“70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X Hi-Res Remastered Edition” Launches July 16, 2026!

Now Featuring Switchable Original Animation Mode

May 5th, 2026. Tokyo, Japan Bliss Brain Corporation proudly announces the worldwide release of 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X, launching July 16, 2026, on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, Microsoft Store, and Steam.

Originally released exclusively in Japan in 1999, Geppy-X became one of the most outrageous and ambitious anime shooters of the CD-ROM era.

New Feature: Switch Between Remastered and Original Movie Versions

In 70's-Style Robot Anime Geppy-X, one of the new features we are most proud to include is the addition of an HD remastered version of the animations, digitized directly from the Betacam tapes delivered by the animation studio.

Following the announcement, we received requests from fans who shared that they would love to see the original version of the animations as well. We agree that this is important, especially in the name of preservation, so we have decided to include a feature that allows players to switch between the remastered and original movie versions.

This feature will be included in the base game and will not be released as DLC.

We invite you to experience the unique atmosphere of the original production, which packed 8,000 hand-drawn animation cels onto four CD-ROMs.

Please note that some scenes in the original version were modified by the development team from the Betacam animation, and therefore may differ slightly from the remastered version, which remains faithful to the original Betacam source. We hope you will discover and enjoy the details and creative touches the development team carefully crafted.

Four Discs. 8,000 Hand-Drawn Frames. Zero Restraint.

 

Built at the height of the late-90s CD-ROM boom, the original PlayStation release spanned four discs and featured over 8,000 hand-drawn animation frames, an unprecedented production scale for a 2D shooter. This wasn’t just a game inspired by anime! It was a full-blown 70s super robot TV series you could play.

 

For this Hi-Res Remastered Edition:

  • Original Betacam master tapes have been re-digitized
  • Modern upscaling enhances visual clarity
  • Animation has been fully restored to its original 24 frames per second

This is not a simple upscale; it’s a full restoration of a lost anime-era production.

 

Play a Super Robot TV Broadcast

 

Geppy-X recreates the structure of a classic anime broadcast: Time signal → Opening → Episode → Eyecatch → Commercial break → Ending → Next episode preview. You don’t just watch a super robot show, you control it. Three young pilots combine their powers to command the transforming super robot Geppy-X, defending Earth from the invading Space Demon Empire.

 

Three Forms. No Mercy.

 

At its core, Geppy-X delivers fast-paced arcade-style side-scrolling shooter action. Switch between three combat types in real time:

  • X1 – Balanced Precision
  • X2 – Speed Unleashed
  • X3 – High-risk Power

Strategic form switching is essential to survive intense stages and towering boss encounters. Midway through the story, the machine evolves into Geppy-XX, unlocking new weapons and a new level of firepower.

 

Classic Challenge. Modern Control.

 

The original arcade-style difficulty remains intact, but now supported by modern quality-of-life enhancements:

  • Rewind Function
  • Rapid Fire Option
  • Quick Save
  • CRT Filter Mode
  • Achievement

Whether you’re a retro shooter veteran or discovering super robot anime for the first time, Geppy-X adapts to your playstyle.

 

 

Voices That Defined an Era!

 

Geppy-X features the original 1999 voice performances from some of Japan’s most respected and influential anime actors, including:

Akira Kamiya, Shō Hayami, Shūichi Ikeda, Ichirō Nagai, Gorō Naya, and more.

This was not a casual casting choice, it was a rare gathering of top-tier talent at the height of the CD-ROM era, captured and preserved in its original form.

The soundtrack also includes legendary anime theme artists:

Isao Sasaki, Akira Kushida, and Hironobu Kageyama, performers whose powerful songs helped define the spirit of classic super robot anime. These are the original recordings, fully intact and presented alongside the newly remastered visuals.

Geppy-X doesn’t just recreate the golden age of super robot anime, it brings back the voices and music that gave it life.

 

The Series Doesn’t End!

 

Completing the main campaign is only the beginning! Unlock six additional modes, including:

  • Movie-style boss rush
  • Alternate timeline scenarios
  • Experimental episode variations

More than a remaster! This is the definitive broadcast edition.

 

Key Features:

 

  • 70s-style super robot anime experience
  • Arcade-style 2D side-scrolling shooter
  • Real-time transforming mech system
  • Three distinct combat styles
  • Mid-game mech evolution
  • Over 8,000 hand-drawn animation frames
  • Fully restored 24fps animation
  • HD remaster from original master tapes
  • Originally Japan-exclusive 1999 cult classic
  • Now launching worldwide!

 

 

Product Information

Title:

70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X

Release Date:

July 16, 2026

Platforms:

PS4 / PS5 / Nintendo Switch / Xbox Series X

Languages:

Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese

Publisher:

Bliss Brain Corporation

Developer:

Implicit Conversions

Official Website:

https://blissbrain.co.jp/geppy-x

©1999 AROMA CO. LTD. ©AOSHIMA BUNKA KYOZAI CO., LTD. ©Bliss Brain

 

 

About Bliss Brain

 

Bliss Brain Corporation is a Japan-based game publisher focused on bringing beloved classics back to life for modern audiences. With a deep respect for original creators and their legacy, the company carefully revitalizes and delivers timeless titles to players around the world on consoles and PC.

Its recent releases include Princess Maker 2 Regeneration, Wonder Boy Anniversary Collection, and Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World for consoles and PC. Princess Maker 2 Refine and Princess Maker 5 are also available digitally on Steam.

Driven by a passion for preserving game history and sharing it with new generations, Bliss Brain continues to expand its catalog with thoughtfully curated releases.

For details, visit https://blissbrain.co.jp.

 

About Implicit Conversions

Founded in 2019, Implicit Conversions is dedicated to preserving the legacy of retro games by making them accessible on modern platforms through its advanced emulation engine, Syrup™. Focusing on ensuring these beloved games play as close to their original experience as possible, while also including quality of life features, such as Timeline Rewind and Save States, Implicit Conversions strives to prevent gaming history from being lost to time, platform, or region. For details, visit https://www.implicitconversions.com/

 

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