00:00Rated T for Teen
00:02Welcome to Speedball!
00:04Set in the year 2138, this isn't just a game, it's the ultimate bloodsport!
00:10What began as a secret underground competition has exploded into a high speed, headline-grabbing spectacle!
00:30Speedball is a fast-paced, high-octane and brutal sports game. Originally developed by the Bitmap Brothers for the Amiga, this new version modernizes the graphics and gameplay to bring this classic series to a new audience.
00:47At its core, Speedball is a battle between two teams fighting to outscore one another, most commonly by getting the ball into the goal.
00:56However, there are other opportunities that can be just as effective. Speedball rewards aggression just as much as precision.
01:05Slamming into opposing players deals damage, and if you inflict enough pain, you'll trigger a slow-motion, brutal takedown.
01:13Pull it off, and you'll earn the same points as a standard goal, proving that in Speedball, violence is just as effective as finesse.
01:22The 6v6 matches fly by as you fight to score, destroy your opponent, and claim victory.
01:29Speedball matches can take place across various arenas, each with its own unique layouts and characteristics that shape how you score against your opponent.
01:38There are several game modes available in Speedball, so let's break them down.
01:44Starting with Quick Play, you can face off against a computer opponent at the difficulty setting of your choice, invite a friend over the internet on the same platform, or play with someone next to you on the couch in Local Play.
01:57This mode allows you to fully customize your matches. Once you have chosen your teams and arena set, you can customize the settings for the match.
02:06You can adjust the time limit, change it to be based on a certain score reached, edit how much damage tackles do, and even customize if you want the ability to jump, sprint, dash, wall run.
02:18Those looking for a more traditional Speedball experience should pay close attention to these settings.
02:27Next is League Mode. This single player mode has you facing off against 9 other teams in a total of up to 19 matches to see who can become the League Champion.
02:38Each team also has a skill rating that determines the challenge you'll face. Whether you choose an elite squad or a group of misfits, true success comes down to you and how you use them on the arena floor.
02:51Paying close attention to your player stats is key to victory, as injuries can take your best players out and make the matches even more difficult.
03:01For more details on League Mode, we will be doing a deep dive into the mechanics in a later video.
03:06Lastly, there is Online Play. This is where you can create a custom team with your own unique name, armor style, colors, logo, and home arena.
03:17More customization options can be unlocked through various online challenges or by winning in League Mode with different teams.
03:24Compete against other players to climb the ranks, prove your skill, and face opponents matched to your level as you fight for online dominance.
03:34There are 12 teams you can play as in Speedball outside of your custom online team. Each one has its own trait and main tactic.
03:45The tactics are the formations you can take in a match of Speedball. For example, the Blockade tactic is a defensive setup that has more players near the goal to prevent the other team from scoring easily.
03:57Counter-Attack is designed to absorb pressure from the opposing team and turn it back around to score goals.
04:05Balanced is the perfect middle ground for offense and defense.
04:09Pass and Run is for keeping the ball in motion with short, quick passes between teammates and keeping it away from your opponent.
04:16Lastly, the Blitz tactic is all about aggression and overwhelming the other team with more players up front.
04:24Some of these include immunity to frost or fire while also getting a boost from them, increased movement speed, and increased shot strength after certain conditions are met.
04:35If you are someone who played the original Speedball games, then you will be very familiar with the teams available. Most of them are returning from Speedball 2 with a few new additions.
04:47One might look familiar if you are a big 2000 AD comics fan, and Miss Snuffle's Piglets, which is an ice cream vendor sponsored team that even has its own themed arena.
04:57There are 21 different arenas in Speedball that you can choose from, each with its own unique elements.
05:04Seven of them also have a brutal variant, which adds even more elements and brings the total to 28.
05:11These arenas are separated into three categories – Point Enhancers, Mobility, and Damage.
05:19For Point Enhancers, Multiplier Hoops give the next goal double the points for a short duration.
05:25Stars can give you extra points by lighting up all of them on the opponent's side of the field.
05:30Rebound Bumpers give you additional points based on how many times you use the bumper.
05:35For Mobility, Warp Gates let you teleport the ball to another side of the arena,
05:40Bounce Pads let you jump higher, Pillars can be used for wall running in a circle or as a ricochet point,
05:47and Grind Rails allow you to slide your way around the arena in style with a boost of speed.
05:53Some of the other mobility elements can also cause damage or impair players in various ways.
05:59Thumpers are similar to Pillars, with the exception of a thumping shockwave being put out every few seconds that can knock down anyone too close.
06:09Kill Tech Tripwires will send a mine toward players that explodes when it gets close to them.
06:15Ice Floor Grates and Turrets have a slowdown effect if a player gets hit with a blast or steps on the grate.
06:22For damage, Spinning Hammers will knock down anyone who gets too close.
06:27Ball Electrifiers will cover the ball with lightning and electrocute the next three players who touch it.
06:33Finally, Fire Turrets and Greats will set players on fire, dealing damage and making them difficult to control.
06:43There's a lot to experience in Speedball. Take on your friends and destroy them with goals, brutal takedowns, and alternative scoring through Arena Stars.
06:53Master every team and fight your way to becoming the League Champion!
06:59Battle other players online and come out on top!
07:02We can't wait for you to jump into Speedball when it releases on January 27th, 2026.
07:08Speedball will be available on Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam platforms!
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