Bandai Namco Entertainment has unveiled a character trailer for Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash (Jujutsu Kaisen Senka Sōran), an upcoming 2-on-2 fighting game inspired by Gege Akutami’s Jujutsu Kaisen manga. This trailer provides a glimpse of the characters Maki Zen’in, Toge Inumaki, and Panda.
The roster of playable characters includes Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, Nobara Kugisaki, Satoru Gojo, Ryomen Sukuna, Maki Zen’in, Toge Inumaki, and Panda.
The game is set to launch on various platforms, including PC via Steam, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. Byking Inc. is the developer behind this exciting game.
Bandai Namco Entertainment describes the game as follows:
“Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash” offers arena brawls that allow fans to immerse themselves in the original story and action of “Jujutsu Kaisen.” In this game, players can join protagonist Yuji Itadori and a memorable cast of characters as they defend humanity against monstrous Curses in modern-day Japan. The game faithfully captures the series’ unique aesthetic with its visuals and offers a roster of more than fifteen beloved fighters. It features intense action and dynamic animations.
In “Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash,” players can form their 2v2 teams, each capable of executing powerful tag-team attacks and combos. Different character combinations will have unique synergies and power dynamics. As players progress through battles, they can enhance their fighters’ power level, unlocking more potent attacks along the way.
Gege Akutami began the Jujutsu Kaisen manga in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine in March 2018. The series has gained widespread popularity and acclaim.
Viz Media published the first three chapters of the manga in English simultaneously with Japan as part of its Jump Start initiative. The company continued publishing new chapters digitally when it transitioned to its new Shonen Jump model in December 2018. Viz Media also releases physical copies of the manga. Additionally, Shueisha publishes the manga on its MANGA Plus service.
The Jujutsu Kaisen anime premiered in October 2020, consisting of 24 episodes. A Jujutsu Kaisen 0 anime film, based on a manga prequel story, premiered in Japan in December 2021. The second season of the anime started airing on July 6, with Crunchyroll streaming it as it airs in Japan. This season will run for two cours, spanning a continuous half-year broadcast.
