Ankara-based game studio Panteon has announced a collaboration between its tower defense game, Raid Rush, and the classic sci-fi film Terminator 2: Judgment Day.
The event, launching on May 1, 2025, will run for two months, bringing characters like the T-800, Sarah Connor, and T-1000 into the game’s universe.
The collaboration was made possible by Yodo1 LTD in partnership with STUDIOCANAL S.A.S. and Creative Licensing Corporation. STUDIOCANAL holds the worldwide licensing rights for Terminator 2: Judgment Day.
“Bringing the iconic Terminator 2: Judgment Day universe to Raid Rush has allowed us to combine our strategic tower defense gameplay with the beloved characters and story of a cinematic masterpiece”
Endless thanks to all my teammates who worked tirelessly to make this exciting collaboration possible, and to our partners who supported us along the way. 👏 We’ve created something amazing together—and we’ll keep raising the bar! 💪
Ufuk Şahin, Founder and Head of Studio at Panteon
Gameplay and story details
In a desperate bid for domination, Skynet discovers a planet rich in advanced defense technologies in the Raid Rush Universe.
To secure its rule, Skynet launches a full-scale invasion, deploying HK-Aerials, HK-Tanks, and, of course, the relentless T-1000. Faced with annihilation, a future John Connor sends a reprogrammed T-800, along with Sarah and young John Connor, to Raid Rush Universe to aid in its defense.
The Terminator 2: Judgment Day event introduces three new playable heroes to Raid Rush in the form of Sarah Connor, John Connor, and T-800. All three arrive with unique campaign stories and bespoke abilities, ranging from T800’s powerful shotgun that’s perfect for single-target attacks to Sarah Connor’s explosive aerial bombardment that can flatten the battlefield. Don’t forget about John Connor, who can inspire the future Resistance Army and bring soldiers back in time to fight for freedom!
That’s not all; players will embark on an epic 21-episode storyline across multiple in-game seasons and have the chance to unlock iconic heroes and exclusive themed rewards. The Battle Pass will be packed with special bonuses for Raid Rush, fueling progression and enhancing the overall experience.
Limited-time Terminator 2: Judgment Day-themed packages and add-ons will also be available, offering players even more ways to engage with this iconic universe.
Panteon’s roots and how Raid Rush reached a global audience
Founded in 2012, Panteon has established itself as a prominent game studio with a wide range of games in different genres, such as casual, mid-core, and VR. Back in 2021, the company received 10 million in investment to develop its strategy game.
Like many publishers, the company faced the challenge of scaling its games while balancing monetization strategies and global expansion. Panteon employed a hybrid monetization strategy for its newest title, Raid Rush, relying on a combination of ads and in-app purchases (IAPs) to generate revenue.
According to AppMagic data, Raid Rush generated $2.5 million in revenue over the past month. Since its launch, the game has reached 8 million players globally, with the U.S accounting for 57% of its core audience.
