive master of the genre or a newcomer looking to have fun, Rivals of Aether II delivers a fast-paced and flashy brawler experience that you won’t forget.

Rivals of Aether II features an exciting base roster of new and returning characters – with post-launch plans to add additional playable characters to the game for free! Each of these playable Rivals have an expansive moveset featuring new mechanics and special moves that are not only an upgrade over the original game, but new to the platform fighter genre as a whole. Shields, ledges, grabs and throws add new layers to the frenetic flow of combat in Rivals of Aether II. On top of that, the Pummel Special, Ledge Special, and Getup Special provide unique combat options that push the genre forward in exciting new ways.