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Flashback 2 gets a new gameplay video for Gamescom 2023

Explore a dystopian future where frenetic action, platforming, and fast-paced shooting are all on the menu

Sydney, Australia, August 23rd, 2023 – Ahead of Gamescom, publisher Microids, Microids Lyon/Paris studios and Flashback creator Paul Cuisset have revealed a new gameplay trailer for Flashback 2. The sequel to 1992’s Flashback is set to launch on 16 November for PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X|S and Nintendo Switch.

Watch the new Gamescom trailer here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8TwbdWhOfA

In the heart of a dystopian future, the game’s hero, Conrad B. Hart, must confront the fearsome Morphs who aim to enslave all life in the solar system. To prevent them from carrying out their diabolical plan, players will need to deploy all their skills in a fast-paced platform shooter, which offers striking fluidity and precision.

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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.

Game features:

  • A vibrant sci-fi/cyberpunk universe full of immersive environments including New Tokyo, New Washington, and the Jungles 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, Paul Cuisset.

Flashback 2 will be available November 16th, 2023 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch.

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Additional information available here: https://twitter.com/FlashBack2_Game

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.

© 2023 Microids SA. All rights reserved. Game created by Paul Cuisset. Developed by MICROIDS STUDIO LYON / MICROIDS STUDIO PARIS. FLASH BACK is a trademark of Paul Cuisset and is used under licence. All rights reserved.