Overview
Welcome to the suburbs of 198X, where a teenager known as Kid navigates the transition from childhood innocence to adult responsibilities. The local arcade becomes a sanctuary, offering new worlds and purpose through video games. Each session played, each challenge overcome, strengthens Kid and begins to blur the lines between the virtual and the real. "198X" is a narrative experience where a new life is just one credit away.
Highlights
- Developed and published by Hi-Bit Studios, this indie title offers a unique narrative journey.
- Features a single-player experience with partial controller support, released on June 20, 2019.
- Explore themes of growing up and the escapism found in video games, with full audio support in English and Japanese.
Who It's For
This game is for players who enjoy introspective, narrative-driven experiences and appreciate a nostalgic setting. If you're looking for a short, engaging story that explores the impact of video games on personal growth, "198X" might resonate with you.
Game Info
- Developer: Hi-Bit Studios
- Publisher: Hi-Bit Studios
- Release Date: June 20, 2019
- Genre: Indie
- Player Mode: Single-player
- Languages: English, Japanese (with full audio support)
- Estimated Playtime: 2 hours