CREED: Rise to Glory physical release announced, now available for pre-order
For someone that grew up on the Rocky movies, 2015’s Creed came flying out of left field, feeling more like a long overdue trip home than a film sequel. The way the new story wedged its way into the Rocky universe was touching and revelatory. There on display were all of the amazing Rocky highpoints, without any of the cornier touches that occasionally crept into the original series. I cannot think of another film in the recent wave of sequels and reboots that hit with more emotional honesty. Everything about the film, from the amazing fight sequences to Stallone’s note-perfect reprise performance as the Italian Stallion in his winter years, struck with the power of a Drago shot to the jaw. I loved this film, and I am beyond excited for the sequel.
It seems that I am now also beyond excited for the PS VR boxing title Creed: Rise to Glory. It was announced today that the game will release on September 25th, and is currently available for pre-order. In addition to the $29.99 digital store version, a (now rare for PS VR titles) physical version is also being released. Both version can be pre-ordered starting today, and will retail for $29.99. Fans ordering the digital version will also receive an exclusive avatar and theme pack. PlayStation Plus members will also receive an addition 10% off of the digital pre-order.
With the support of MGM and Sony, developer Survios seem to have developed one incredible title. Players step into the shoes of Adonis “Hollywood” Creed, and battle their way through seven opponents in one-on-one battles. Not only that, but players will get the chance to train with Rocky himself in Mighty Mick’s gym and the Front Street gym. It’s unclear whether Stallone is voicing Rocky Balboa in the game, but if not, the guy they got is a great ringer.
Using Servios’ new VR tech (known as “Phantom Melee Technology”, Creed allows the player’s avatar to mimic real-life boxing; throwing punches and getting hit, getting staggered or knocked out, and feeling the fatigue of a continuous match. In addition to the career and training modes, there will also be a freeplay mode that allows players to set up a custom fight with the location and opponent of their choice.
I can’t wait to get my hands on this game. With both of my teenage sons out of the house, I’m just starting a new diet, and Creed ought to help me along nicely. It is entirely possible to break a sweat playing a VR title, and I can’t imagine a game that I would rather sweat to than Creed. More details on the game can be found at the official website here.
