'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle' News and Updates: New 'Power Rangers' Game Announced in NYCC; Game Features and Release Date Revealed
The "Power Rangers" hype is clearly not confined to the show and movie franchises. The fighting adventure series has grown so much that video game iterations have continually graced different consoles. The newest game, "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle" had just been announced.
New "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle" Announced
The beloved helmeted fighters will be returning to consoles for the upcoming "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle". The newest addition to the franchise will soon be coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. The trailer for the upcoming game is linked below.
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Hit video game developer Bandai Namco had just announced at the New York Comic-Con that "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle" will be released on January 2017. The multi-platform game will be the 17th official video game installment to the "Power Rangers" franchise. It is interesting to note that the first three video games released in 1995 are all under the "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers" title.
Gameplay Features
Console gamers will get more features though, as the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 version will be featuring a local co-op mode for up to four players. "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle" will come with the iconic martial art moves, weapons, morphing abilities, and the Megazord.
Given all these elements, "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle" will truly be an authentic experience faithful to the franchise. The side scrolling action game itself is based on the classic and original TV show version of the series.
Rangers and Other Characters
Throughout the course of the game, the players will be able to select any Power Ranger of their choice. The roster includes Jason, Trini, Billy, Kimberly, Zack, and Tommy - the original rangers. They could then be leveled up and augmented to fare better in future battles. The two-dimensional and cartoonish visual style of "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle" truly gives off a nostalgic and sterling feel to the game.
There are also additional unlockable characters in "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle". This includes Tommy Oliver as both the Green and White Ranger. The game will also feature human characters such as Rocky, Aisha, Adam, and Kat.
The local co-op multiplayer mode will then allow players to combine their powers with their colleagues. This will then result in a special attack that displays a spectacular showcase of martial arts. Fans are hopeful that "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Mega Battle" will include a larger roster of rangers in the future, with several versions from the different incarnations of the show.
