- Get your (ice)skates on: we're on sale & on deck! - 1 September 2025
To celebrate Snow Brothers Wonderland being Steam Deck certified, we have a weeklong deal at 85% off, but don't wait, discount melts away on September 8! https://store.steampowered.com/app/3214870/Snow_Bros_Wonderland/ And don't forget the other hot property from Tatsujin: Truxton Extreme! Wishlist here for more news https://store.steampowered.com/app/3323490/Truxton_Extreme/
- OMEGA 6 The Triangle Stars is OUT NOW - 28 February 2025
It's Takaya Imamura Day! Or, as it’s also known, the launch day of OMEGA 6 The Triangle Stars! That’s right, today marks the long-awaited release of the legendary Nintendo illustrator’s latest adventure. And it’s a truly special one. OMEGA 6 The Triangle Stars is a retro-inspired space adventure for anyone who has ever fallen in love with the 16-bit aesthetic of the ‘90s. It tells the story of the androids Thunder and Kyla as they search for a new planet for humanity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4utzzsS9Rg One of the absolute best things about OMEGA 6 The Triangle Stars is the vast number of wonderful creatures and aliens you’ll encounter on your journey. But that’s hardly surprising. After all, Takaya Imamura is the man behind characters like Captain Falcon (F-Zero), Fox McCloud (Star Fox), and Tingle (The Legend of Zelda). He’s also joined by Shinobu Amayake, who worked on the so…
- Win an epic OMEGA 6 The Triangle Stars bundle! - 25 February 2025
Hey all! OMEGA 6 The Triangle Stars launches on Friday, February 28th. Now that's a reason to celebrate! 🎉 We're giving a packed OMEGA 6 bundle. Follow to enter: https://gleam.io/KFNKT/omega-6-the-triangle-stars-launch-celebration-giveaway We're giving away the following to one (1) lucky winner Nintendo Switch OLED Console. Approximate Retail Value (ARV) $349.99 USD. A physical copy of OMEGA 6 The Triangle Stars on Nintendo Switch. Approximate Retail Value (ARV) $34.99 USD. A CRKD Nitro Deck Retro Purple Limited Edition with Carry Case. Approximate Retail Value (ARV) $69.99 USD. An OMEGA 6 prequel comic sign by Takaya Imamura. Additionally, five (5) winners will receive a digital game key for OMEGA 6 The Triangle Stars on Steam or Nintendo Switch. Good luck!
- DARK HORSE AND LEGENDARY GAME DESIGNER TAKAYA IMAMURA BRINGS THE COLORFUL CAST OF OMEGA 6 THE TRIANGLE STARS TO ENGLISH MANGA FANS - 13 February 2025
Imamura's adventure "Omega 6" manga is available in English for the first time! Based on the upcoming pixel-art adventure game Omega 6 The Triangle Stars, Dark Horse Comics presents Takaya Imamura's (Star Fox, F-Zero) Omega 6, a complete story in one manga volume. This will be available for English readers in October 2025. Translated by award-winning manga translator Zack Davisson (H.P. Lovecraft's The Colour out of Space, Cat + Gamer), the 16-bit video game revolution is coming to comics! Creator Takaya Imamura had this to say about bringing the original manga to English readers in conjunction with the game. "I sincerely hope that my manga and games can be enjoyed by people regardless of where they live, and it would make me very happy if my work delivers an exciting and thrilling experience!" In Omega 6: After awakening from a rejuvenating months-long stasis, androids Thunder and Kyla…
- Happy Birthday, Toaplan! Snow Bros. Wonderland is on sale! - 13 February 2025
It's the TOAPLAN Arcade Masterpieces 40th Anniversary! And what better way to celebrate an anniversary than by offering some great discounts? Since this is the 40th Anniversary (and not the 30th, 20th, or even the 10th), you get 40% off Snow Bros. Wonderland! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfOEWzJbNQ4 This cool game was released as recently as last year and is not only a fantastic comeback for the Snow Bros. brand but also one of the most fun co-op games in recent years, supporting up to four players in couch co-op. Don't wait another 40 years. Grab it now: Snow Bros. Wonderland https://store.steampowered.com/app/3214870/
- Omega 6 The Triangle Stars - coming to Steam in 2025 - 11 November 2024
Omega 6 is the latest game from the legendary Takaya Imamura. Imamura, who previously designed characters for F-Zero and Star Fox among many other projects, now invites us into a brand-new universe where humanity is searching for a new planet. Joining you on this journey are two androids, Thunder and Kyra, along with over 100 other colorful characters. It promises to be a 16-bit-style adventure unlike anything you've seen before! The Steam version of Omega 6 is set for release in 2025, and the game will also be coming to the Switch—both digitally and physically. While the extra content hasn’t been fully decided, something special is definitely being prepared. By the way, did you know Omega 6 actually began as one, before the game was created? That's right—this new universe was first crafted by Imamura-san in manga form. And now the story has come full circle, as a series from Dark Horse…
- Gimmick! Legacy Collection available now! - 8 October 2024
Gimmick! Legacy Collection includes not just one but two awesome platforming adventures for all fans of challenging, tight 2D experiences. Take the opportunity to buy them both at a price that will make all your friends Yumetaro-green with envy. (Or even better—tell your friends too!) The original Gimmick! game was released for the Famicom™ in 1992. And it was way, way ahead of its time. The advanced game physics, the vibrant game world, the expressive main character, and the fantastic soundtrack have made the game both legendary and unique. Unique, that is, until 2024! After 32 years of waiting, the sequel Gimmick! 2 has finally been released, building on everything that made the original game so great. Perfect controls, playful star physics, and incredible music (composed by veteran David Wise) are just a few of the things Gimmick! 2 brings to the table. Both Gimmick! Special Edition…
- Shoot for the Stars and Jump for Joy: Gimmick! 2 is here - 5 September 2024
The adorable yokai Yumetaro returns in a platform game bursting with charm and challenge. Brimming with colorful new characters, candy-soaked landscapes, gamers are once again invited to embark on an unforgettable adventure utilizing a unique physics-based Star mechanic which will challenge seasoned platforming veterans, and delight novices thanks to a new easier mode for those who prefer a more relaxing adventure. The original Gimmick! game was developed by SUNSOFT and released in 1992. It's been decades since gamers last experienced the tight platforming mechanics and fiendish challenge made famous by Gimmick!. The sequel is developed by the Swedish studio Bitwave Games. The fusion of Sweden and Japan shows with open fields inspired by Swedish Midsummer, and cold, icy mountains, while still staying true to the heritage of the original game. Smooth controls and sharp level design are s…
- Gimmick! 2 hits Steam on September 5th! - 14 August 2024
The original Gimmick! game was released on January 31, 1992. That's over 32 years ago! To say the least, it's been a long journey between the original game and its sequel. But the wait is almost over. Today, we are thrilled to announce the release date for Gimmick! 2. The game will be released on Steam on (drumroll, please) September 5, 2024! What an excellent start to the gaming autumn, right? Unlike the original game, which was only released in Japan and Scandinavia, the sequel will be released worldwide. Wherever you live, you and Yumetaro will be able to go on an adventure this September. Stay tuned for more updates!
- Gimmick! 2 – A first look at the gameplay - 18 July 2024
Hi everyone! We’ve got two exciting announcements that we’d love to share with you all today! We’re happy to bring you the very first gameplay footage of Gimmick! 2. The team has been hard at work putting our new trailer together, and we hope you’ll like it as much as we do. The gameplay in the trailer represents the first two levels of the game, showing open fields inspired by Swedish Midsummer, cold, icy mountains, and caves filled to the brim with hot and deadly lava. There’s plenty more to come, and we can’t wait to share further details about the game, the world, and its dangerous inhabitants in the upcoming months. Meet David Wise Sure, smooth controls and sharp level design are super important. But few things are as crucial for a video game as its soundtrack. A major reason we still remember all those classics from the '80s and '90s with such fondness is their music. Fortunately,…
- Gimmick! 2 is coming to PC! - 20 June 2024
The day has finally arrived! We are incredibly excited to reveal that Gimmick! 2 is on its way. This has been a long journey. The game has been in development for several years and has existed as a thought and dream since the '90s when the original Gimmick! was released. In fact, Niklas Istenes founded Bitwave Games specifically with Gimmick! 2 in mind. Now, the dream has become a reality! Just like the first Gimmick!, it will be a journey full of challenging platform sequences, tricky star physics, hidden secrets, tough enemies, and absolutely fantastic music. Over the coming months, we will share more about the game, what it has in common with its older sibling, and what has changed since the 8-bit days. One thing we can promise though: if you liked Gimmick!, you will love Gimmick! 2. Make sure to follow us on social media @bitwavegames @clearrivergames for news on the game, when to w…
- Gimmick! Special Edition updated with new Scandinavian cover art - 10 July 2023
Hey all! Today we're updating Gimmick! Special Edition with a new version of the Scandinavian box art found in the Extras menu. This version replaces the placeholder art the game shipped with. We'd like to thank you all for your feedback since the release last week. We're continuing to improve the game, and if you have any questions, drop a comment below or poke us on social media @bitwavegames.
- Play a rare NES gem in Gimmick! Special Edition – Out Now! - 6 July 2023
Today, we're launching Gimmick! Special Edition! It's available on Nintendo eShop and revives an up until today hidden NES™ masterpiece! If you're looking for crisp pixels, a bopping soundtrack, and a stellar, physics-based platformer, you're in for a royal treat! As the cuddly hero Yumetaro, you'll get to explore a physics-based platforming playground and use your star-shooting powers to solve tricky challenges with finesse! With the help of your fantastic star, you'll reach hidden spots, make frenemies, traverse cliffs, and pull off trick shots that'll surprise even the toughest baddies! The original game was exclusive to Famicom™/NES™ in Japan and Scandinavia in the early '90s and is considered a hidden gem among retro enthusiasts. This Special Edition is updated with online leaderboards, achievements, time attack mode, save and quick load, rewind function, and a lovely gallery featu…
- Gimmick! Special Edition launches on July 6th! - 9 May 2023
Folks, mark your calendars. Today we're thrilled to announce that Gimmick! Special Edition hits Steam on July 6th! Gimmick! holds a special place in our hearts. It's an incredible physics-based game with astonishing graphics, which pushed the NES to its absolute limits. First launched in 1992 by SUNSOFT, Gimmick! only initially launched in Japan and Scandinavia and remains a highly sought-after title for retro gaming enthusiasts. Gimmick! has been rejuvenated with the highest levels of care and authenticity, preserving the unmistakable finesse and gameplay which defines the game. For gamers new to this masterpiece, and those looking for a modern gaming experience, several quality-of-life improvements have been added which lovingly extends the appeal of the game. Gimmick! Special Edition features Speed Run mode ideal for speedrunners who wish to show the world their skills. Alternatively…
- Gimmick! Special Edition hits PC in 2023 - 13 October 2022
We have something truly special that we're thrilled to share with you today. Are you ready? Sunsoft's cult classic Gimmick! is up for wishlisting! Gimmick! was originally released on the NES in 1992 in Japan and Scandinavia. The game follows the story of a small green youkai named Yumetaro who's mistaken as a toy and then given as a birthday present to a young girl. One night, the girl gets kidnapped by her other toys who are jealous of Yumetaro, and brings her to the land of Gimmick! Your quest is to maneuver through a variety of levels and use your special star-shooting power to defeat enemies and save the day. Gimmick! Special Edition includes brand new bonus features such as achievements, time attack mode, save, load, and rewind functions, a gallery mode, and more.
