Kickboxer Game in the Works by Former Call of Duty Devs

Former Call of Duty developers are crafting the first-ever video game adaptation of the iconic Kickboxer martial arts film franchise. Force Multiplier Studios, a Los Angeles-based company, is collaborating with Dimitri Logothetis and Rob Hickman, the creative minds behind the recent Kickboxer trilogy reboot, to bring this project to life.

The original 1989 Kickboxer film, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, launched a successful franchise. While Van Damme didn't reprise his role in Kickboxer 2, he returned for the 2016 reboot, Kickboxer: Vengeance, alongside Dave Bautista, and its 2018 sequel, Kickboxer: Retaliation. A third installment, Kickboxer: Armageddon, is slated for production this spring.

The Kickboxer video game, currently in early development, promises a blend of compelling storytelling and intense martial arts action. Force Multiplier Studios describes it as a "high-octane brawler" featuring iconic characters and locations from the franchise. While the involvement of Jean-Claude Van Damme remains unconfirmed, Brent Friedman, Chief Creative Officer at Force Multiplier Studios, assures fans that the studio possesses licenses for numerous characters and likenesses from the Kickboxer universe.

Force Multiplier Studios, co-founded by industry veterans Jeremy Breslau, Brent Friedman, and Charnjit Bansi (with experience on titles such as Call of Duty, Borderlands, Halo, Tomb Raider, and Mortal Kombat), aims to deliver an innovative fighting game experience.

"Kickboxer transcends its status as a mere film; it's a cultural phenomenon that has captivated generations of fans and martial artists," states Dimitri Logothetis, writer and director of Kickboxer: Armageddon. He expresses his enthusiasm for collaborating with Force Multiplier Studios to create a game that honors the original while introducing fresh gameplay elements.

The studio's previous work includes Karnivus, an environmental combat shooter released within Fortnite. However, the Kickboxer game represents a significant advancement for the team, promising dynamic brawling mechanics, exotic locations, and innovative environmental combat features.

Further details, including screenshots and a trailer, are expected later this year.