Side-scrolling shoot ’em up remake Platypus Reclayed will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam on September 18, developer Claymatic announced.
The original Platypus, developed by Squashy Software and published by Idigicon, launched for PC in 2002. An Xbox 360 port was released on November 24, 2009 via Xbox Live Indie Games. Both Platypus and sequel Platypus II are also available via Steam.
Here is an overview of the game, via Claymatic:
This reimagining of the cult classic arcade shooter Platypus takes everything that was great about the original game and updates it with a huge host of new features for the definitive edition of Platypus. Get ready to dive into the heart-pounding action of this fast, frantic, and incredibly fun arcade-style shoot ’em up!
23 years after its first appearance, the iconic indie shoot ’em up Platypus is coming back, better than ever! Led by the original creator Anthiny Flack, alongside the talented Claymatic team, Platypus Reclayed isn’t just a simple remaster—it’s a complete revamp. Reprogrammed from scratch and updated for modern hardware, Platypus Reclayed is molded from the ground up with all-new models and artwork photographed in 4k widescreen, featuring updated gameplay, new weapons and additional content.
Haven’t Heard of Platypus? Here’s a Primer
Platypus first made its debut in 2002, when “indie games” were unheard of, before Xbox Live Arcade or Kongregate even existed. Yet to this day Platypus has retained an active community, with fans still making mods and fan art on a regular basis. Due to its singular clay-animated art style, fluid controls, and tight game design, it was one of the first indie games by a solo developer to become a critical and commercial success.
So What’s New?
Platypus Reclayed takes everything that made the original Platypus sing and updates it for a modern audience. The clay artwork can now be viewed in its full glory with high-def resolution, a brand new stage has been added, existing levels have been remixed for new surprises, there’s additional enemies and weapons, new adjustable difficulty options have been added, the soundtrack has been bolstered with high quality remixes, and new game modes like Practice and the permadeath single-life challenge mode Score Attack. Plus the whole game can be played with drop-in two-player co-op! That’s not all, as Platypus Reclayed was designed with modders in mind, and our community has been champing at the bit to make their own Platypus adventures!
“As the industry has shifted towards more complex, feature-rich, lengthier games, we wanted to go in the other direction: providing a one-button shmup that’s fun from the moment you pick it up!” said Claymatic lead games designer Anthiny Flack. “You don’t need to learn any complicated combos or absorb a bookish tutorial teaching how you can have fun later. Instead, you get right to the action. Platypus Reclayed is designed to be something you pick up for 20 minutes before bed or on your lunch break, but you enjoy every second of it!”
Features That Will Keep You Coming Back for More
- Two-Player Simultaneous Action – Team up with a friend for double the fun!
- Stunning Clay-Animated Graphics – Experience the beauty of clay-animation like never before with all-new high definition artwork.
- Addictive, Exciting Gameplay – Get ready for heart-pounding action that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
- Original Soundtrack – The original Platypus soundtrack is back with even more officially licensed remixes of classic 1980s game tunes from our friends at C64audio.
- Adjustable Difficulty Settings – Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, Platypus has a challenge for everyone.
- Perfect for the Entire Family – Share the joy of Platypus with loved ones of all ages!
Watch a new trailer below.