Rewire your DNA. Rewire your life.
Over the past several weeks we have pushed out a massive biome update and several fixes for various bugs, and today we’re changing a game mechanic in your favor! You now have the option of choosing your animal power right from the start!
Harness the abilities of four distinct animal powers, each offering a completely different way to dominate the battlefield. Whether you prefer raw aggression, calculated strikes, tactical velocity, or defensive endurance, you can select your favorite from Dr. Cobb in the very first starting. And, your soldier will change to the animal’s tailored armor to match!
Lion – Explode on demand.
Playstyle Focus: Aggressive enemy clearing
Best For: Players who thrive in chaos
Core Traits:
High damage output
Biggest area of effect
Can hit through platforms
If you have ever wanted to feel what being a nuclear bomb is like, Lion is for you! Invade the personal space of aliens and let it rip like throwing bodies is your favorite Olympic sport. Stun the bigger enemies to gain the upper hand by creating your own window of opportunity to deliver a final blow.
Bat – Mobility with damage.
Playstyle Focus: Being fast as fuck
Best For: Players who relish movement
Core Traits:
High vertical mobility
Area of effect on the go
Shortest cooldown timer
The Bat is perfect for those who can’t sit still, adding a third jump coupled with a burst damage AoE. No platform is too high, no room too big, be anywhere in a second. The enemy can’t track you if you’re moving faster than they can aim.
Fox – Bowling for aliens.
Playstyle Focus: Max damage in minimal time
Best For: Players who execute with precision
Core Traits:
High lateral mobility
Unstoppable dash damage
Tactical repositioning
Do you like throwing yourself throat-first into danger? Then Fox is the perfect fit for you. Find the opportunity to strike or flee from a dangerous situation, especially during boss fights. When you knock down those in your way, finish them off before they can recover.
Snail – Bastion for beginners.
Playstyle Focus: Defense and sustained survival
Best For: Players who outlast rather than overwhelm
Core Traits:
Strong shield defense
Deploy anywhere
Soak up any kind of damage
Snail may not be the fastest but it endures. You can outlast aggressive opponents and control the pace of combat, having the freedom to reposition when caught in a bad spot. Snail is perfect for those new to the game as well, giving a greater margin of error.
Choose Your Evolution
In Chimera C.U.S.T.O.M. XG your power defines your playstyle and now you can customize from the start of a run. No more hoping RNGesus is merciful but you can still equip Animal Power drops if you want to switch up your playstyle mid-run. Jump in and start finding your favorite loadout!
There are more quality of life updates and content on the way, make sure to follow our socials to have the most up to date information, and join our Discord for some extra perks!
And if you think there’s only four animal powers, think again.
With Love,
Team Volok