Side-scrolling shoot ’em up ZPF launches April 16 for Xbox Series, Xbox One, Switch, and PC

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The side-scrolling shooter game, ZPF, originally released for Genesis/Mega Drive on November 20, 2025, is coming to Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC (via Steam) on April 16th. The game will cost $9.99. This was announced by publisher Mega Cat Studios and developer ZPF Team.

Here is an overview of the game, via Mega Cat Studios:

About

ZPF is a fast-paced, action-packed shooter designed for the SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive. It’s inspired by classic arcade games and features challenging boss fights, a rewarding scoring system, and plenty of hidden surprises as you journey through imaginative worlds blending fantasy, science fiction, and alien landscapes.

Drawing inspiration from beloved side-scrolling shooters like Lords of Thunder, Elemental Master, and the Thunderforce series, ZPF is a labor of love created by the same person who made Super XYX and Tanzer.

Key Features

  • Over Six Stages of Full-On Pixel Mayhem – Players will dodge and weave through intense bullet patterns, unleashing a barrage of firepower upon hordes of unique and challenging enemies.
  • Three Playable Characters – Choose your hero—from the teleporting trickster to the laser-wielding warrior! Each character boasts a distinct playstyle with unique shots and melee attacks.
  • Boss Battles – Brace yourself for epic encounters with mid and end-stage bosses, each demanding a different strategy to defeat.
  • Shop Buffs and Hints – Upgrade your arsenal and gain valuable tips between levels at each of the world’s in-game shops.
  • Secrets Galore – Finish every stage and discover a treasure trove of hidden secrets.

Watch a new trailer below.

Release Date Trailer

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2026-03-26 15:46