Prepare to dive into a thrilling cooperative 3D platformer featuring the lovable Smurfs from the popular media franchise, set to arrive on Sony's PS4 and PS5 consoles in 2024. The upcoming game adds to the array of titles inspired by the cherished Smurfs universe.
The Smurfs, created by Belgian artist Pierre 'Peyo' Culliford, revolves around a community of small, blue, humanoid beings residing in whimsical mushroom-shaped homes within the forest. Originating as a comic in Belgium, the franchise has expanded into various entertainment mediums, including TV shows, films, and now video games. The latest game installment, 'The Smurfs: Dreams,' is in development by the French company Microids.
Ocellus Services, a game developer based in France, has unveiled the first trailer for 'The Smurfs: Dreams,' an upcoming 3D cooperative platformer scheduled for release in 2024 on PC, Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. Following the announcement, gamers drew comparisons between 'The Smurfs: Dreams' and 'Sackboy: A Big Adventure,' renowned for its exceptional multiplayer experience on PS4 and PS5.
'The Smurfs: Dreams' will follow the beloved blue protagonists as they band together to foil a new wicked plan orchestrated by the series' primary antagonist, Gargamel. This notorious villain, featured in the live-action 'The Smurfs' movies by Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animation, has earned a place among cinema's most formidable evil sorcerers, standing alongside iconic characters like Saruman from 'The Lord of the Rings' and Medivh from the 'Warcraft' film adaptation.
Exploring Previous Smurfs Games
Over the years, numerous games based on 'The Smurfs' franchise have been introduced, such as Eden Games' 'The Smurfs Kart' available on PC, Switch, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Launched in 2022, this beginner-friendly kart racing game incorporates tracks and characters from 'The Smurfs' universe, and was even featured as a free title for Amazon Luna subscribers in April 2024.
Prior to announcing their latest 'The Smurfs' game, Ocellus Services collaborated with industry giants like Supercell, Square Enix, and Metacore, contributing assets to popular titles such as 'Merge Mansion,' 'Arena Battle Champions,' and the acclaimed 'Clash Royale,' known for its strategic gameplay on mobile platforms. On the other hand, Microids has overseen various releases, including 'The Smurfs - Mission Vileaf,' a platformer launched in 2021.