Reiwa-Era Famicom Shooter Estique Hits Current Consoles August 6
A new Famicom/NES cartridge game from 2024 gets a modern port with added features, making an ultra-niche retro release widely accessible.
Reporting from 1 source: Game Spark.
AMATA Games announced the console version of Chouyoku Senki Estique, a new 8-bit shooting game by Cat Hoy Shoji, will release August 6, 2026, for PC, Switch, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. The port includes both Japanese and North American versions, a rewind function, online rankings, and gallery content.
The console version of Chouyoku Senki Estique, the Famicom/NES shooting game billed as an all-new 8-bit creation from the Reiwa era, arrives on August 6. The port packs both the Japanese release and the North American variant, Changeable Guardian Estique, which differ in story and some graphics.
AMATA Games lists rewind support for less experienced players, full controller compatibility, a CRT filter, and an online ranking mode for nationwide score competition. A gallery mode covers the instruction manual, box art, and cartridge visuals.
Digital pricing runs 2,480 yen on Steam and Switch, and 2,500 yen on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. A physical Switch edition follows on November 26, with a standard version at 4,980 yen and a limited edition at 19,800 yen, both before tax.
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