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198X is a pastiche of different classic games brought together to tell the story of a suburban teenager stuck between the limitations of youth and the obligations of adulthood. In the game, you discover a local arcade, and through the different games find a way to make that transition to an adult world and coming to terms with your history.
Release Date: 23/01/2020
Out Now: PC, PS4 and Switch
Players: 1
Genres: Action, Fighting (Adventure, Narrative, Race, Shooting and Strategy)
Accessibility: 9 features
Components: 2D Side-On and Pixels
Developer: 198 x Game (@198xGame)
Costs: Purchase cost
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