Descenders

Platform(s): Android, Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, iOS
Genre: Racing
Publisher: No More Robots
Developer: RageSquid
Release Date: June 8, 2021

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'Descenders' (ALL) Gets Xbox Retail Date, Xbox Series X|S Optimization

by Rainier on May 20, 2021 @ 11:40 a.m. PDT

Descenders is an extreme downhill freeriding for the modern era, with procedurally generated worlds, and where mistakes have real consequences.

Descenders throws players into the high-octane world of downhill biking, where every jump, whip and scrub will earn Rep points for you and your team - but with the risk that you might lose it all with just one badly timed landing.

A deep physics system and tight controls allow players to string together incredible trick combos, as you make your way down the mountain and attempt to reach the bottom with as few scratches as possible.

Procedurally generated worlds mean that no two runs are ever the same, with special challenge nodes to discover and nerve-racking Boss Jumps that truly sort the casuals from the pros. But linger for too long and the sun will begin to set, forcing you to ride through the night to get the job done.

Sold Out and No More Robots announced that the physical version of Descenders will be available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles on June 8 - the same day the game is optimised for Xbox Series X|S.

Players who pre-order the physical edition will receive a day-one unlock for the ‘Lantern Lux Set’, which includes a set of rare, glow-in-the-dark customisation items for their outfit, helmet and bike. These items can also be unlocked in the game by player progression.

“We’re thrilled to be releasing a physical Xbox edition of Descenders simultaneously with the game’s Xbox Series X|S update this June,” said Katie Clark, Senior Product Manager at Sold Out. “Whether it’s new players or existing fans looking to pick up a physical copy for their collection, we can’t wait for Xbox players to lead their team to glory with this physical Xbox release.”

Players taking up the challenge on Xbox Series X will get to compete in 8 player lobbies and experience improved visuals, while having the option to play in a 4K resolution mode or 120FPS performance mode.

Grab your bike, pick your team, and attempt to live up to the legend of your Descender. Will you join the die-hard, trick-frenzy ranks of Team Enemy, the proficient, off-road stylings of Team Arboreal, or the high-octane, speed-is-everything Team Kinetic?

Apart from wearing your team's colors with pride, players will also receive exclusive gear from their team, and can earn special prizes if their team is top of the leaderboards at the end of each month. Meanwhile, players will be able to hang out with their team-mates in the Descenders Overworld, practicing tricks together and checking the team leaderboards, before heading out to watch each other's runs.

As you ride, whip and scrub to victory, you'll unlock Crew Members who will provide special upgrades and mutators, allowing you to hone your run to your exact specifications. With over 3.5 billion levels to explore, dozens of mutators to bag, numerous hidden nodes, and a plethora of unlockable kits, helmets, bikes and accessories, Descenders is packed with many hours of content.

Key Features:

  • Procedurally generated worlds: Take on different jumps, slopes and hillbombs every time you play
  • Freestyle bike controls: Control every subtle movement of your rider, with an in-depth physics system made for slick whips and scrubs
  • Risk vs reward: Push your rider for massive scores and combos -- but bail too many times and you might lose it all
  • Build your Rep: A fully-featured online Rep system lets you show off your worth, and earn new bikes and threads
  • Fully licensed soundtrack: We've partnered up with drum & bass label Liquicity to bring you the perfect soundtrack for hitting the mountains
  • Become the next Descender: Can you survive the game in a single run, and reach the ranks of the legendary Descenders?

Currently available on PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and PS4, Descenders is coming to Xbox Series X|S in summer 2021.


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