Inti Creates Announces White Steel X 3 and Gunvolt Switch 2 Edition at BitSummit
The announcements extend two of Inti Creates' flagship 2D action series, with the Gunvolt collection adding a new crossover scenario exclusive to the Switch 2.
Reporting from 2 sources: GAME Watch (Impress), ASCII.jp.
Inti Creates announced two projects at BitSummit PUNCH: White Steel X 3, the third installment in the speed-focused action series, and Azure Striker Gunvolt Triangle Edition Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, a complete trilogy collection with a new collaborative scenario. White Steel X 3 is set for 2027, while the Gunvolt collection targets a 2026 release.
Inti Creates took the main stage at BitSummit PUNCH in Kyoto to reveal two projects. White Steel X 3 is the third entry in the White Steel X series, starring protagonist Acura with a new weapon called the Divide Edge. The autonomous robot RoRo supports Acura by transforming into multiple modes. The game promises an evolved extreme 2D action experience and includes the Code Customizer system for deep customization. It is scheduled for a 2027 release.
Azure Striker Gunvolt Triangle Edition Nintendo Switch 2 Edition bundles all three main Gunvolt games and their DLC into one package. The Switch 2 version adds higher frame rates and 4K TV output support. A new scenario, Azure Striker Gunvolt GX, features a collaboration between Acura from White Steel X 2 and series protagonist Gunvolt, introducing new weapons and an Inspiration system based on their synergy. This collection is planned for release within 2026. Prices for both titles remain undecided.
- White Steel X 3: Third installment in the speed-focused action series, featuring Acura and the Divide Edge weapon, with RoRo support modes and Code Customizer system; release in 2027.
- Azure Striker Gunvolt Triangle Edition Nintendo Switch 2 Edition: Complete trilogy collection with all DLC, improved frame rates and 4K support, plus new collaborative scenario Azure Striker Gunvolt GX; release within 2026.
Synthesized by Yomimono from the 2 cited sources below, including Japanese-language reporting where cited, then editorially reviewed before publishing.
Sources
- GAME Watch (Impress) インティ・クリエイツ、新作「白き鋼鉄のX 3」など2タイトルを「BitSummit」で発表
- ASCII.jp ASCII.jp：インティ・クリエイツが「BitSummit PUNCH」にて2作品を発表！『白き鋼鉄のX』の新プロジェクトが始動