It's been a great year for gaming on the Nintendo Switch, and with Knockout City coming, things are only getting better.
Knockout City is set to shake up dodgeball as we know it in some awesome ways.
Here's what we know so far about Knockout City on Nintendo Switch.
Latest - Open Beta Weekend Approaches
Knockout City is approaching its open beta weekend, which will give players a taste of what's to come in the action-packed game.
Players on the Xbox Series S|X can also preload the game ahead of the event to get a head start, but Nintendo Switch users won't have that same luxury.
Knockout City Release Date
Knockout City will arrive on 21 May 2021.
It will be released on Nintendo Switch, Windows PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
Crossplay will be fully supported on the game regardless of what platform you are using.
Knockout City Switch Trailer
The above trailer arrived during Nintendo Direct on 18 February.
Knockout City Price & Pre-order
Knockout City will cost $19.99 / £19.99, but is not yet available to pre-order from the Nintendo Store.
Knockout City will also be free to play for its initial launch weekend, allowing you to try before you buy.
Beta
Knockout City has been meticulous in its public testing throughout development.
The next phase of development is the Cross-Play Open Beta weekend on 2-4 April 2021.
This will be available on all platfoms, enabling you to try out a new playlist or face off one-on-one.
To sign up for the Beta, head here.
Gameplay
Assemble an epic dodgeball Crew with your friends for multiplayer matches in a seamless cross-play experience
Passing to your teammates will increase the strength of your attack or “Balling Up” enables you to be thrown by one of your teammates.
Together, knock out opponents in 3v3, 4v4, or free-for-all matches, and dominate as a team to unlock distinctive, Crew-only rewards.
Customisation is a huge component of Knockout City - create your brawler and add unique KO Effects, Gliders, Taunts, and Victory and Defeat Poses.
Battle it out against other Crews in dynamic maps all over the Knockout City.
Dodgeball thrives between skyscraper rooftops, across busy streets—and even at the local construction site.
While you’re dodging dodgeballs, watch out for moving cars, rooftop drops, and even a wrecking ball or two.
It’s easy to pick up and play thanks to familiar controls, but practice is key to becoming a champion.
On a level playing field, only the most skilled ballers stand out from the crowd. Use your knowledge to master the intricacies of the game for spectacular KOs.
Get the job done with a variety of Special Balls, from the zero-gravity Moon Ball to the ticking Bomb Ball and the trapped Cage Ball.
And remember, if there's no ball nearby - just Ball Up and get a teammate to throw you!