Pro Jank Footy launches August 12

Pro Jank Footy, the highly anticipated arcade-style sports game, is set to launch on August 12, according to Gonintendo, a date that has been confirmed by multiple sources, including Vooks and Well Played. However, IGN and Sea.IGN report a launch date of August 13, highlighting a discrepancy in the reported launch dates.

Developed by Powerbomb Games and Tinker Town, Pro Jank Footy is a love letter to Australian Rules Football, injecting the sport with a wild spread of insane power-ups, including doubling the amount of players on your team, introducing a third team mid-match, and transforming everyone into footballs. The game is designed for solo play, couch multiplayer, and online, making it a great option for fans of arcade sports games.

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According to Gadgetguy, Pro Jank Footy has already gained a cult following around the world, having been officially selected at Playtopia, Day of the Devs, and Bitsummit. The game's creative director, David Ashby, hopes that Pro Jank Footy will distort the world's view of Australian Rules Football, making it a great thing for the sport.

The game features commentary from Australian comedy legend Broden Kelly, as well as a launch trailer animated by acclaimed Australian animator and filmmaker Michael Cusack. With over 150 power-ups to choose from, no two matches are ever the same in Pro Jank Footy, making it a unique and exciting gameplay experience.

Pro Jank Footy will be available on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch/Switch 2, making it accessible to a wide range of players. The game's release coincides with the pointy end of this year's AFL season, making it a great option for fans of the sport.

As Well Played notes, Pro Jank Footy is destined to become a fan favourite with its on-field antics certain to cause chaos between players in solo play, or local and online multiplayer. With its unique blend of arcade-style gameplay and Australian Rules Football, Pro Jank Footy is set to bring a new level of excitement to the world of sports games.

What to Expect from Pro Jank Footy

Pro Jank Footy promises to deliver a unique and exciting gameplay experience, with a range of features that set it apart from other sports games. Some of the key features of the game include:

• Over 150 power-ups to choose from, including ones that turn one player into a huge unit or make every kick go over your head
• Local multiplayer and online support, making it easy to play with friends and family
• A single-player Season Mode, where players can choose a random 3 power build and defeat the entire league one by one
• Commentary from Australian comedy legend Broden Kelly, adding to the game's humor and charm
• A range of fictional Australian-centric teams to choose from, including the South Coast 'Prawns' and the New Team Coming 'Sooners'

Development and Inspiration

Pro Jank Footy is the result of a collaboration between Powerbomb Games and Tinker Town, with creative director David Ashby at the helm. The game takes inspiration from legendary arcade sports classics like NBA Jam and NHL ’94, and injects its brand of Australian Rules Football with a wild spread of insane power-ups.

According to Ashby, Pro Jank Footy is a love letter to Aussie Rules Footy and Australian culture. The game's development was assisted by Screen Australia and the South Australian Film Corporation, and it has already gained a cult following around the world.

The game's launch trailer was animated by acclaimed Australian animator and filmmaker Michael Cusack, and features commentary from Australian comedy legend Broden Kelly. With its unique blend of humor and gameplay, Pro Jank Footy is set to bring a new level of excitement to the world of sports games.