Paris, October 26th, 2023 - Publisher Microids, Microids Lyon/Paris studios and Paul Cuisset are delighted to reveal the Flashback 2 Developer Diary ahead of the launch next month. In this video, Paul Cuisset, creator of the license, and Anthony Bouraba, one of the game's producers, offer insight into the link between Flashback, released in 1992, and its highly anticipated sequel.
From the return of Conrad and his quest for identity, to his relationship with his A.I.S.H.A. weapon, the Developer Diary covers all these topics and more. Additionally, the video dives into the connection between the most renowned characters from Flashback who will once again make an appearance.
The Developer Diary also highlights how the essence of the original game has been maintained, while significant improvements elevate the Flashback 2 experience. Die-hard fans will be delighted to rediscover the fresh mix of action and exploration as well as discovering new gameplay mechanics that modernize and expand the franchise.
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About Flashback 2:
In the 22nd century, the United Worlds extends throughout the Solar System, but this tranquillity is threatened by the Morph invasion led by the fearsome General Lazarus. In search of his lifelong friend Ian, Conrad B. Hart dives once again into an action-packed adventure full of twists, turns and revelations with the help of his allies and AI-powered weapon A.I.S.H.A.
Flashback 2 features:
- A vibrant sci-fi/cyberpunk universe and explore various environments including New Tokyo, New Washington and the Jungle of Titan.
- Use A.I.S.H.A., a lethal adaptive weapon enhanced with combat AI.
- A gripping, fluid and intricate platform shooter.
- A 3D environment crafted for even deeper immersion.
- Designed and developed by the creator of the original game, Paul Cuisset.
Flashback 2 will be available November 16th, 2023 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions as well as the retail editions
(PS5, Xbox Series and Switch) will be available in Q1 2024.
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Vincent Gallopain
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Europe
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About Microids
Microids is a French video game publisher. Founded in 1985, Microids’ editorial strategy now focuses on 4 major areas: adventure games, racing games, retro gaming and games inspired by iconic titles. By collaborating with renowned studios and authors (Revolution Software, Sloclap, Oddworld Inhabitants, Pendulo Studios, Eden Studios, Go Nagai, Charles Cecil, Benoît Sokal, Paul Cuisset…), Microids has become a major player in international video games. Taking inspiration from legendary titles, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.
About Paul Cuisset
Known worldwide for his video game productions, Paul Cuisset is one of the most prolific French video game creators. Co-Founder of the company Delphine Software, he has worked as a programmer, game designer and/or scenarist on titles as prestigious as “Future Wars”, “Operation Stealth”, “Cruise for a Corpse”, “Moto Racer” and “Darkstone”. In 1992, his Action/Adventure masterpiece “Flashback” made the Guinness Book as the worldwide bestselling French video game. In 2005 Paul Cuisset founded the studio VectorCell and developed “Amy” (PS3, Xbox 360) and the HD remake of “Flashback” (PS3, Xbox 360, PC). In 2015, Paul Cuisset released the adventure game “Subject 13” on PC/Mac, PS4, Xbox One.