Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids Launches August 26 with Friend’s Pass and Crossplay

Overview
The action‑strategy title Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids, crafted by Julian Gollop’s Snapshot Games and published by Arc Games, debuts on August 26, 2025. Available on PC (Steam & Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, the game blends third-person action with real-time strategy in a vibrant, comic-book world. Key highlights include cross-platform play and a Friend’s Pass feature that enables multiplayer access for free.

Highlights at a Glance

- Release Date & Pricing
- Launches August 26, 2025
- Priced at ~$29.99 (or £24.99), with a 10% discount during launch week

- Friend’s Pass & Crossplay
- Enables one carrying player to invite a friend to join campaign and PvP modes for free
- Supports cross-platform play across all available platforms

- Gameplay Mechanics
- Merge of third-person hero action and strategic base-building, commanding minions while directly engaging enemies
- Modes include single-player campaign, couch co-op, online co-op, and PvP (1v1 and 2v2)
- Comic-book aesthetics, boss battles, collectibles, and narrative charm enrich the experience

Quick Feature Table

| Feature | Details |
|----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Launch Date & Price | August 26, 2025 — ~$29.99 / £24.99 with 10% launch discount |
| Friend’s Pass | Free co-op and PvP for invited friend across platforms |
| Crossplay Support | Yes — PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S all compatible |
| Gameplay Blend | Third-person action + RTS base-building and unit command |
| Game Modes | Single-player, online/couch co-op, PvP 1v1 & 2v2 |
| Aesthetic & Story | Cartoonish, comic-style art, with quirky world, boss fights, collectibles |

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Navigation Links

- Gematsu: Launch Details & Price
- XboxEra: Friend’s Pass & Crossplay
- Bleeding Cool: Release Date Confirmation