Wipeout Rush is hurtling onto smartphones in 2022 thanks to publisher Rogue Games, as revealed in a story by IGN today. This reimagined version of the franchise brings back the break-neck speed of the beloved originals, but has optimised the gameplay for mobile devices, including unique card-based gameplay and a brand new campaign.
The title also promises 60 ships from the original games, while the single-player mode takes on a comic-book-inspired design and narrative while taking players through 12 championships, and five different environments. All while running at a solid 60 fps, with visuals that reimagine the franchise for mobile. Meanwhile, longtime fans will be happy to hear the game features a new electronica soundtrack, from long-standing composer Alastair Lyndsay.
In a statement to IGN, Rogue CEO Matt Cassamassina said "We hope fans will come to it with an open mind because-although different-we're proud to bring the wipEout franchise back into focus with a fresh take on the formula." Wipeout Rush is currently only listed as for early 2022, but we will update this page with a specific date as information is released.
You can watch the reveal trailer below, and see the new direction for the series.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4liaGiG1ku0
In the meantime, check out our guide for the best mobile games in 2021 to keep your thumbs occupied until next year.