Capes Release Date Set for May with New Trailer Revealed

Capes, the highly anticipated turn-based superhero tactics game, has finally received a release date set for May 29, 2024. The announcement was made by publisher Daedalic Entertainment and developer Spitfire Interactive, who confirmed the launch date and also revealed that pre-orders are now open.

Originally announced for the Nintendo Switch over a year ago, Capes has been eagerly awaited by fans of the genre. The game offers players the opportunity to level up their heroes and combine their powers to access devastating team-up attacks in strategically challenging missions. Set in a dystopian city where developing superpowers is a crime, players must assemble a team of young heroes to take back King City from the supervillains who have ruled for the past twenty years.

The game promises compelling tactical gameplay and a cinematic story that will keep players engaged as they uncover the truth behind the horrific Enhancement Program of supervillain Operator Alpha. With a focus on mastering each hero’s unique abilities and unleashing their ultimate powers, Capes offers a fresh take on the superhero genre for fans of games like XCOM.

In addition to the standard edition priced at $39.99, a “King City Edition” is also planned for $44.99, which includes eight alternate hero skins and a digital art book. The game’s new trailer showcases one of the heroes, Rebound, who uses her shadow-based teleportation powers to outmaneuver enemies and deliver devastating critical damage.

With the release date drawing near, fans can now look forward to experiencing the thrilling world of Capes and leading their team of heroes to victory against the forces of evil. Stay tuned for more updates and information as the launch date approaches.