The critically acclaimedCupheadhas been a hit since it first dropped on Windows and Xbox One in 2017. While the game was set to be an exclusive for Microsoft, the game first migrated to MacOS in 2018. It then moved to Nintendo Switch in 2019 where it went on to be one of themost downloaded games on Switchof the year. Now, it appears the game will finally be making its way to PlayStation.
Cupheadimmediately captivated audiences with its unique art style, meant to mimic the “rubber hose” style of animation from the 1930s. The aesthetics are so eye-catching thatNetflix is bringing aCupheadTV showto its platform in the near future. All this would be for naught if the gameplay didn’t stack up, butCupheadis a challenging and fun, run and gun game. With such an appealing package, it’s no surprise that every console wants to have the game available to their player base.
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That appeal is why a tweet from Wario64, a well-known source for breaking news and rumors in the gaming industry, has PlayStation fans ofCupheadexcited. The game has appeared on international PSN stores, though a game description or listing doesn’t load at this time. The very sight of the game’s icon has garnered a fair amount of attention from fans. Not every game gets ported to every console, and fan demand isn’t always enough to convince publishers to release a ported version of a title. Fans have been asking fora port ofPaper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door,but it doesn’t seem high on Nintendo’s list.
With so little to go on regarding this supposed port to PlayStation, it’s hard to say what this version ofCupheadwill look like. Some games that are ported become the definitive version of the title, such asthe impressiveDeath StrandingPC port.
Cuphead’strajectory from a little indie for Microsoft to a franchise on multiple consoles with a TV show in the works is great story for indie developers to take inspiration from.Cuphead even appears inSuper Smash Bros Ultimateby way of a Mii costume.
Though nothing has been officially confirmed, withCupheadhaving been spotted on international PSN stores, it might not be long before Sony gamers finally have a chance to play the charming game.
Cupheadis available now on Mac, PC, Switch, Xbox One, andmaybe coming soon to PS4.
