The shoot ’em up Earthion will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC via Steam on July 31, according to an announcement from publishers Limited Run Games and Superdeluxe Games alongside developers Ancient and Bit Wave Games.
In the West, Limited Run Games will distribute physical copies of the game, though pre-orders haven’t opened yet. In Japan, pre-orders for the physical edition are already available for PlayStation 5 and Switch via Superdeluxe Games, with a planned October 30 release.
See the game description below:
With eight stages packed with intense action, stunning visuals, frantic gameplay, and incredible special effects—plus a spectacular soundtrack by legendary composer Yuzo Koshiro—Earthion will keep you glued to your seat as you battle to save humanity’s future.
Return to the roots of the 16-bit golden era with Earthion, the brand-new shoot ’em up from Ancient!
With Earth’s resources depleted and the environment collapsing, most of humanity fled to Mars. But when hostile invaders attack Earth, there’s no choice—it’s time to fight back. As environmental researcher Azusa Takanashi, you’ll pilot the advanced YK-IIA space combat craft to lead humanity’s most critical counterattack. Failure is not an option!
・An authentic, never-before-seen retro experience developed using real 16-bit hardware
・Destroy enemy ships and collect resources to upgrade your craft
・Use different sub-weapons to create diverse combat strategies and tactics
・Tackle the main campaign or test your skills in Challenge Mode
・Enjoy addicting beats from maestro Yuzo Koshiro in Jukebox Mode
・Developed by Ancient, the studio behind 16-bit classics like Streets of Rage, Beyond Oasis, and Actraiser—return to the starting point of the 16-bit golden era!
