Funko and Universal Products & Experiences have revealed that Funko Fusion is coming to Nintendo Switch later this year.
10:10 Games has looked to deliver a “co-op action extravaganza built around some of the biggest brands and characters in pop culture,” which, whether in single-player or co-operatively online, will pay tribute to NBCUniversal’s beloved worlds and irreverent Funko Pop! interpretations of the characters who inhabit them.
Drawing from more than 20 franchises, that will range from blockbuster movies like Jurassic World, JAWS, Back to the Future, The Thing, Shaun of the Dead and Chucky to hit TV series such as Battlestar Galactica, The Umbrella Academy and Masters of the Universe.
Those who pre-order Funko Fusion will receive a themed The Walking Dead Pack at launch, including Rick Grimes and Michonne Hawthorne from Skybound’s award-winning The Walking Dead comic books. This will also include Variant Outfits for both characters – Rick Grimes as Alexandria’s Leader and Michonne in her Traveler outfit.
“Our vision at 10:10 Games is to create an incredible co-op videogame experience that will bring gamers from across the globe together in a unique, fun, energetic, and authentic gaming experience,” explains 10:10 Games co-founder and head of publishing Arthur Parsons. “Crafted by a talented team, Funko Fusion is the ultimate celebration of fandom, blending beloved movie and TV properties for every generation with humor, fun mechanics, and fast-paced high-adrenaline action. Funko Fusion is the experience we believe fans are waiting to play, and finally, on a personal note, I get to have He-Man in a video game!”
“Funko Fusion is our first, explosive entry in console video gaming. New and longtime Pop! fans will traverse, explore, and adventure through incredible worlds inspired by some of NBCUniversal’s most iconic brands and characters, in addition to a wealth of surprises from both Skybound and Funko,” enthuses Funko vice president of licensing and business development Jason Bischoff. “Fans have been champing at the bit for more information since our announcement. We are so grateful for that excitement, and for the opportunity to start sharing the extraordinary work, and partnership of our friends at 10:10 Games. Fall 2024, it’s all about Funko Fusion!”
Skybound Games managing partner Ian Howe adds: “We’re honored to be working alongside these juggernauts of entertainment and pop culture to bring Funko Fusion to life. To expand the fun for Skybound fans, bringing The Walking Dead and Invincible into the fold, is really just icing on the cake. Invincible, Omni-Man, Rick Grimes, and Michonne, alongside some of NBCUniversal’s most amazing characters? We can’t wait for fans to experience this!”
Universal Products and Experiences senior vice president and general manager of games and digital platforms Bill Kispert adds: “Funko Fusion delivers both quintessential and cult classic IPs from our incredible library in a game experience that is completely unexpected. The game will unlock new adventures for fans, allowing them to interact with favorite characters in wild and exciting ways, with tons of clever homages to these worlds they love to discover along the way.”
Funko Fusion will be released at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide on 13 September 2024.
