Invader Zim, Danny Phantom, and extra Nickelodeon characters coming to Smite

Popular MOBA Smite is all about gathering characters from folklore and mythology all over the world and pitting them in opposition to one another. You’ll see the likes of Sir Lancelot and Shiva the Destroyer going face to face within the varied game modes. Nickelodeon cartoon characters won’t precisely match the invoice, however they’re nonetheless crossing over with the game this month. Five heroes from a wide range of eras are becoming a member of the roster as new skins.

As the Smite x Nickelodeon trailer humorously demonstrates, Powdered Toast Man (Ren & Stimpy), Zim (Invader Zim), Danny Phantom (Danny Phantom), Rocko (Rocko’s Modern Life), and XJ9 (My Life as A Teenage Robot) are on the way in which. As talked about, the 5 aren’t totally new characters, however they are going to be pores and skin choices for current heroes: Powdered Toast Man for Gilgamesh, Zim for Cupid, Danny Phantom for Janus, Rocko for Danzaburou, and XJ9 for Freya. There’s no precise launch date for the squad, however they’re promised for this month, July.

This is much from the primary time Smite has had a crossover. Transformers heavies Optimus Prime, Megatron, and Starscream joined the roster final yr, and a set of skins modeled after nu metallic band Slipknot even made the minimize earlier this yr. In each of these situations, the brand new characters have been tied to a particular battle move. No such move has been talked about for the Nickelodeon lineup, however it received’t be shocking to see as soon as they arrive.

Of course, there’s already an outlet for Nick followers to throw down as these characters: Nickelodeon All-Stars Brawl. In reality, all 5 of them are confirmed characters for that platform fighter too. Powdered Toast Man, Zim, and Danny Phantom have been part of the game on day one, whereas Rocko and XJ9 are being added as DLC. The game additionally noticed an enormous update in May, which added voice performing, objects, and extra.