Crash Team Rumble, which was announced at The Game Awards 2022, is set to release on June 20, Activision has announced. The 4v4 team-based multiplayer game is developed by Toys For Bob and published by Activision Publishing. Those who choose to pre-order the game will get access to a Closed Beta running from April 20 to April 24. During the Closed Beta, players will have access to five heroes and villains from the Crash universe: Crash Bandicoot, Coco, Tawna, Neo Cortex, and Dingodile. Each hero will have unique equipable powers, special moves, and abilities. The Closed Beta will have three maps to choose from.
Each hero or villain in Crash Team Rumble falls into one of three roles: Blocker, Booster, or Scorer. In the team-based game, players will have to work together to be the first to bank the most Wumpa fruit in their drop-off zone. Of course, they’ll also have to defend their opponent team’s drop zone. The game will feature cross-platform play and is set to release on the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. Pricing is set at $29.99 for the standard edition and $39.99 for the deluxe edition. The standard edition includes the full game, post-launch seasonal content and limited-time modes, access to the Closed Beta if you pre-order, and the Season 1 Premium Battle Pass. The deluxe edition includes everything from the standard edition and adds 25 Battle Pass Tiers instantly unlocked during Season 1, the Season 2 Premium Battle Pass, and the digital “Proto Pack,” which includes customization options for each hero and villain at launch, along with other items.
If you’re wondering what games Toys for Bob has worked on, the developer’s list includes Crash 4, Call of Duty Warzone, Spyro Reignited Trilogy, Skylanders, and more..
“We’re incredibly excited for fans to get an early hands-on with Crash Team Rumble during April’s Closed Beta,” said Paul Yan, Co-Studio Head at Toys For Bob. “We truly value the community’s feedback and will use this input to fine tune the game for an amazing player experience on launch day. See you in the Closed Beta!”
