RageSquid has unexpectedly released Descenders Next, the sequel to the acclaimed extreme sports game Descenders, on Steam, Xbox, and Game Pass. Originally scheduled for an April release, the game features snowboarding and mountainboarding across four expansive biomes filled with parks and trails. Players can enjoy various tricks, earn reputation, and customize their characters. Early access will continue for two years, with plans for more content and updates, priced at £24.99 on Steam and Xbox. The original Descenders is currently available at a discounted price, offering new players an affordable entry point into the series.

What features does Descenders Next offer in early access?

Descenders Next allows players to snowboard and mountainboard in four large biomes, features trick mechanics, character customization, and a reputation system, with additional content planned throughout its early access phase.

Descenders, released in 2018, was praised for its dynamic downhill biking mechanics and procedural generation, which provided a unique experience every run. Descenders Next aims to expand this formula by incorporating multiple extreme sports, catering to fans of adrenaline-fueled gameplay.