Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time Announced For Nintendo Switch

Adult Swim Games and Japanese developer Soleil have announced Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time for the Nintendo Switch and other platforms.

The game is a 3D action game where players take control of Jack on his quest to destroy the evil Aku. According to the new trailer, the game is scheduled to come out in Summer 2020.

Notably, the game is developed by Soleil, a Japanese developer responsible for Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker, whose staff consists of many former Team Ninja employees. Darrick Bachman, the head writer for the Samurai Jack cartoon, is also involved.

Check out the trailer and full description below:

Become the Samurai and Defeat Aku Forever

Become Samurai Jack, the greatest warrior of the past, present and future. Journey through time to finally stop Aku’s evil reign in this new adventure told by the creators of Samurai Jack. Encounter your favorite characters from the show including The Scotsman, Scaramouche, Sir Rothchild, and more!

Create Your Own Samurai Adventure

An untold Samurai Jack adventure that ties into the epic series finale. Team up with trusted allies from the show to face off against familiar enemies. Visit classic worlds and moments from your favorite episodes. Travel to a dark future to free mankind. Dive into the past to face off against terrifying monsters. Seek your fate as you travel across space and time. Equip and master over a dozen different weapons in combat. Increase your power even more by training and unlocking new skills to support your playstyle.

On February 28th at PAX East, Adult Swim Games will also be hosting a panel where Samurai Jack series creator Genndy Tartakovsky and head writer Darrick Bachman will share more details. We will be sure to share all of it as it comes.

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