Press Release

Nacon and Big Ant Studios have announced that the release of rugby24 for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X has been postponed to January 30, 2024. The press release also includes a detailed statement:

Reasons for the Delay

Big Ant Studios, known for their sports games like AO Tennis 2, Tennis World Tour 2, and AFL 23, have explained the reasons for deviating from the original plan of releasing the game on the occasion of the 2023 Rugby World Cup. The studio stated that their goal was to create the best possible simulation and release the game in its entirety. The team has worked hard to adapt the gameplay, depict the sport as realistically as possible, and integrate all officially licensed teams, including more than 130 countries and 15 leagues.

However, due to the content expansion, the game’s development would have taken longer than originally planned. Additionally, the studio faced difficulties in accessing some of the best teams to incorporate 3D photos into the game. As a result, the decision was made to postpone the release date of rugby24 until January 30, 2024, just before the start of the Six Nations tournament. This extra time will allow for further development and improvement of the gameplay.

Studio’s Statement

The studio acknowledges that missing the Rugby World Cup is heartbreaking, but they believe it is the right decision to ensure a great experience for everyone. More information regarding the release of rugby24 will be provided soon.

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