Publisher and developer Rebellion has announced that dystopian sports game Speedball is ready to leave Steam Early Access on January 27, 2026. Its console release, which sees the revival of Bitmap Brothers’ iconic franchise making its debut on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S is scheduled for the same date.
Framed as a “no-holds-barred future sport that is used by mega-corporations to distract the downtrodden masses from their miserable lives,” Speedball entered Steam Early Access back in 2024. Since then, several updates have expanded its content offering.
Speedball Leaves Steam Early Access and Releases on Consoles
Back in May, a League Mode was introduced, enabling ten teams to compete in a season and attempt to claim the title of champions.
Other updates have brought a tutorial system and brutal versions of Speedball’s arenas while improving visuals.
The shooting system has also seen changes to make it more responsive, while eight new arenas now bolster the initial offering.
Additionally, dynamic traps and obstacles, like flamethrowers and ice shotguns, add an extra dose of adrenaline to matches.
Speedball’s console release brings its “fast-paced, explosive and unpredictable matches” to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S for the first time, giving players on those platforms access to Rebellion’s full version of the title.
Here is a breakdown of its key features as shared by the publisher in an emailed press release:
- Incredible fast-paced, explosive and unpredictable matches
- Face off in a brutal sport featuring a wide range of teams and arenas
- Take advantage of arena specific obstacles and abilities to gain the upper hand against your opponents
- Slow motion Slam Cam captures the most visceral and brutal tackles
- Arcade-style matches come together with sports management strategy
- Organize a team that fits your playstyle based on their individual traits and talents
- Hone your skills against the AI and then compete online or against a friend locally
Speedball leaves Steam Early Access on PC and arrives on both PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on January 27, 2026.
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