Brawlout
Released Aug 2018
Brawlout is the platform fighting game, designed for couch play, online ranked matches and competitive tournaments. Now at 2.0!
75% positive · 813 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
Brawlout launched out of Early Access on August 20, 2018 and went on to receive several major updates, including a full online lobby overhaul (February 2019), a new single-player Trials mode (February 2019), and the addition of the Dead Cells character alongside Brawlout 2.0 (March 2019). After that burst of post-launch activity, updates became infrequent.
On November 2, 2024, the developer published what they explicitly described as "this likely final patch" — patch 2.5.61, a community-driven balance update. The post was framed as a heartfelt send-off, thanking specific community members by name for keeping the game alive over the years. This is a direct developer statement signaling that active development has concluded. No further updates, announcements, or communications have followed since that date. There is no unshipped DLC and no roadmap pointing to future content.
The game remains purchasable and is fully playable. Someone interested in Brawlout today can expect the complete, finished product as of November 2, 2024.
Evidence
Developer explicitly called patch 2.5.61 'this likely final patch' and framed the post as a thank-you to the community for keeping the game alive over the years — a clear signal that active development is wrapping up.
Brawlout 2.0 launched, adding the Dead Cells character and a new stage — the last major content addition to the game.
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Details
Developer
Publisher
Angry Mob Games
Achievements
37
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · PvP · Local/Split Screen
About this game
A new challenger has appeared in the platform fighter arena!
Brawlout packs a punch with couch and online play modes, blending platform fighter mechanics and traditional fighting game play into a stylish and fluid battle royale.
Striking the balance between the growing competitive scene and the genre’s party game roots, Brawlout hopes to cater to the veteran platform fighter, the casual fan and the newcomer looking to make their mark.
Each character in Brawlout has their own unique playstyle, catering to specific character archetypes seen in other fighters. Whether you’re a die-hard grappler or a rushdown fiend, there is a fighter for you in Brawlout.
There are currently six original characters and four popular indie characters to choose from that allow for varied play styles:
Combined with familiar movement techniques like wavedashing and airdodging, Brawlout adds some extra mechanics seen in other fighting games. The Rage Meter builds up as you both deal and take damage, allowing you either break combos with the Rage Burst or unleash hell with the Rage Mode. The Rage Burst pushes opponents back, breaking their combos and allowing players to create some breathing room at the cost of half their Rage Meter. If the meter fills, you can activate the Rage Mode, increasing the knockback you deal while reducing the amount you take.
As for modes, Brawlout has all you’d expect from a normal platform fighter and then some. Up to four players can compete in either Timed, Stock, Team Battles, FFA or Party Modes.
AI opponents are also available if you want to practice your team combos with a friend, or if you need to fill out a free for all. Train with Advanced Tutorials or go in for yourself in challenging Arcade Towers and the all new Trials mode.
Brawlout packs a punch with couch and online play modes, blending platform fighter mechanics and traditional fighting game play into a stylish and fluid battle royale.
Striking the balance between the growing competitive scene and the genre’s party game roots, Brawlout hopes to cater to the veteran platform fighter, the casual fan and the newcomer looking to make their mark.
Each character in Brawlout has their own unique playstyle, catering to specific character archetypes seen in other fighters. Whether you’re a die-hard grappler or a rushdown fiend, there is a fighter for you in Brawlout.
There are currently six original characters and four popular indie characters to choose from that allow for varied play styles:
- Dead Cells
- Yooka-Laylee
- Guacamelee
- Hyper Light Drifter
Combined with familiar movement techniques like wavedashing and airdodging, Brawlout adds some extra mechanics seen in other fighting games. The Rage Meter builds up as you both deal and take damage, allowing you either break combos with the Rage Burst or unleash hell with the Rage Mode. The Rage Burst pushes opponents back, breaking their combos and allowing players to create some breathing room at the cost of half their Rage Meter. If the meter fills, you can activate the Rage Mode, increasing the knockback you deal while reducing the amount you take.
As for modes, Brawlout has all you’d expect from a normal platform fighter and then some. Up to four players can compete in either Timed, Stock, Team Battles, FFA or Party Modes.
AI opponents are also available if you want to practice your team combos with a friend, or if you need to fill out a free for all. Train with Advanced Tutorials or go in for yourself in challenging Arcade Towers and the all new Trials mode.
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026
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