Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark
The game is set in a new storyline that bridges the gap between the Transformers movie universe and Fall of Cybertron . It takes place before the launch of the Ark in the Aligned continuity. The story begins with an object crashing towards Earth, destroying a satellite, and is spotted by Lockdown. The player controls Autobot Drift as he investigates the attack on a burning city. Lockdown reaches the artifact first, known as the Dark Spark, which gives him power over Optimus Prime.
Gameplay involves various characters, including Bumblebee, Grimlock, and Optimus Prime, each with unique abilities and transformations. Players can choose from 20 guns, upgrade them with bonuses, and earn gear drops by leveling up or completing challenges. The game also features a multiplayer mode called Escalation, where up to four players work together to destroy waves of enemies.
Characters can be unlocked through the game, and there are over 40 options in total. The experience and leveling system is shared between single-player and multiplayer modes, allowing for progression and upgrades across both gameplay styles.