Developer Microids has released a short new trailer for Flashback 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the classic 1992 action-adventure game. The trailer focuses on the sprawling megalopolis of New Washington, a central and vibrant setting for the platform shooter. The trailer offers many glimpses of different areas of the city, including a nightclub, a large market area full of different business stands, and many views of the various city areas you will encounter throughout the game.
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The original game’s creator, Paul Cuisset, has returned to design and develop Flashback 2. Previously he had also helmed the 1995 sequel titled Fade to Black, although how or if the new sequel will connect to that game is still unknown. Other key creators have returned for this sequel, including Thierry Perreau and Composer Raphaël Gesqua, the musician who composed the soundtrack for the original Amiga version of Flashback. As such, this team aims to create a sequel faithful to the original game’s experience.
After 31 Years, Flashback 2 Is Nearly Here
Microids has released a brief synopsis for the upcoming sequel which reads “In the futuristic megalopolis Conrad B. Hart leads a thrilling investigation to find his missing friend, Ian. Plunged into the heart of a captivating adventure, Conrad B. Hart will have to confront fierce enemies such as the Triangle Mafia and powerful Mechas in thrilling combat. Get ready for an extraordinary experience combining action, combat, platforming, and exploration in a breathtaking cyberpunk world.”
Featuring a full 3D environment, Flashback 2 innovates on the original classic’s action gameplay, presenting a beautifully modernized version of the original’s unique setting and characters. Players will visit a variety of different locations, including New Tokyo, New Washington, and the Jungles of Titan, a location fans of the series will no doubt find familiar.
Several different editions have been revealed for the game as well. There is the Limited Edition for the game, which will include a digital soundtrack as well as a steelbook and, of course, the game itself. This edition will retail for about $49.99 in the US and is available for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
There is also the Flashback 2 Collector’s Edition, which will include all the same content as the Limited Edition, as well as two exclusive sticker sheets, a badge, three lithographs, a copy of the original Flashback game, and an eight-inch statue of the main character. This will retail for $99.99 and will only be available for Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PS5, unfortunately leaving Xbox fans out in the cold.
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Flashback 2 will be available November 16th, 2023 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch, both digitally and physically. When it arrives, players will have five different worlds to look forward to exploring.
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