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.
