Phantom Fury on Nintendo Switch: Shelly 'Bombshell' Harrison Returns in Action-Packed FPS Sequel

Phantom Fury on Nintendo Switch: Shelly 'Bombshell' Harrison Returns in Action-Packed FPS Sequel Phantom Fury, the much-anticipated follow-up to Ion Fury, has been officially announced by renowned developer Slipgate Ironworks and acclaimed publisher 3D Realms.

Revealed during the 2022 Realms Deep showcase, Phantom Fury reintroduces fans to the iconic protagonist, Shelly 'Bombshell' Harrison, and marks a bold leap for the series into a fully realized 3D universe.

Scheduled for release on all major platforms, including the Nintendo Switch, this first-person shooter is slated to launch in 2023. Phantom Fury is described by the development team as a "road movie-inspired" FPS, immersing players in a high-octane adventure that sprawls across the United States.

Picking up years after Shelly's confrontation with Jadus Heskel, the narrative sees Shelly revived from a coma by an old confidant and armed with a powerful new bionic arm.

This advanced prosthetic not only grants Shelly formidable combat abilities but is also key for solving puzzles and traversing intricately designed environments. The game promises an arsenal that will satisfy FPS aficionados, boasting over 20 unique weapons.

Players will be able to wield familiar favorites like the Loverboy revolver and Bowling Bombs, alongside new additions such as armor-piercing shotguns, electrified foam blasters, and even deployable drones.

Each weapon can be upgraded with a variety of modifications, enhancing everything from fire modes to overall performance.

In a nod to the series’ roots, Phantom Fury encourages players to experiment with creative solutions to combat scenarios and environmental challenges. According to official statements from Slipgate Ironworks, Phantom Fury's world will feature an exceptional level of interactivity.

Players can expect to pilot helicopters, hack computers, play classic arcade machines, and even challenge opponents to a round of air hockey.

The design philosophy emphasizes player agency—almost any object within the environment can be interacted with, offering diverse ways to approach each mission. From tense firefights in Albuquerque motels to clandestine operations in abandoned Los Alamos facilities, and intense showdowns on the streets of Chicago, Phantom Fury takes Shelly on a cross-country quest to secure the Demon Core—a powerful artifact in danger of falling into enemy hands.

Throughout the journey, players will battle waves of soldiers, mutants, cyborgs, and formidable bosses. Phantom Fury is poised to make a significant impact on the Nintendo Switch and other platforms upon its planned release in 2023.

Its combination of a dynamic protagonist, robust gameplay systems, and environments teeming with interactivity exemplifies the innovation Slipgate Ironworks and 3D Realms are known for.

As Ion Fury’s successor, Phantom Fury aims to raise the bar for first-person shooters on both the Switch eShop and other digital storefronts. Fans eager for heart-pounding FPS action and the return of Shelly 'Bombshell' Harrison can look forward to Phantom Fury debuting later this year.

Stay tuned to official Nintendo Direct presentations and the eShop for further updates on the game’s release date, trailers, and pre-order information.

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