PITTSBURGH, PA — Nov. 12, 2025 — Creative-first publisher Mega Cat Studios is thrilled to announce that their Kickstarter-smashing Sega Genesis shoot-’em-up ZPF is on the horizon. The game, which blew away reviewers and early adopters last summer, will soar onto the Mega Cat Studios online store on November 20, 2025.
“The release of ZPF marks a meaningful milestone for the three-letter game title community,” said James Deighan, CEO of Mega Cat Studios. “It’s the result of ambitious ideas, careful craftsmanship, and a team that never shies away from pushing boundaries on the Mega Drive with the ZPF team. We’re excited to finally share it with the world.”
Shooter fans will be able to take to the skies with three different versions of ZPF:-
Standard Edition CIB ($59.99) - Includes cartridge, clamshell case, and manual
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Limited Edition CIB ($150.00) - Includes custom laser-etched cartridge, clamshell case, and manual
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Cart-Only ($49.99)
Key Features:
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Go head-to-head against hordes of screen-filling bosses
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Test your skills with an engaging and satisfying scoring system that rewards boldness
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6-plus levels of absolute insanity as you soar across surreal sci-fi, horror, and fantasy landscapes
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Three unique characters to master, each with their own play style
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A high-energy chiptune soundtrack that brings the on-screen action to life
Developed by ZPF Team, ZPF is an explosively high-energy 16-bit shooter inspired by classic shooters such as Lords of Thunder, Elemental Master, and Thunder Force 3 & 4. Following the launch of the physical Genesis version, ZPF will release digitally on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and the Xbox family of consoles in early 2026.
ZPF Press Kit: https://presskit.megacatstudios.com/sheet.php?p=ZPF
Official Site: www.megacatstudios.com
For media inquiries, contact frank@megacatstudios.com
About Mega Cat Studios:
Founded in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Mega Cat Studios strives to deliver unforgettable experiences for gamers of all generations. With our hearts firmly planted somewhere in the 1990s and gazes set on the future, our team combines a passion for crafting new retro classics with an unwavering commitment to delivering compelling current-gen content.