Indie developer Aether Studios has announced a release date for newly-rebranded Rivals of Aether 2, their platform brawler sequel originally known as Rivals 2.

Rivals of Aether 2 is finally set to launch on October 23rd for Windows PC (via Steam). A playable beta is set to run from September 27th through the 29th – you can sign up on its Steam page.

Here’s a rundown on the game, plus a new trailer:

Rivals 2 is the next generation of platform fighters and multiplayer brawlers. This sequel to the hit indie fighting game Rivals of Aether is expanded and upgraded with 3D visuals, new mechanics, improved online support, and more!

Features

• Every Character Will Be Free: On top of a launch roster of 10 iconic Rivals, all future characters will be added to the game for free and customizable with an expanding library of awesome cosmetics.
• Clobber Friends And Foes: Duke it out against CPUs, embarrass your friends locally, or hop online with reliable rollback netcode – all in either 1v1, 2v2, or Free-for-All battles.
• Easy To Play, Fun To Master: Customizable controls and expansive, genre-original gameplay mechanics make this a multiplayer brawler that anyone can enjoy
• The Aether Adventure Continues: In post-launch updates, experience an engaging and living world full of special event updates, new characters, additional modes, and exciting customizations and lore.