So here is some unexpected news as FreakZone Games (known for work on The AVGN games) and Metal X Entertainment will be adapting the cult classic horror musical Rocky Horror Show into a retro-style platformer, coming to Steam, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation next month, and will be in time for Hallowee. The game will see players “running, jumping, and dancing” through Doctor Frank-N-Furter’s mansion as characters from the musical as Brad, Janet, and Dr. Scott, in gameplay that is being described as a mixture of classic NES titles like DuckTales and Castlevania. In addition, the game will also incorporate various chiptune arrangements of songs from the musical, including “Time Warp”.
This is not the first time FreakZone Games has done something like this, with a previous game being an adaptation of the infamous movie Manos: The Hands of Fate.
Producer Joshua Viola told The Wrap:
“The Rocky Horror Show’ is a unique experience that transcends traditional entertainment, and we wanted to bring that magic to gamers — whether they’re already fans of the IP or discovering it for the first time. For those familiar with ‘Rocky Horror,’ they’ll get to relive it in a fresh, exciting way. For newcomers, it’s an unforgettable introduction to a cult classic, delivered with a twist only a video game can provide. But beyond all that, it’s simply a blast to play. At its core, it’s a true platformer and we’ve made sure the gameplay is every bit as engaging as the musical itself.”
It should be noted that this is an adaptation of the stage musical and not the film due to licensing issues.
You can see the trailer below
