Strider Release Date Confirmed, New Modes Detailed

Capcom have just sent us word that their reboot of Strider will be coming to Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and Steam on February 19th in Europe.

Also revealed today, two new challenge modes have been added to the story mode.

Beacon Run offers a “speed run” race style mode that gives players a white-knuckled experience, challenging them to hit consecutive checkpoints while slicing through enemies, in the shortest amount of time. Survival Mode tests players’ combat skills with a variety of different item and ability load outs, as waves of progressively difficult and diverse enemies converge on Strider Hiryu.

Global online leaderboards track both Challenge Modes, as well as Story Mode times and status results. Whether competing against the world’s best speed runners or going head-to-head against friends, players can track their stats via the Strider leaderboards, which introduce an addictive layer of depth and replayability.

Furthermore, players can unlock new sets of costumes by uncovering the vestiges of Striders fallen in battle against Grand Master Meio’s evil empire. Unlock all costumes to have access to a full array of customization options, allowing players to create their own unique and playable Strider character.

The early word is that this is a damn fine game, but be sure to come back to GodisaGeek nearer the release for the full lowdown, and probably some video, too!