APIDYA - A very special retro shoot 'em up buzzes into view! 1992's home computer legend Apidya is making a comeback in this authentic 24-bit pixel remake, built from the ground up, but utterly faithful to the original. Take flight in Apidya' Special ! Brought back through sheer Pixel Passion! Developed by the original team, together with a devoted Apidya super-fan-turned-developer, Apidya’ Special is based on a previously abandoned 1990s console port , combining original assets with all-new pixel art , additional authentic sound effects, and remixed music . Legendary composer Chris Hülsbeck contributes an exclusive, completely rearranged soundtrack that has never been released before. The warmth and charm of a CRT on modern screens! Players can experience Apidya’ Special in true widescreen with new parallax effects or switch to the original home computer 4:3 mode that looks, plays, and sounds exactly like 1992. Optional CRT effects with simulated shadow mask, scan lines, and phosphor bloom recreate the classic display feel. The Features: Authentic Remake – Completely rebuilt from scratch; no emulation. Two Visual Modes – Seamlessly switch between HD widescreen or original home computer 4:3 presentation. Exclusive Chris Hülsbeck OST – Newly arranged soundtrack alongside remixed and classic tracks. Retro Visual Effects – Optional CRT shaders, bloom, and authentic scanline simulation. Expanded Worlds – 5 diverse themed worlds (Meadow, Pond, Sewers, Cyber, Lair), up to 5 levels each, 20 unique bosses, and hidden special stages. Fresh Surprises – Randomized in-game events like “Night Mode” with new enemy sprites. Co-op Mode – Second player controls one of the helper drones. Accessibility Options – Modernized difficulty settings to make the game enjoyable for all generations (including the original devs').
