1999 Cult Classic 'Geppu X' Remaster Hits PC, Consoles Today
The remaster of a cult classic that pushed the limits of CD-ROM and hand-drawn animation in 1999 is now available on modern platforms, preserving its unique 70s robot anime homage.
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The remastered version of the 1999 PlayStation game '70s Style Robot Anime: Geppu X' was released today, July 16, on PC, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S. Originally known for its 8,000 hand-drawn cels and 4 CD-ROMs, the game is a cult classic that emulates 1970s robot anime. The remaster features restored video from Betacam tapes, modern conveniences like quick save and rewind, and the original voice cast.
The remaster was developed by Implicit Conversions and sold by Bliss Brain. The original 1999 release was a Japan-only eccentric work that pushed the limits of the PlayStation with its extensive hand-drawn animation and multiple discs. The remaster re-digitizes the animation from the original Betacam tapes, applying super-resolution processing and restoring the frame rate to 24fps. It also includes a CRT mode, rapid-fire, and quick save. The original voice cast, including Akira Kamiya and Shūichi Ikeda, returns, along with theme songs by Isao Sasaki and Hironobu Kageyama. Clearing the main story unlocks six additional modes, and a limited edition includes a drama CD and art book.
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