Tighten your headbands and grab your nunchaku (or a slice of pizza, if you’re like Mikey) – the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are swooping into the Fall Guys universe!
From the dizzying heights of New York city’s rooftops to the whimsical world of Fall Guys, the famous turtle brothers – Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Donatello – are bringing a slice of action straight from their latest adventure, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.
The allure of the Fall Guys universe has always been its playful and energetic take on the battle royale genre. With its saccharine colors and jellybean avatars bouncing off obstacles, it’s no wonder this game captured the hearts of both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike, especially during the introspective days of the COVID-19 pandemic.
They’re lean, they’re green, and they’re mean!
Leo, Mikey, Donnie and Raph are coming to the Fall Guys Store, and they’re bringing some extra cosmetics straight from the sewers 🐢 pic.twitter.com/g9vpeoret9
— Fall Guys (@FallGuysGame) August 14, 2023
The refreshing antics of Fall Guys provided a whimsical break from the mundanity of the global lockdowns. Now, as part of its ever-evolving charm, the game has once again enticed its players with a nostalgia-laden collaboration.
Fall Guys’ collaborations have ranged from the eerie world of Death Stranding to the high-flying antics of the WWE. The TMNT crossover starts from August 17 and lasts until the end of the month, players can deck out their characters in four distinct turtle costumes. But the collaboration isn’t limited to just costumes. As fans of the TMNT series will know, every turtle is unique, and this difference isn’t lost in the Fall Guys universe. Leonardo, the leader, has a prominent ninja star on his belt, while the tech-savvy Donatello sports glasses and a quirky fanny pack. Every detail, as minor as it seems, is a nod to the loyal TMNT audience.
Mind you, there’s more to this collaboration than the four shelled heroes. In the shadows of their adventures, the turtles often face a rogues’ gallery of foes. Who can forget the punk-rock warthog, Bebop, or the menacing rhino, Rocksteady? These villains have not been left behind. Players can enhance their Fall Guys avatars with Bebop-inspired purple hair, retro-future glasses, and a turtle shell shoulder pad. And for those looking to channel the might of Rocksteady? There’s a simple yet impactful rhino horn at your disposal.
Complementing the ensemble are two TMNT-themed emotes, Going for a Spin and Ninja in Training, allowing players to truly get into character. And for the victors? A “Slice of the Action” celebration awaits.
But here’s the twist in the tale: these collectibles aren’t available forever. You’ll only have until August 31 to rush to snag these exclusive items before they disappear. With such exclusive goodies up for grabs, it wouldn’t be a stretch to say the items might vanish faster than a pepperoni pizza slice around the ever-hungry Michelangelo.
The price for these in-game items remains a closely guarded secret for now. Drawing a parallel from previous crossover events, the Sonic the Hedgehog skins cost players 800 Show-Bucks each, equivalent to approximately $7.99 or £6.99 for the smallest bundle of in-game currency. TMNT fans and Fall Guys aficionados alike are eagerly awaiting the final price tag on these items. Fingers crossed, they aren’t as expensive as the crossover skins with Street Fighter 6.
The beauty of the Fall Guys’ game model is its ability to merge the most revered pop culture icons into its world. It transforms the often serious tone of these icons into adorable and light-hearted caricatures, offering players a unique perspective on their favorite characters. This Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles collaboration promises to blend seamlessly with Fall Guys’ playful energy, making it an unmissable event for fans of both worlds.
So, whether you’re a Fall Guys regular or a TMNT enthusiast, this collaboration guarantees a shell of a time.
Speaking of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, a bleaker take on the usual jovial story is coming in the next few years with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin.
