Odyssey Interactive Unveils Byte Breakers: Smash Bros-Style Battle Royale Prototype Hits Steam Playtest

Odyssey Interactive, the game development studio behind the energetic multiplayer title Omega Strikers, is making headlines once again with its newest project: Byte Breakers.

This innovative title fuses the fast-paced, platform-fighter gameplay made famous by Nintendo’s Super Smash Bros.

with the chaos and scale of a 40-player battle royale.

The studio has announced that it is releasing a public prototype on Steam, inviting the gaming community to participate in open playtesting and provide crucial feedback on the game's concept and mechanics. According to the official announcement, Byte Breakers unmistakably echoes the visual style and mechanics associated with Smash Bros.

upon first glance.

However, what sets Odyssey Interactive’s project apart is its ambitious scope—the matches bring together up to 40 players in a single chaotic arena, marking a significant evolutionary leap in the genre’s scale and competitive dynamics. In a video statement released this week, Odyssey Interactive commented on their approach: “We hope you can see the game’s potential.

While certain elements may feel familiar to fans of platform fighters, we aim for the entire experience to present something truly new.” The team clarified that their goal is not merely to create a better Smash Bros., but to expand upon the foundations of the platform-fighter genre established by Nintendo decades ago.

As they noted, "We’re striving to push the boundaries of the genre we grew up with, not simply replicate it.” Odyssey Interactive is remaining transparent about the future of Byte Breakers.

The current build is a prototype, meaning the game is not yet confirmed for full release.

To gauge interest and gather meaningful player data, the studio is opening the playtest to a select group of a few thousand players who sign up via the Byte Breakers Steam page.

This early access opportunity is designed to test gameplay ideas and determine if the community’s enthusiasm matches the studio’s vision. The playtest is set to launch on Steam this Friday, giving players an early look at the game’s unique blend of platform fighting and large-scale battle royale action.

While there is currently no announcement regarding Byte Breakers coming to Nintendo Switch, the move to iterate with a public prototype demonstrates Odyssey Interactive’s commitment to community-driven development and genre innovation. Odyssey Interactive previously developed Omega Strikers, a free-to-play "footbrawler" that launched on Nintendo Switch and other platforms in 2023.

Despite a promising debut, Omega Strikers’ live service was wound down just months after release, as the team pivoted to new projects to ensure the studio’s sustainability. With Byte Breakers, Odyssey Interactive showcases both its creative ambition and openness to feedback, taking bold steps to redefine what players can expect from multiplayer platform fighters.

Interested gamers can request access to the Byte Breakers public playtest now through Steam and contribute to shaping what could be the next significant evolution of the genre.

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