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Atari appoints Andreas Deptolla as president of Atari EuropeAtari has appointed Andreas Deptolla as the new president of Atari Europe. Deptolla, formerly the chief technology officer, aims to strengthen Atari's network of publishers, studios, and partners across the region. The company is also focused on expanding existing European studios and is open to strategic acquisitions while continuing to invest in talent and high-quality projects.
70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X Preview70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X is a remastered cult-classic 2D horizontal shooter inspired by 1970s Super Robot anime. The game, originally released in 1999, features a unique presentation with anime episodes, opening themes, and commercial breaks, following three pilots defending Earth. The remaster includes restored animation, modern quality-of-life features, and is set to launch on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PS5 on July 16th.
Upcoming PS5 Remaster of PS1 Game Free to Try on PS StoreA free demo for the upcoming PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 remaster of the 1999 PlayStation 1 cult classic, 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X, is now available on the PlayStation Store. Developed by Implicit Conversions and Bliss Brain Corporation, the demo allows players to experience up to Stage 4 of the scrolling shooter, featuring original Japanese voiceovers and localized subtitles.
New PS Plus Classic Game Missing Popular PS5, PS4 FeatureThe PlayStation 1 classic Time Crisis has been added to PlayStation Plus and the PlayStation Store without support for trophies, disappointing players. Publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment has a history of not implementing trophies in its classic releases, with its emulation partner Implicit Conversions citing increased development costs as a potential reason.
“70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X Hi-Res Remastered Edition” Launches July 16, 2026!Bliss Brain Corporation announced that "70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X" will launch worldwide on July 16, 2026, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Steam. This Hi-Res Remastered Edition features newly digitized animations from original master tapes, with an option to switch between the remastered and original animation versions. The game is a side-scrolling shooter inspired by 70s super robot anime, featuring transforming mechs and original voice performances from notable anime actors.- Geppy-X Remaster Adds Toggle Between 1999 and Remastered VisualsPublisher Bliss Brain and developer Implicit Conversions announced that the 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X will feature an option to switch between its original 1999 visuals and newly remastered graphics. The remaster includes re-digitized Betacam master tapes, upscaled visuals, and restored 24 FPS animation. Geppy-X will be released worldwide on July 16, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
- Business and FinanceAtari has acquired the emulation studio Implicit Conversions, which specializes in bringing classic games to new platforms. This acquisition aims to expand Atari's reach and preserve its legacy titles.
Atari acquires emulation studio Implicit ConversionsAtari has acquired emulation studio Implicit Conversions, which specializes in porting classic games to modern platforms using proprietary technology. Implicit Conversions has previously worked with Atari on titles like Mortal Kombat: Legacy Collection and Rayman. This acquisition, following previous purchases of Digital Eclipse and Nightdive Studios, strengthens Atari's capabilities in retro game preservation and emulation.
Atari acquires emulation studio Implicit ConversionsAtari has acquired emulation specialist Implicit Conversions and its proprietary Syrup engine, which is capable of bringing 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit games to modern consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. This acquisition aims to strengthen Atari's position in the retro market and enhance its game preservation capabilities.
PS Plus Retro Games Studio Snapped Up by AtariAtari has acquired Implicit Conversions, a studio known for bringing classic games to modern platforms like PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 for PS Plus Premium. This move strengthens Atari's position in retro gaming and emulation, joining other studios like Digital Eclipse and Nightdive Studios under its umbrella.- The Dev Behind Many Classic Games on PS5 and PS Plus Just Got Bought By AtariAtari has acquired Implicit Conversions, a studio known for bringing classic retro games to modern platforms like the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 for PS Plus Premium. This move strengthens Atari's position in the emulation and retro gaming market, adding to its portfolio which already includes Digital Eclipse and Nightdive Studios.
Five new Steam games you probably missed (March 2, 2026)This article highlights five new games released on Steam in late February 2026, including the surreal adventure Water Womb World, the sim-centric climbing game New Heights, and the PC port of the PS1 horror title Fear Effect 2: Retro Helix. It also features Tales of Berseria Remastered and the metroidvania Emberbane, offering brief descriptions and developer information for each.- 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X remaster announcedBliss Brain and Implicit Conversions have announced a remastered version of the 90s PlayStation game, 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X. This HD re-release, featuring over 8,000 hand-drawn animation frames and arcade-style 2D shooter gameplay, will launch worldwide on July 16th for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.