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Part 1 of arcade epic 198X. A coming-of-age story told through multiple games and genres. Experience the thrill of shooting, driving, jumping, fighting and role-playing in 5 full-blown arcade stages – combined with cinematic pixel-art storytelling.

198X is a indie, retro and pixel graphics game developed and published by Hi-Bit Studios.
Released on June 20th 2019 is available only on Windows in 2 languages: English and Japanese.

It has received 2,070 reviews of which 1,574 were positive and 496 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. 😊

The game is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 0.75€ on K4G.

The Steam community has classified 198X into these genres:

Indie Retro Pixel Graphics 1980s Arcade Beat 'em up Great Soundtrack Short 2D Singleplayer Action Shoot 'Em Up

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Windows

OS *: Windows 8
Storage: 4 GB available space

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July 2025

『198X』は、ただのレトロ風アーケードゲームではありません。それは、1980年代の空気感を心の奥底から呼び起こし、現実と空想、青春と逃避、成長と葛藤が交差する"プレイアブルな詩"のような作品です。プレイヤーは、都会の片隅に生きるティーンエイジャー「キッド」となり、家庭や社会に居場所を見つけられず、近所のアーケードゲームセンターで時間と心を埋めていきます。物語は5種類のジャンル（シューティング、レース、ベルトスクロールアクション、JRPG風バトル、忍者アクション）からなる個別のゲームを通じて展開され、それぞれのゲームが単なる模倣ではなく、ジャンルを通して彼の内面の感情や現実世界との断絶を象徴的に表現しています。ピクセルアートは緻密で美しく、演出やカメラワークにも映画的なセンスが感じられ、プレイ中はゲームの中に"映画を体験している"ような錯覚すら覚えます。音楽は特に秀逸で、80年代のシンセサウンドが感情の波を後押しし、ゲームとプレイヤーの心を静かにつなげていきます。ナレーションも心に響くトーンで語られ、台詞の一つ一つが詩的でありながらリアルで、思春期に抱いた曖昧な不安や希望を的確に言葉にしてくれます。『198X』はゲームでありながら、まるで短編映画や青春小説を読んでいるかのような深い体験をもたらしてくれる、非常にユニークで芸術的なタイトルです。ゲームの面白さだけでなく、物語性や感情の旅を求める人にとって、この作品は必ず心に残る一作になるでしょう。

Feb. 2025

198X is a cute little narrative game with impeccable 80s vibes conveyed through the synth sound design and the outstanding pixel art. The game features a collection of mini games that you would expect to find in an Arcade during the period this game takes place in. Those mini games come from a variety of different genres - there's a dungeon crawler, a beat 'em up, a racing game and more. I definitely enjoyed the diversity of genres and each game had something in store for me. Depending on your preference in gaming, some mini games may click with you more than others though, so your milage may vary. The main plot of 198X is not really anything to write home about. It's a very traditional coming-of-age kind-of deal with all the typical themes and questions attached to that. It's not really all that interesting in my opinion and that's one of the main reasons why this game didn't really stick with me all that long. Nonetheless, if you have an afternoon to spare and want to spend some time in a nostalgic 80s environment while playing some banger arcade games, you can't go wrong with this one.

Jan. 2025

This game is a love letter to the 80's gaming with a touching story. Well worth the $10 and 2 hours.

Oct. 2024

A Beautifully Haunting Experience with Nostalgic Vibes If you're a fan of retro arcade games and appreciate pixel art with a deep emotional story, this game might just be a hidden gem for you. I've found myself returning to it repeatedly, captivated by the unique atmosphere and its blend of sadness and beauty. This game isn't just a collection of well-crafted minigames—though each one could stand alone as a solid arcade title. Instead, it's woven together by a compelling coming-of-age story about lost innocence and a tragic event that shapes the young protagonist’s life. As someone who grew up in the arcade era, I felt an instant connection, and the narrative really resonated with me on a personal level. Plus, it's genuinely fun to play! It may not be for everyone, but if you’re looking for an experience that goes beyond just gameplay, give it a shot. You might find yourself as drawn in as I was.

Aug. 2024

This is a collection of 5 short games, connected together by a story that's honestly pretty boring, with some really cringy dialogue and it doesn't even have an ending (and probably never will). The games themselves are pretty fun with some great visuals and music, but it only takes about an hour to beat the whole thing, so I'd definitely wait for a sale before getting it.

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198X is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam.

198X is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 9.99€ on Steam.

198X received 1,574 positive votes out of a total of 2,070 achieving a rating of 7.34.

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198X was developed and published by Hi-Bit Studios.

198X is playable and fully supported on Windows.

198X is not playable on MacOS.

198X is not playable on Linux.

198X is a single-player game.

There is a DLC available for 198X. Explore additional content available for 198X on Steam.

198X does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

198X does not support Steam Remote Play.

198X is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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