MMOsite just did an interview with Flavio Caracas, Marketing Manager of Rock Hippo, on the unique gameplay and beta test of Brawl Busters, check it out.

What type of game is Brawl Busters?

Brawl Busters is an online multiplayer action combat game that looks and plays unlike anything else on a PC today. Players can choose one of five incredibly unique character classes, and duke it out in urban inspired environments with a cartoon twist. The game is free to play, and available to players from North America and Europe. For more details, you can check out www.BrawlBusters.com.

Brawl Busters has a very unique style to it. What was the inspiration?

Everything in Brawl Busters, including the style was designed for a specific purpose. The unique character designs and bustling environments are meant to evoke a sense of chaos since the gameplay is so energetic and fast-paced. The cartoon style allows players to clearly see their objective in the midst of constant movement and distractions. It's taken a long time to nail down the world of Brawl Busters, and the results speak for themselves.

How did you decide on the types of characters for the game? What types of weapons do they have?

Busters belong to one of 5 classes, Firefighter, Boxer, Rocker, Slugger, and Blitzer. Their weapons are powered by a special substance, called "Glow", and include the Fire Hose, Boxing Gloves, Guitar, Baseball Bat, and Football. Each one of the Buster classes represent a profession that we all look up to, maybe even childhood heroes for some. Of course, since the gameplay is class-based, each of the characters was chosen for their specific abilities and attributes which promote teamwork.

Can you tell us about the customization features in the game?

Players can create, outfit, and equip their very own Buster using a huge variety of customization options. Gear is not only for looks however, as players will need to choose their equipment carefully to stay competitive. Body types and attributes are not restricted to specific classes, so don't be surprised if you see a little girl pummel you to the ground wearing full football gear.

What is the gameplay like? Can you tell us about the multiplayer, single player and co-op?

Online multiplayer will pit Busters from across the globe in team-based battles. Building a team around the strengths and weaknesses of your allies will be crucial for high level play in this mode. Single-player missions will allow Busters to hone their skills outside of the multiplayer arena. Co-operative play lets Busters work together to defeat hordes of zombies invading the city. Sounds easy right? Well, wait until you see what these zombies can do.

We aim to provide the same awesome Brawl Busters experience in a variety of modes to suit the play style of any gamer.

What are the environments like in the game?

The game has a very urban feel, with a twisted cartoon aesthetic. Sections of the city are blocked off for the Busters to engage in battle against each other, or the invading zombie hordes. These "districts" include downtown areas, factories, theme parks, residential districts, and much more. Environments are filled with interactive and destructible pieces, and players will have to learn their intricacies in order to be competitive.

What's the soundtrack like? Is it original or licensed music?

The soundtrack and music are original, created specifically with the world of Brawl Busters in mind. Every design choice, including music, is made to reinforce the game's theme.

How has the feedback been during Closed Beta?

We received tons of feedback from the Closed Beta players. We're always looking to facilitate a two way conversation with our fans. We usually do this through our game's Forums, our Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter pages. Since Closed Beta was very important in terms of game development, this time we've also put out a Feedback Survey for all the Closed Beta participants. Once we're done analyzing it, we'll have an even better idea of where things stand.

As we already know, the Open Beta phase starts on November the 3rd. What new is coming?

For the Open Beta, we got a lot of new content for the players. Better connection latency, two brand new game modes, new weapons and costumes would satisfy most. But we're also introducing the Busters Centre, a new cool way for players to join the Brawl Buster community. There, players can create & customize their player profiles, meet friends & foes, check stats, earn rewards and more.

We would also like to thank all participants of the Closed Beta with an exclusive in-game item. This will officially declare their status as Original Busters!

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