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Apidya‘ Special

Team Apidya · ININ Games · 25 Aug 2026 · Nintendo Switch
Steam reviews93% positive31 reviews · Positive
Store
Nintendo eShop
Platform
Nintendo Switch
Release date
25 Aug 2026
Developer
Team Apidya
Publisher
ININ Games
Players
2+
Rating
T
Features
Choose your difficulty, Pixel art, Play for a high score
Ways to play
Meet up and play together, Play together on one console
Play modes
TV mode, Tabletop mode, Handheld mode
Availability
Available now

APIDYA SPECIAL – A very special retro shoot 'em up buzzes into view!
Take flight in Apidya Special, brought back through sheer Pixel Passion!

1992's home computer legend Apidya is making a comeback in this authentic 24-bit pixel remake, built from the ground up, but utterly faithful to the original.

Developed by the original team alongside a devoted Apidya super-fan-turned-developer, Apidya Special is based on a previously abandoned 1990s console port — combining original assets with all-new pixel art, additional authentic sound effects, and remixed music. Legendary composer Chris Hülsbeck contributes exclusive new studio versions of the iconic soundtrack, never released before.

The warmth and charm of a CRT on modern screens!

Experience Apidya Special in true widescreen with new parallax effects, or switch to the original home computer 4:3 mode that looks, plays, and sounds exactly like 1992. Optional CRT effects with simulated shadow mask, scan lines, and phosphor bloom recreate the classic display feel.

FEATURES:

Authentic Remake – Completely rebuilt from scratch; no emulation.

Two Visual Modes – Seamlessly switch between HD widescreen or original home computer 4:3 presentation.

Exclusive Chris Hülsbeck OST – Brand-new studio versions of the iconic soundtrack, never before released.

Retro Visual Effects – Optional CRT shaders, bloom, and authentic scanline simulation.

Expanded Worlds – 5 diverse themed worlds (Meadow, Pond, Sewers, Cyber, Lair), up to 5 levels each, 20 unique bosses, and hidden special stages.

Fresh Surprises – Randomized in-game events like Night Mode with new enemy sprites.

Co-op Mode – A second player controls one of the helper drones.

Accessibility Options – Modernized difficulty settings to make the game enjoyable for all generations.

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