Arcade shoot ’em up reimagining I, Robot announced for PS5, PS VR2, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC

Developer Llamasoft and Publisher Atari have declared they’re revamping the 1984-launched arcade shoot ’em up titled “I, Robot.” This updated version will debut this spring on platforms like PlayStation 5 (with support for PlayStation VR2), Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, and Atari VCS.

Over the span of 45 years, Jeff Minter has maintained the essence of an independent game developer by following ideas that intrigue him, collaborating with a deliberately compact team, and incorporating his distinctive individual flair into his projects. According to Atari’s vice president of games, Ethan Sterns, this was highlighted in a press statement. The game “I, Robot” – a modern take on an uncommon Atari arcade machine with a rebellious robot – truly represents Minter’s style and creativity.

Here is an overview of the game, via Atari:

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As a devoted fan, I’m thrilled to announce that Jeff Minter has returned with an exciting reinterpretation of a classic 1980s Atari arcade game: I, Robot. With his signature blend of vibrant colors, intricate shapes, and electrifying sounds, this fresh rendition offers novel challenges, unexpected twists, and a delightful addition of llamas throughout the gameplay experience. Can’t wait to dive in!

In the game I, Robot, your objective is straightforward: You control a robot with an ox-head, embarking on a quest to outsmart an omniscient eye in each level. As you progress, you’ll move across tiles, flipping them over to advance to the next stage. Be careful not to jump when the eye is watching or you’ll be instantly eliminated! If you successfully navigate the tiles, you’ll then race through a tube, destroying any moving obstacles that threaten your path. This must all be achieved within the 3D environment of Minter’s colorful visualizer.

As a gamer, I gotta stay on my toes! Even though I’m playing Minter, the developer didn’t just let me relax with some easy levels. Instead, they tossed in a few arena stages where I need to spot and take down waves of dangerous foes. Keeping my guard up is key here!

Fundamentally, it’s a game that could only originate from Llamasoft. A symphony of colors captivates your vision as the music escalates according to your advancement. If you need a pause from arcade activity, dive into the “ungame,” where you can express your inner Jeff Minter by experimenting with all the visual and auditory elements within the game.

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