The sequel to the most realistic VR boxing game comes to Quest Early Access with multiplayer, customizable avatars, and new arenas
November 21, 2024
[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]
Halfbrick :
November 21, 2024 – Halfbrick Studios, in collaboration with original The Thrill of the Fight creator Ian Fitz, are excited to announce the Early Access release of The Thrill of the Fight 2, the sequel to the world’s most realistic VR boxing game. The Thrill of the Fight 2 is the fully-reimagined sequel to the original game, a viral fan-favorite for its immersive and true-to-life boxing experience.
The Thrill of the Fight 2 launches in Early Access at $10 – get it now on the Meta Horizon Store
Check out the launch trailers here for a glimpse into the action:
Players can now jab, dodge, and sweat their way to the top of the boxing world with The Thrill of the Fight 2. Early access will start with Thrill 2’s most anticipated feature: online player-versus-player boxing. This early release of the game will include only multiplayer modes, giving fans eager for online play the chance to jump in without delay. Single player content and further improvements to multiplayer are in development and will be added over time during early access.
“We’re excited to finally bring multiplayer to fans with Thrill 2’s early access launch while we work on building smart opponent AI for the game’s upcoming offline game modes. This is just the start of the development journey— we want to give our fans access to the action right away while they help shape Thrill 2 for its full release,” said Fitz.
Featuring highly customizable avatars, online player vs. player mode with skill-based matchmaking, and jaw-dropping arenas, Thrill 2 is now available on the Meta Quest store in Early Access here.
In Early Access, players can expect:
Immersive Online Multiplayer: Skill-based matchmaking and direct matches with friends or other players around the world.
Exceptionally High-Fidelity Boxing Experience: Authentic, true-to-life physics for a realistic boxing feel.
Stunning Graphics and Realistic Immersion: Breathtaking visuals that make you feel like you’re truly in the ring.
Represent Yourself in the Ring: Personalize your character's facial features, gender, skin tone, and body type.
Customize Your Gear: Select your gloves, shorts, shoes, and more including premium gear coming later in early access.
Spectator App: Gather your friends to watch your matches with a "live sports" style camera on a connected PC.
Beyond the Early Access release, development will continue into 2025 with the addition of single player content including competitive AI with dynamically generated behaviors and appearances, additional training modes, and more. Further updates will be released during early access that continue to add content and refinement to the full immersive experience of the game.
Follow along with Thrill 2’s development journey here.
“For me, the magic of this sequel is the core combat engine and the seamless multiplayer experience,” said Fitz. “I’m really inspired to push the limits of what is possible in a VR boxing game with the sequel, and I'm glad to have found an amazing and like-minded partner in Halfbrick Studios to make The Thrill of the Fight 2.”
The collaboration between Fitz and Halfbrick has led to a groundbreaking sequel that promises to deliver the most immersive and competitive boxing experience in VR. Halfbrick Studios CEO Shainiel Deo is a diehard fan of the game, and shared Fitz’s vision for pushing VR boxing forward. “I was blown away with the realism of the original game, and we’ve been honored to partner with Ian on the sequel. The team has been working hard to reimagine this experience for multiplayer, which we believe takes a great game to a whole new level.”
Press Kit here
Announce Trailer: https://youtu.be/3L20IA6ctQY
Teaser Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ja0XsY2XVZ4
Media Contact:
Sue Swinburne
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About Halfbrick Studios:
Halfbrick Studios is a leading independent game development company, known for its critically acclaimed games including Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride. With a passion for creating fun and immersive experiences, Halfbrick continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in gaming.
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