The launch of Iron Meat in September has been a notable success, sparking a flame of excitement among gamers. The folks over at Retroware have certainly been busy mapping out the future of this modern retro hit, planning significant updates to delight fans even more.
First up, Xbox players are in for a treat with a substantial content update that’s just around the corner. The update promises to deliver a spread of new features that will undoubtedly captivate anyone who loves to immerse themselves in classic gaming experiences.
One of the standout features making its debut is Mirror Mode. This much-requested addition lets you tackle each level from a fresh perspective—by moving to the left instead of the right! While flipping the x-axis might sound straightforward, it dramatically transforms the gameplay, offering new challenges with every enemy, boss, and level. Once you conquer the game on any difficulty, this mode awaits you for a fresh challenge.
The update doesn’t stop there! The introduction of the Supercharge upgrade marks another exciting development. Now, when you reach the third tier of weapon upgrades, your projectiles take on a fierce red hue, leaving the old blue and green far behind. This upgrade is automatically yours when you snag a third copy of a fully upgraded weapon, adding not just power but a vibrant new look to your arsenal.
Here’s some good news about extra lives: players can now hang onto any surplus lives when moving from one level to the next. If you finish a level with more lives than you started, they’re yours to keep. This change is a game-changer in terms of strategy and progression.
There’s also been a visual upgrade to certain level backgrounds. More intricate details have been included to enhance the storytelling aspect of Iron Meat. For instance, players will now see helicopters in action against Meat monsters in the Forest level, new spikes for mid-bosses on the Base, surviving pilots in the end credits, and dramatic meat meteor explosions on the Train level.
And that’s not all. The team has been busy behind the scenes too, implementing some familiar improvements alongside bug fixes. The default damage for “E”, “U”, and “M” guns has been enhanced, there’s more Meat scattered across the Moon Base, and the MI-24 helicopter boss fight has been retooled to be clearer. They’ve even tweaked various levels slightly to make sure everything’s fairer for the player.
With this update, Retroware is giving gamers a glimpse into what’s next for Iron Meat, and they’re eager to roll out even more content in the future. Available now, this action-packed, run-and-gun shooter draws players into a world consumed by The Meat—a blend of old-school arcade charm and hardcore console action. Featuring epic boss battles, multiplayer co-op, and a stunning array of over 30 unlockable skins, it’s a game that invites you to stand against an interdimensional threat however you see fit.
