The Action-Packed Image Comics Series Transforms Into a Hybrid Retro Pixel Side-Scrolling Beat ‘Em Up/3D Fighting Game
DETROIT — July 14, 2026 — In advance of Comic-Con International 2026 in San Diego, Bit Bot and renowned comic writer and artist Tyler Kirkham are partnering to develop an official video game adaptation of Final Boss, Kirkham’s hit comic book series. Published by Image Comics, Final Boss quickly emerged as one of comics’ breakout successes, with its debut issue selling out at the distributor level and earning an immediate second printing following strong demand from retailers and readers. Now as the ongoing series continues to take the comic reading world by storm, Kirkham and Bit Bot will bring the hard-hitting, non-stop comic-inspired action to gamers around the world with a one-of-a-kind new video game, available to wishlist on Steam today.
Created, written, and illustrated by Tyler Kirkham — known for his work on Amazing Spider-Man, Green Lantern, X-Men, and numerous other bestselling titles — Final Boss follows Tommy Brazen, an ex-street brawler and powered-up mercenary who discovers that the secrets of his past are connected to something far larger than he ever imagined. The series blends the energy of classic arcade beat ’em ups, fighting games, and action entertainment into a high-octane comic experience. Now, Bit Bot is bringing that vision to life in interactive form. Developed by Bit Bot alongside its in-house game studio, Mecanimal Games, Final Bossis a faithful adaptation of the comic series, with Kirkham serving as a key creative collaborator throughout development. Leading the project alongside Kirkham are Bit Bot Creative Director Frank O’Connor, the former Franchise Creative Director behind Halo and Perfect Dark, and Bit Bot co-owner Joshua Viola. The game’s original score will be composed by acclaimed musician and Bit Bot co-owner Celldweller.
“Final Boss was born from my love of classic arcade games, fighting games, action movies, and comics,” said Tyler Kirkham. “Working directly with Bit Bot allows us to translate that DNA into a video game that feels authentic to the comic while expanding the world in exciting new ways.”
“At its heart, Final Boss is about escalation,” said Frank O’Connor. “The gameplay mirrors the structure of the story. What begins as a cooperative street fight gradually narrows into a personal showdown. It’s a format that lets us combine two beloved genres while remaining completely faithful to the spirit of the comic.”
Designed for one to four players in local couch co-op, Final Boss begins as a pixel-art side-scrolling brawler inspired by arcade classics. Players battle through waves of enemies and progress through increasingly dangerous stages before each level culminates in a dramatic transformation. Animated comic-book panels introduce the boss, the action tightens, and the game shifts into a focused one-on-one 3D fighting experience inspired by modern fighting games.
“One of the things that immediately excited us about Final Boss is that the comic already feels like a video game,” added Joshua Viola. “Tyler created a world that celebrates arcade brawlers, fighting games, comics, and action cinema. Rather than simply adapting those ideas, we’re building a game around them.”
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ABOUT FINAL BOSS
Published by Image Comics, Final Boss is the creator-owned action series written and illustrated by Tyler Kirkham. Described by Kirkham as a culmination of everything he loved growing up in the 1980s and 1990s, the series combines the spirit of arcade beat ’em ups, fighting games, action films, and classic comic storytelling into a high-energy action saga. Following a successful launch that sold out and returned for a second printing, the series continues to build momentum among readers and collectors.
ABOUT TYLER KIRKHAM
Tyler Kirkham is a comic book writer and artist known for his work on major franchises including Amazing Spider-Man, Green Lantern, X-Men, Venom, and numerous other bestselling titles. In 2025, he made his Image Comics debut with the creator-owned series Final Boss, serving as both writer and artist.
ABOUT BIT BOT
Bit Bot is a multi-platform entertainment studio focused on developing original and licensed video games, comics, collectibles, film, and television projects. The company has worked with properties including Legacy of Kain, The Dark Crystal, The Terminator, Evil Dead 2, The Rocky Horror Show, Cyberpunk 2077 and more.
