Originally set for release in Spring 2024, D3Publisher has announced today that Earth Defense Force 6 is now set for release in “Summer 2024” for the PS4, PS5 and PC in the West, though with no specific month and day just yet.

In development by SANDLOT, the delay in the game’s release is meant to add “finishing touches” and to also finalize preparations for its Western launch.

If you’re not familiar with the long-running franchise, here’s what the game is all about (via Steam).

About Earth Defense Force 6:

Story:

The year is 2024 AD. Mankind has won the long battle against the unknown invaders. The enemy Primers are now gone and peace has returned to Mother Earth. However, the population has shrunk to 10% and the world was on the verge of collapse. The survivors fought against the remaining threats while trying their best to continue their recovery. Three years passed in the year 2027. In a new world without hope, the time has come to once again resist the fate of the Earth.

Save the future of Earth in the new world.

The identity of the invader that has long tormented Earth is finally revealed. A chain of deep despair that strikes in a devastated world for the first time in the series…But your presence as a soldier of the EDF will lead humanity to the greatest joy. Now you must face it with courage and wisdom.

The largest volume in the history of the series. Supports online co-op play.

The largest number of missions and weapons ever included. All missions support online co-op play for up to four players. Offline co-op play is also available in split-screen mode. Take control of four different soldier classes and fight alongside real EDF members from across the country.

Originally part of D3Publishing’s “Simple” series, the Earth Defense Force franchise debuted in June 2003 in Japan, and has since gained a cult-like following among gamers who dig mindless third-person shooting action, or just, y’know, really hate bugs.

Stay tuned for more ED6 coverage here on MP1st.