Big Ant Studios, the developer behind Cricket 24, initially revealed that the game was in development with a projected release in June 2023. However, a recent joint announcement from NACON and the developer has provided an updated release date of October 5, 2023. Cricket 24 is set to launch on multiple platforms, including PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.
Anticipated to redefine cricket gaming, Cricket 24 boasts an extensive array of licensed content, surpassing any other cricket video game. With comprehensive representation of teams and nations worldwide, the game aims to deliver the most immersive and complete simulation of cricket to date. Get ready to experience the pinnacle of cricket gaming on October 5, 2023.
Cricket 24 is Slated to be Released on 5 October
As mentioned earlier, Cricket 24 is a unique game which is the most-updated video game in the specific sports genre. The game’s license list is massive and you cannot lift a single finger against any major thing that is not involved in the game. It is the biggest and most realistic Cricket game to date.
- The Ashes: Cricket 24 will feature the biggest rivalry in cricket โ The Ashes. Detailed cutscenes put the user into the moment as gamers get the chance to play out their very own Ashes journey. Feel a part of the team with press conferences and team training sessions. Unique commentary allows for complete immersion. Experience The Ashes playing as a single player or as a member of the Australian or English teams.
- Official Licenses; Over 200 players with full photogrammetry. Major cricket nations include Australia, England, Pakistan, West Indies, New Zealand and Ireland with more to be announced over the coming months. The biggest tournaments include The Ashes, the KFC BBL and Weber WBBL, The Hundred, the Caribbean Premier League and the Pakistan Super League, plus a number of โto be announcedโ professional Indian T20 teams, along with more than 50 highly detailed official stadiums.
- Career Mode; Follow the journey of your player from club cricketer all the way to the international stage, developing your skills and growing your fan base as you hone your craft to become the next big thing in cricket. Cricket 24 gives you more control in determining your destiny, becoming a short-form hero, focusing on the Test team, or trying to balance both on your way to cricketing stardom.
- All new fielding; A complete overhaul of the fielding systems to provide the most realistic and responsive fielding controls ever seen in a cricket video game.
- Cross Platform; Fully cross-platform. Play online against your friends and the worldโs best players with no platform restrictions. Create and share custom content across all platforms including stadiums, players, teams and more with the Academy.
โWe canโt wait for cricket fans to be able to experience and play Cricket 24, leading their favourite Test, One Day or T20 team to victory in the most realistic cricket video game ever made,โ said Big Ant Studios CEO, Ross Symons. โAfter a decade of experience, the Big Ant Studios team are the leading cricket video game developers in the world. We are really excited to offer our fans Cricket 24 this October, a cricket game with greater immersion and depth than any that have come before it,โ added Symons.
Release details:
Scheduled for release on October 5, 2023, Cricket 24 offers an exciting proposition for fans. Those who opt for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions can seamlessly upgrade to the latest generation of hardware at no additional cost. Furthermore, the Nintendo Switchโข version of Cricket 24 is anticipated to hit the market in November 2023.
To ensure you don’t miss out on the action, pre-orders for the standard edition of Cricket 24 are now open at GamesTheShop. Priced at Rs 4299, this pre-order includes versions for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. Secure your copy and get ready to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of Cricket 24.
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