Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair

Release Date calendar
December 22, 2022
Platform joystick
Nintendo Switch
Game Type type
Released
Max Players players
1
Overview

Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair (地球防衛軍4.1 - often simply referred to as EDF 4.1) is a third-person shooter video game, and part of the Earth Defense Force series. Set in a world where Earth is under attack by giant insects and other extraterrestrial threats, players join the Earth Defense Force (EDF) to repel these invaders and save the planet. Features: • Huge Enemy Varieties: Battle against giant insects like ants, spiders, and bees, as well as formidable robots and towering kaiju-like creatures. • Expansive Arsenal: Over 800 weapons to choose from, ranging from assault rifles and rocket launchers to specialized tools like the Air Tortoise missile. • Four Unique Classes: Players can choose between four classes, each with distinct abilities and playstyles: Ranger: The standard infantry unit with balanced mobility and firepower. Wing Diver: A jetpack-equipped female warrior who excels in airborne combat but has limited energy. Air Raider: Specializes in calling in airstrikes, placing turrets, and supporting allies. Fencer: A heavy-duty class wearing powered exoskeletons, capable of wielding massive weapons. • Dynamic Destruction: Environments are fully destructible, allowing players to level entire buildings and landmarks. • Co-op Gameplay: Players can team up with friends in online cooperative multiplayer, working together to defeat the alien onslaught. • Hordes of Enemies: Experience the chaos as hundreds of enemies appear on screen simultaneously, leading to intense and action-packed gameplay. • Epic Battles: Fight against massive motherships, underground tunneling monsters, and dragon-like creatures in large-scale confrontations. • Engaging Narrative: The game offers a compelling storyline, mixing humor with the desperation of defending Earth from an overwhelming foe. • Customization: Equip your character with different weapons and items tailored to your preferred playstyle. • Challenging Difficulty Levels: Multiple difficulty levels ensure that both newcomers and series veterans can find an appropriate level of challenge.

Alternate Names
  • 地球防衛軍4.1 Japan Japan
Wikipedia

No information available

Cooperative

No

ESRB

M - Mature

Genres
Adventure, Shooter
Developers
Sandlot Games
Publishers
Bandai , D3Publisher
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