Double Fine announced yesterday that the sequel to the side-scrolling samurai brawler from 2013, Samurai Gunn, will be launching in early 2019. Coming to the Nintendo Switch and PC, Samurai Gunn 2 will follow an assortment of heroes as they fight against a mad emperor to change the fate of Gunn City.
The game boasts a new expansive adventure mode and an updated take on its predecessors versus mode. The aforementioned adventure mode will allow you and a friend to venture into a medieval metropolis and fight and evade their way through Gunn City in the hopes of bringing light to a mysterious threat that threatens to take over. Players can also jump into some versus action with a group of two or four friends and battle it out across new levels with improved controls and a host of new characters. With a host of new mechanics, levels and characters it’s sure to be a welcome treat for both fans of the original and newcomers alike.
With the release of Samurai Gunn 2 comes a new graphic novel titled Trigger Soul, from acclaimed comic creator Valentin Seiche. The game will also include a new soundtrack composed by rapper Adam “Doseone” Drucker whose work includes the original Samurai Gunn, Enter the Gungeon and Gang Beasts. Be sure to check out the trailer above or head over to the official site or Nintendo’s info page for more details.
