Knockout City, the dodgeball multiplayer game from Velan Studios, is right around the corner, launching on 21st May. The game, published by EA Originals, shows a lot of promise with its simple but engaging gameplay and neat presentation — we're definitely keen to throw some curve shots on release. Fortunately, you'll all be able to join us, as the studio has just announced an in-game Block Party, granting a 10-day free trial to all.
From 21st May at 12pm UTC until 30th May at 12pm UTC, the game will be freely available to all players on all platforms, of course including PlayStation 4 — and PS5 through backwards compatibility. It's not made clear if you'll need a PS Plus subscription to join the fun, but it's best to assume you do.
Anyway, during this Block Party period, not only will you be able to sample the game for free, but there's a whole bunch of stuff happening in and out of the arena. Livestreams, exclusive gear, community tournaments, and more are scheduled for the game's launch period, as you can see in the image above. If you enjoy what you play during this free trial, you can go on to purchase the game and your progress will carry over, which is nice. You'll get some bonus bits and pieces to boot.
Will you be giving Knockout City a try during this 10-day free trial? Dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge in the comments section below.
[source ea.com]
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They seem to have a lot of confidence in the game, I feel like you could get your fill within those days. I’ll give it a try and if I like it, I’ll purchase it.
Really looking forward to this game!
I don't personally have any ill will towards the title, but it seems like something that would best benefit from a free-to-play model. It will be interesting to see if this takes off.
That’s a no from me dog
I really liked this game in the beta. Hoping people give it a test drive and pick it up, cause I'd love to play it with my friends
Can’t believe EA didn’t learn from that other game they did rocket arena. That should of been free to play but because knew better they wanted £35 for it it died instantly and two weeks later it was £4.99 and then in ea play three weeks later. Hopefully this game does alright but IMO these games scream free to play so it has a chance to have a decent player base.
I might check it out
Read between the lines. That's ten days to find enough people to play with. After that? Guess time will tell. Pass.
Isn't this game in EA Play day one or did I imagine it?
I am really excited to try this but since it's available on Gamepass day 1 I will be playing it there
@blinx01 I think it is. $20 otherwise.
I hope this is better than rocket arena
I haven't tried this yet, but this is from a studio in a nearby city to where I live, so I'm excited to support it. I'm glad it's not F2P. $20 seems totally reasonable and it looks fun. I think the trial period is a great idea.
I have to say this looked boring to me when i first saw it but i keep hearing more people saying it is really good.
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