Scott Pilgrim EX, developed by Tribute Games with an original story by Bryan Lee O'Malley and BenDavid Grabinski, arrives on PC and consoles on March 3, 2026. Set in a future Toronto ruled by three villainous factions, the game sends Scott Pilgrim, Ramona Flowers, and a crew of reformed former enemies through time and space to rescue the kidnapped members of Sex Bob-Omb. With seven playable characters, an open map of Toronto to explore, and a Badge-and-Accessory equipment system, this is a beat-em-up that builds significantly on what came before.
7 Playable Characters
Scott Pilgrim EX features a roster of seven fighters, all unlocked from the start. Notably, every character begins at level 16 (the maximum level from the 2010 predecessor, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game), meaning you have access to your full moveset immediately. No grinding required to unlock basic attacks.
Scott Pilgrim EX: Ultimate Beginner's Guide
Here is a breakdown of the full playable lineup:
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Since every character starts at level 16 with a full moveset, the best way to find your main is to jump straight into combat and test each fighter's assist and super attack rather than worrying about progression gates.
What Makes Matthew Patel Play Differently?
Matthew Patel is the first member of the League of Evil Exes and one of the two fighters confirmed in the release date reveal. His style centers on theatrical, mystic chaos rather than raw power.
- He summons Demon Hipster Chicks to distract enemies, control crowds, and lay traps that shift the momentum of fights.
- His supernatural abilities include calling forth extra arms, launching flame bursts, and unleashing finishing moves powered by mythic energy.
- In terms of crowd control, Matthew functions as a puppet master: he manipulates the battlefield rather than bulldozing through it.
From a story perspective, Matthew's arc in EX is one of the most satisfying. He previously masked deep insecurities about being the weakest of the Evil Exes behind theatrical bravado. By the end of the game, he has found genuine confidence, and in his character-specific epilogue, he joins Sex Bob-Omb on stage by popular demand, earning an 18-minute standing ovation.
Scott Pilgrim EX: Ultimate Beginner's Guide
How Does Robot-01 Fight?
Robot-01 is a creation of the Katayanagi Twins, built originally to defeat Scott. In EX, the Twins have come to treat Robot-01 like a son, and that warmth carries into the character's personality, even as the combat style stays ruthlessly efficient.
- Robot-01 rockets across the screen using thrusters, closing distance or repositioning at high speed.
- Mid-battle transformations shift its attack profile, keeping opponents guessing.
- Its long-range blast capability gives it a unique dual threat: up-close brutality and ranged punishment.
- The strong attack rains explosive projectiles across the screen, making it exceptional for clearing dense enemy groups.
Robot-01's epilogue is genuinely touching: the Katayanagis tuck it into bed and read it I, Robo while it reflects on the adventure with gratitude.
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Robot-01's design philosophy is precision and punishment at blistering speed, making it a strong pick for players who want a character that rewards aggressive, mobile play.
Scott Pilgrim EX: Ultimate Beginner's Guide
How Does the Open World and Equipment System Work?
Unlike the linear stage-by-stage structure of the 2010 game, Scott Pilgrim EX gives you a freely explorable open map of Toronto with hidden areas, side quests, and shops. Two types of equippable gear change how your character performs:
- Accessories: Provide direct stat buffs to your fighter.
- Badges: Add special effects or upgrade existing abilities. Some Badges are purely cosmetic, changing the visual look of your moves without affecting stats (a nod to the Paper Mario Badge system).
Money earned from defeated enemies still funds your power growth, whether through food items that restore health or gear purchases that reshape your playstyle. Enemies knocked into pits automatically drop their coin reward, so you never lose currency to bottomless-pit kills.
The Subspace fast travel system connects Stephen's house to other parts of Toronto, replacing the hidden bonus levels that Subspaces served as in the predecessor.
Scott Pilgrim EX: Ultimate Beginner's Guide
There you have it! the ultimate crash course for Scott Pilgrim EX! Seven maxed-out characters like chaos-summoning Matthew Patel and thruster-dashing Robot-01, an open Toronto packed with secrets and Subspace shortcuts, plus Badges/Accessories for custom brawls, dive in, test assists/supers, rescue Sex Bob-Omb amid time-travel chaos.