Suddenly and out of the blue, publisher Red Art Studios / Red Art Games has made a surprise announcement by confirming that the PlayStation 5 version of Deepnight Games’s 2D action adventure platformer Nuclear Blaze is now available digitally – with plans to also begin distributing standard and deluxe physical editions this August. The PlayStation 5 version features exclusive support for 120Hz gameplay and the Dualsense Controller’s Adaptive Triggers, with owners of the PlayStation 4 version also eligible for a free upgrade.
Physical editions of Nuclear Blaze can be pre-ordered starting today at 5 PM CEST and will be available on 8 August 2024. Additionally, a 500-copy Limited Deluxe Edition physical release is also being made available via the Red Art Games website, and for 24.99 euro or local equivalent offers: a full physical copy of the game, a sleeve featuring alternate artwork, a booklet featuring an interview with creator of Nuclear Blaze and Dead Cells Sébastien Bénard, a kitten keychain and a double-sided poster. Both Standard and Deluxe editions will begin accepting pre-orders from 5PM CEST.
For those preferring to go all-digital, Nuclear Blaze is available for €9.99/$9.99 via the PlayStation Store, with a 10% discount during launch week.
Nuclear Blaze is a 2D action game where players control an experienced firefighter managing a massive fire and investigating its cause. The game features smooth controls and tight gameplay mechanics from Dead Cells’ lead designer Sébastien Bénard.
The game includes a Kid Mode for younger players (aged 3 and up), featuring easier levels, an immortal hero, simplified controls with auto-aim, and numerous helicopters and trucks. The console version also offers the “Hold my Beer” Mode, which adds hidden areas and new threats requiring precise tactics.
About Nuclear Blaze
A huge fire is raging and you are sent on the spot to stop it. Business as usual for a highly-trained and experienced firefighter such as yourself. Air dropped right in the middle of this blazing inferno, your main mission objectives are to contain the fire, investigate its causes and look for survivors.
The unexpected discovery of a secret military facility is quickly going to send a monkey wrench in your plans. Unravel the truth behind the existence of Site 16 and A-█████. Access to that information may require authorization clearance ████ and ██ though…
