Formation Z Deluxe Edition

FZ: Formation Z Deluxe Edition is the premium physical collector’s edition of FZ: Formation Z, a full remake of Jaleco’s classic 1984 arcade side-scrolling shooter Formation Z. Developed by Granzella Inc. and published by City Connection, it modernizes the original with updated graphics, sound design, new weapons, actions, deeper customization, and five expansive missions where you pilot the transformable combat machine Ixpel.

Gameplay Highlights

• Transforming Mechanics: Switch in real-time between Robot Form (ground-based melee attacks and precise shooting) and Flight Form (high-speed aerial combat, limited by energy).
• Missions & Progression: Traverse open routes across 5 missions, earn FZ Points to customize your Ixpel (unlock units, modules for attack/mobility, cosmetics like colors and stickers).
• Modes & Features: Score Attack (replay missions for high scores), War Record (stats), Enemy Data (encyclopedia), Gallery (unlockable art).
• Single-player, controller recommended (full support on Steam/PC).

The game launches digitally on May 21, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam, currently on sale for $38.99 from $59.99).

Deluxe Edition Details
Published physically by Limited Run Games exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5 (region-free cartridges/discs). Pre-orders open Tuesday, February 17 at 12:00 PM EST (full launch expected later in 2026; exact ship date TBD, but pre-orders close March 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET). No purchase limits, but limited quantities.

Formation Z Deluxe Edition includes:

• Slip-lid Box
• Base game + Booklet
• Reversible Cover
• Artcards x4
• Soundtrack
• Artbook
• Plastic Build Kit: ABX-01 IXPEL 1 INNOCENCE ( H: 7.6 cm / 2.99 inches)

For full information or to pre-order head over to LimitedRunGames.