Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City Launches for VR Gamers on April 30

Shell Up, Players!

Prepare to enter the vibrant universe of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with the upcoming release of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City, set to launch on April 30, 2026. This exciting new game will be available on Meta Quest, Pico, and Steam VR for a price of $24.99.

Cortopia Studios, in collaboration with Beyond Frames Entertainment, is delivering the first-ever VR experience featuring everyone's favorite fighting turtles. With Empire City, players will embody the spirit of a Ninja Turtle, complete with first-person, full-body immersive gameplay that allows you to leap into the action with ninja-style kicks and engage with friends in cooperative gameplay throughout the narrative campaign.

A New Immersive Experience

As Ace St. Germain, CEO of Beyond Frames Entertainment, noted, the game aims to encapsulate the true essence of being a Turtle. After more than four decades in various entertainment formats, the Turtles continue to captivate audiences, and with Empire City, players will finally feel what it’s like to walk in their shoes—or rather, their shells.

Feedback from early hands-on demos during the Steam Next Fest, along with exclusive previews at the recent GDC, has sparked huge excitement among fans and gaming enthusiasts alike. Many have commented on how the game captures the adventure and camaraderie that the TMNT franchise is beloved for. As Game Informer put it, "Empire City might be the most genuine way to inhabit a half-shell to date."

Storytelling with Depth

The narrative of Empire City ventures beyond just the Turtle brothers, instead focusing on the relationships players forge within the game. The plot revolves around Karai, a character drawn from TMNT lore, who returns to New York to restore order in the chaos left by the fall of Shredder. Players' experiences and choices will shape how the narrative unfolds, ensuring a rich storyline that reflects their personal connections with the TMNT universe.

The producers have collaborated with acclaimed TMNT comics artist Dan Duncan to highlight Karai's significance through exclusive artwork, further deepening the connection fans have with the characters.

In discussions around the game, St. Germain remarked on the critical importance of bonding among the characters, emphasizing the emotional ties that the TMNT franchise has always represented. Empire City invites players to explore their interactions with Karai and other elements of the TMNT lore, showcasing the franchise’s focus on teamwork and loyalty.

Pre-Order Now

Pre-orders for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City are now open on Meta Quest, with a 20% discount available for early buyers. Additionally, players can wishlist the game on Steam VR and Pico. Keep the excitement rolling by following Empire City on Discord, TikTok, Instagram, and other social media platforms to stay updated on this thrilling new release.

As the launch date approaches, fans of the Turtles are buzzing with anticipation, eager to join their heroes in a fully interactive playground that celebrates one of pop culture's most legendary franchises. With all these promising features and immersive gameplay, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City is shaping up to be a landmark title in the realm of VR gaming.

Gear up for action and get ready to shell-out some serious fun this April!