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Bitwave Games has announced that the upcoming "Gimmick! 2" will officially release on September 5th 2024! 

Gimmick! 2 is the follow up to the NES Classic "Gimmick!" and will retain the same classic star powered gameplay as the original. 

The game will release for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and on PC.

While the Switch version will release on September 5th, developers have stated that the Xbox and PlayStation versions will be released shortly after.

Here's what the developers had to say:

Developed by Bitwave Games and based on the legendary original game, released in the twilight years of the NES™, Gimmick! 2 continues the adventures of our circular green hero Yokai Yumetaro, as he returns for an all-new epic journey, brimming with loveable new characters, locations and secrets behind every turn!

 

Bursting with character and charm, Gimmick! 2 follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, providing challenging, yet oh-so-addictive platforming action, with a unique physics-based Star mechanic which will challenge seasoned platforming veterans, as well as providing a new easier mode for those who prefer a more relaxing adventure.

 

Retaining the spirit of the golden era of platforming games, renowned British composer David Wise returns to score Gimmick! 2. A master of platforming and retro soundtracks, David created some of gaming’s most iconic soundtracks including the Donkey Kong Country series, Battletoads, Diddy Kong Racing, Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts, and many more.

 

Clear River Games and Bitwave Games are pleased to announce that Gimmick! 2 will be playable at this year’s gamescom 2024 show, taking place in Cologne, Germany from August 21 through August 25. 

 

Gimmick! 2 will release on Nintendo Switch and Steam on September 5, 2024. A release date for PlayStation and Xbox versions of the game will follow shortly.

For more, check out our previous article covering the first gameplay trailer.

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