Publisher Mega Cat Studios and ZPF Team are working on a real retro shoot ’em up game called ZPFand it is planned for modern consoles and the Sega Genesis.
ZPF is in development for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive, Windows PC (via Steam), and now both Xbox consoles and Switch thanks to it great Kickstarter success that raised more than 1000% above their funding goal.
That ZPF has been funded and committed for release sometime in early 2025 for PC, Xbox consoles, Switch, and even on physical cartridges running on original Sega Genesis/Mega Drive hardware. There is still time to provide the support The game’s Kickstarter campaign if you want to receive exclusive backer rewards.
Here’s an overview of the game, plus a new trailer:
ZPF is a retro-inspired horizontal shooter for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Fight your way through a cosmic force of epic boss battles, addictive scores and hidden secrets in a thrilling arcade-style adventure through fantasy, sci-fi and alien worlds.
Inspired by classic horizontal shooters such as Lords of Thunder, Elemental Master and the Thunderforce series, ZPF is a passion project from the designer and developer of Super XYX and Tänzer.
Functions
- 6+ stages of complete pixel chaos – Players dodge and weave through intense bullet patterns and unleash a barrage of firepower against hordes of unique and challenging enemies.
- Three playable characters – Choose your hero – from the teleporting trickster to the laser-wielding warrior! Each character has a distinct playstyle with unique shots and melee attacks.
- Boss Battles – Brace yourself for epic encounters with mid- and late-stage bosses, each requiring a different strategy to defeat.
- Store improvements and tips – Upgrade your arsenal and receive valuable tips between levels at any of the world’s in-game stores.
- Secrets galore – Complete each stage and discover a wealth of hidden secrets.