Battle Beast Rages into Invincible VS: Kirkman Unleashes the Fury at SDCC!
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Robert Kirkman unveiled Battle Beast as a playable character in the upcoming *Invincible VS* fighting game at SDCC, and this news has got me buzzing with hype and cautious optimism for the brutal 3v3 tag fighter.
Right, so Robert Kirkman, the mad genius behind *Invincible*, just dropped a bomb at San Diego Comic-Con. Turns out, everyone's favorite bloodthirsty lion-man, Battle Beast, is joining the roster of *Invincible VS*, the upcoming 3v3 tag fighter. And trust me, this ain't just some token appearance; the trailer (courtesy of Skybound Entertainment's Quarter Up studio, bless their cotton socks) shows him absolutely tearing things up.
*Invincible VS* already boasts a decent lineup – Mark Grayson (naturally), Atom Eve, Thula, Bulletproof, and Rex Splode are all confirmed fighters. But Battle Beast? He’s in a different league. According to the official spiel, he's all about "rage, strength and brutality." Sounds about right, doesn't it? Apparently, he's a bit on the slow side, but makes up for it with massive attack range and "Super Armor." That's a tank if I've ever seen one, and makes him a perfect anchor character. Imagine the combos, mate!
Now, fair warning, if you're not caught up on *Invincible* Season 3 (spoiler alert!), Battle Beast basically goes through hell. He survives a proper scrap with a Viltrumite after a prison break, only to be found frozen in space by the Coalition of Planets. Talk about a rough week! But hey, at least he's back in action, ready to unleash his, shall we say, *intense* desire for a good brawl. And if you are keen to see what happens with Invincible Season 4, Wesley over at IGN South Africa has got you covered.
Honestly, I reckon this is a brilliant move. Battle Beast is an absolute beast (pun intended) and a fan-favorite character. Adding him to *Invincible VS* is bound to get a lot of people properly hyped. The game looks like it captures the brutal, over-the-top action of the comic and show perfectly. I’m cautiously optimistic, though. Let's hope they nail the gameplay and don't try to sneak in any dodgy monetization schemes. I’ve been burned before!
But what does this all mean? Well, it means Skybound and Quarter Up are serious about making *Invincible VS* a proper contender in the fighting game scene. And with Kirkman at the helm, you know it's going to be packed with the same explosive energy that made the comic and animated series such a hit. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to practice my Battle Beast combos... just in case I ever get the chance to go head-to-head with Kirkman himself. A digital wizard can dream, can't he?
Tags: Invincible, Fighting Games, SDCC, Robert Kirkman, Battle Beast
Original article: IGN South Africa