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Pro Jank Footy, an Australian rules football video game, launches worldwide on major consoles
Key points
- Pro Jank Footy is a video game based on Australian rules football.
- The game features over 150 rule changes that make gameplay increasingly absurd.
- It is launching worldwide on major consoles this week.
- David Ashby created the game, with commentary by Broden Kelly.
Game Concept and Development
David Ashby, known for comedic spoofs, conceived Pro Jank Footy two years ago. The game takes Australian rules football and introduces escalating absurdity through rule changes during gameplay. Each time an opponent scores, a new rule is introduced, leading to scenarios like players turning into seagulls or a bouncing DVD logo appearing on screen.
Gameplay Mechanics
Pro Jank Footy incorporates over 150 unique rule modifications. Examples include players losing their arms, a labrador attempting to steal the ball, or a power-up called "Dad's Car" where a Ford Falcon drives around the field. Other changes involve the game screen flipping upside down or switching to a different HDMI input.
Release and Cultural Impact
The game is scheduled for a worldwide release on all major consoles this week. Broden Kelly of Aunty Donna provided commentary for the game. Ashby and Kelly anticipate that Pro Jank Footy could be the primary introduction to Australian rules football for many international players, despite its exaggerated and comedic take on the sport.
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David Ashby's video game, Pro Jank Footy, is releasing worldwide on major consoles this week. The game reimagines Australian rules football with over 150 increasingly absurd rule changes and scenarios, aiming to introduce the sport to a global audience through humor.