Publisher 3goo and developer Dimps announced a release date for The Rumble Fish 2’s modern re-release.

The Rumble Fish 2 is launching on December 8th across Windows PC (via Steam), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.

A physical Collector’s Edition will be available, it includes: The Rumble Fish Original Arcade version of the game – a faithful port of Atomiswave Version (exclusive to the physical Collector’s Edition retail version), and more:

• The Rumble Fish 2 game
• The Rumble Fish 2 Strategy Guide-Book
• Three additional DLC in The Rumble Fish 2: Greed, Beatrice, Hazama
• Command Cardsin The Rumble Fish 2
• The Rumble Fish Original Arcade game
• The Rumble Fish Original Arcade game OST CD
• The Rumble Fish Original Arcade game Art Book

The Collector’s Edition will first release in Japan on December 8th, 2022 and then for the rest of the world at a later date.
Here’s a new trailer:

Here’s a rundown on the July-announced port:

A legendary arcade game developed by Dimps in 2005. This fighting game gained popularity for its smooth visuals powered by S.M.A as well as the high level of strategy driven by its 2-gauge system. And with the addition of new current-gen features it’s even easier to play.

Battle Mechanics Polished to a Shine by a Legendary Studio Known for Fighters

The first original fighting game from Dimps, known for being involved in a number of other fighting games. It has continued to attract fighting game fans since its release in 2005 with mechanics that use 2 gauges–one for offense and one for defense–and slick 2D visuals powered by S.M.A. (Smooth Model Animation)

New Features for Console Provide a Modern Gameplay Experience

The console version contains new features such as an Online Versus Mode–a first for the series. It uses Rollback Netcode, which corrects lag between players, making for a streamlined experience online. And with 16:9 wide-screen support, AI and a training mode, you can fully enjoy this game in the comfort of your own home.

Main Game Modes

• Arcade
• Survival
• Time Attack
• Versus Mode
• Training
• Gallery

The Story

It is the end of the 20th century… A large-scale natural disaster struck the eastern area of a nation. It wiped out the financial sector and resulted in a staggering loss of life.

At the dawn of the 21st century, the conglomerate PROBE-NEXUS, commonly known as Probe, began reconstruction efforts in that eastern area. Colossal capital and cutting-edge technology was poured into rebuilding it. Skyscrapers that put the old high-rises to shame along with the world’s biggest shopping mall and recreational facilities. This was the dazzling birth of a symbol for the new century. It was christened Zone Prime.

And now, in an undeveloped sector of its western block, there was an area known as the slums…