GAMEPLAY GROUP INTERNATIONAL AND PM STUDIOS™ ANNOUNCE PUBLISHING PARTNERSHIP FOR AVATAR LEGENDS™: THE FIGHTING GAME LAUNCHING JULY 2
Master the Elements in a fast-paced 1v1 fighter set in the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender
Watch the AVATAR LEGENDS™: The Fighting Game Gameplay Below
LOS ANGELES (MARCH 28, 2026) – Gameplay Group International and PM Studios™, in collaboration with Paramount, Skydance and Avatar Studios, today announced a global publishing partnership for AVATAR LEGENDS™: The Fighting Game. Developed together with Nickelodeon Animation Studios, the fast-paced 1v1 fighter is set to launch July 2 for $29.99 USD SRP on PlayStation® 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™ 2, Nintendo Switch™ and PC via Steam, with full cross-play support available at launch. The game’s release date was unveiled live at the EVO Awards, marking a major milestone for the fighting game community.
Players can pre-order now on Steam and wishlist the game on PlayStation® 5 and Xbox Series X|S today.
Set within the iconic worlds of Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra, AVATAR LEGENDS™: The Fighting Game delivers fluid combat, expressive bending abilities, and competitive gameplay designed to engage both seasoned fighting game players and newcomers alike. Players are challenged to master the elements across a roster of fan-favorite characters, combining strategic depth with fast-paced, accessible action.
This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to gameplay-first design and competitive integrity, uniting Gameplay Group International’s fighting game expertise with PM Studios’ global publishing strength and community-first approach to deliver a bold new way for players to experience the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender.
“For us, this is about delivering a fighting game that feels right in the hands of players from day one,” said Victor Lugo, Founder & CCO, Gameplay Group International. “Avatar is a perfect fit for the genre - movement, mastery and expression are at its core. We’ve built a system focused on responsiveness, depth, and competitive play. With PM Studios as our partner, we’re excited to bring that experience to the fighting game community and fans around the world.”
That shared philosophy is what makes this collaboration a natural fit.
“Avatar: The Last Airbender is a world that fans have been connected to for decades – it’s that kind of passion that draws us to a project like this,” said Michael Yum, CEO of PM Studios. “Being able to help bring AVATAR LEGENDS™: The Fighting Game to players and support a team that understands what makes this world special is something we’re truly excited to be a part of. We’re always looking for projects where the team’s vision and the fan community’s enthusiasm align, and we’re proud to help bring this experience to players around the world.”
AVATAR LEGENDS™: The Fighting Game is a fast-paced 1v1 fighting game rooted in the elemental mastery central to the Avatar universe, allowing players to step into the roles of their favorite iconic characters from the franchise, brought to life through beautifully crafted hand-drawn 2D animation that preserves the style and expressive visuals of the original series.
Built for both competitive players and newcomers, the game captures the spirit of classic fighters while introducing innovations in movement, style and combat expression. Featuring an original, canon Story Mode and an emphasis on fluidity, responsiveness and online integrity, the game delivers an experience that is immediately accessible yet deeply rewarding for those who strive for mastery.
AVATAR LEGENDS™: The Fighting Game key features:
- Master the Elements: Harness water, earth, fire and air through distinct fighting styles inspired by fan-favorite characters.
- A Roster Built for Battle: 12 playable fighters at launch, with additional characters arriving through a post-launch seasonal roadmap.
- Support-Based Combat System: Select support characters for each fighter that influence playstyles and unlock new strategic, special moves in every match.
- Unique Flow System: A movement-driven combat system that emphasizes positioning, momentum, and player expression.
- Built for the Fighting Game Community: Proprietary rollback netcode and full cross-play, delivering smooth, responsive online matches across all supported platforms.
- Single Player Story Mode: Experience an original, canon narrative set within the Avatar universe.
- Train, Compete, Improve: Includes Arcade Mode, Training Mode, Combo Trials, Ranked and Casual Online and player lobbies.
- A Living Avatar Experience: Gallery Mode featuring hundreds of never-before-seen images from the series.
AVATAR LEGENDS™: The Fighting Game launches July 2 for $29.99 USD. Pre-order now on Steam and wishlist today on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
For more information on AVATAR LEGENDS™: The Fighting Game, please join the conversation on Twitter/X and Instagram.
ABOUT PM STUDIOS
PM Studios is a game developer and publisher dedicated to championing indie innovation and delivering bold, unforgettable gaming experiences to players around the world. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Las Vegas, with international operations in Seoul, Korea, PM Studios brings deep expertise in development, distribution, and publishing - with a growing slate of acclaimed titles and popular franchises across console, PC, and mobile.
At PM Studios, creativity comes without compromise. We empower creators, connect communities, and invite players everywhere to unleash their wonder. Come play. www.pm-studios.com.
ABOUT GAMEPLAY GROUP INTERNATIONAL
About Gameplay Group International At Gameplay Group International, we don’t just make games; we build experiences. As a collective of passionate designers, engineers, and artists, GG is driven by a single mission: to deliver unforgettable interactive experiences to players everywhere. Our international team thrives on diversity and innovation, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in gameplay, technology, and social connection. From indie gems to blockbuster hits, GG is dedicated to shaping the future of play and defining the next generation of global gaming culture.
ABOUT NICKELODEON
Nickelodeon, now in its 46th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location-based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon is a division of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY).
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Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game drops July 2nd on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch & Steam. The game will be available in two editions, with pre-order bonuses available. Checkout the announcement trailer along with more details about the game below!
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is an upcoming 2D anime action fighting game based on the hit Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra series, developed by Gameplay Group International in collaboration with Paramount.
Players will face off against their favorite characters from the Avatar universe, from Aang, Korra, and more. Fight across a suite of different modes from Story Mode, Arcade Mode, Ranked, and more with rollback netcode and crossplay across platforms. Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is launching on July 2 for PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam), with an eventual release on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
Preorder the game here on Steam now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2424420/Avatar_Legends_The_Fighting_Game/
Preorder Trailer (Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game) | AvatarFighters
👊 Twelve fighters
🌎 Rollback netcode + crossplay
🎨 900+ hand-drawn frames per fighter
📖 Single player story mode
Plus:
- Arcade Mode
- Ranked matches
- Casual matches
- Custom lobbies
- Gallery mode with never before seen art
- Training mode
Standard Edition ($29.99)
- 12 iconic Avatar: The Last Airbender characters
- Training Mode
- Gallery Mode
- Story Mode
- Combo Trials
- Online: Ranked, Casual and Lobbies
- Arcade Mode
- Character Lessons
Deluxe Edition ($49.99)
- Standard Edition Content
- Digital Art Book
- Year 1 Pass: 5 Characters and Additional Character Colors
- Music Soundtrack
- Unique HUDs
Pre-Order Bonus
Support Character Skin: Samurai Appa
Exclusive Character Colors
Voting Privilege for Year 1 Character
Preorder on Steam now. #AvatarFighters.
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Originally published: March 29, 2026 at 07:40 BST.
Additional source: IGN.
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