Arc Games and Snapshot Games have revealed new details about Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids, the upcoming action-strategy hybrid from X-COM creator Julian Gollop. The studio announced a Friends Pass feature and full cross-platform play for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, ensuring that teaming up with friends will be easier than ever.
Friend’s Pass will allow anyone who owns the game to invite a friend to play the full campaign in online co-op or battle across all PvP maps at launch, even if the second player doesn’t own the game. Friend’s Pass holders will also have access to the first four single-player levels for free to learn the basics before jumping into multiplayer.
The announcement came alongside a brand-new Multiplayer Overview trailer, which breaks down the game’s different competitive and cooperative modes. Fans can expect 1v1 and 2v2 PvP battles (online and offline), two-player couch co-op, and online co-op for the full story campaign. Crossplay support ensures players across all platforms can squad up or face off without restriction.
What Is Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids?
Developed by Snapshot Games—the team behind Phoenix Point and Chaos Reborn—Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids fuses fast-paced third-person action with classic real-time strategy. Players take control of the titular duo, building bases, commanding armies of minions, and battling side-by-side in vibrant, comic book-inspired environments.
Key Features:
- Action + Strategy Fusion: Jump into quick, satisfying missions that mix hero combat with army-building mechanics.
- Epic Boss Battles: Test your tactics and teamwork against colossal Brainioid enemies.
- Multiplayer Variety: Play story missions in co-op or prove your skills in PvP modes, including 1v1, 2v2, and split-screen duels.
- Crossplay and Couch Co-op: Join forces or compete, whether online or locally.
- Friend’s Pass Support: Play the full game online with a friend for free if one of you owns it.
The game will also feature collectible secrets, blueprints for new weapons and upgrades, and optional challenges to reward exploration.
With Friends Pass and crossplay, Snapshot Games is aiming to make this one of the most accessible and community-driven RTS-action experiences on the market.
Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids doesn’t have a release date yet, but the developers teased that news is coming soon. In the meantime, you can Wishlist the game on Steam, join the official Discord, and check out the full trailer now.
