Pix’n Love and Aurora Game Studio have announced Nightmare Busters Rebirth, a re-imagined version of the canceled Super Nintendo game Nightmare Busters.
This news comes along with the announcement of a brand new Kickstarter Campaign that is set to launch in the near future. Those interested in the project can head over to the Kickstarter page today, and click the "notify me" button to get updates the moment the campaign goes live.
As for the game itself, it is scheduled for release on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and PC, with a special surprise reveal set for April 9th, 2025.
For more, here is the official overview and trailer as provided by Pix'n Love and Aurora Game Studio.
ONE GAME, TWO ERAS
Inspired by the great names of arcade gaming, Nightmare Busters Rebirth immerses players in a stunning universe where the supernatural meets unbridled action. Take control of Flynn and Floyd, two leprechaun brothers and nightmare hunters, as you journey through many environments and test your reflexes against relentless waves of enemies and devilish bosses! Combining intense gameplay, punchy action, and graphics that merge traditional hand-drawing techniques with modern tools, this 2D run’n gun promises to thrill fans of the genre on Nintendo Switch, Sony PlayStation, Steam, and more!
AN UPCOMING KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGN
Born from deep reflection and an unconditional love for video games, Nightmare Busters Rebirth is the brainchild of the Pix'n Love / Aurora Game Studio duo. Initiated in 2023, this project has steadily grown over two years of development, gathering a team of dedicated enthusiasts. With graphics and animations blending hand-drawn art and contemporary techniques, Nightmare Busters Rebirth boasts a truly unique visual identity and now aims higher than ever. To deliver the best possible experience and make Nightmare Busters Rebirth a future reference in the 2D run’n gun genre, Pix’n Love and Aurora Game Studio will soon launch a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter.
Nightmare Busters Rebirth hopes to gather a passionate community to support its development. The funds raised will be used to add new features, optimize existing levels, and enhance the adventure with fresh gameplay elements. With your unwavering support, the development team is determined to provide an authentic and memorable experience for every backer.
In that spirit, we are excited to reveal a special surprise on April 9, 2025!
A CLASSIC REIMAGINED WITH CARE
Originally developed in 1994 by Arcade Zone for the Super Nintendo, Nightmare Busters’ release was unfortunately canceled in 1995. Eager to pay tribute to this enchanting arcade game, Aurora Game Studio and Pix’n Love Games have joined forces to bring this extraordinary project back to life. Thanks to Nightmare Busters Rebirth, and with the support of some of the original creators, players will have the chance to experience this intense adventure through a complete overhaul. The game now features enhanced visual quality, polished animations, and a reorchestrated soundtrack—all while preserving the essence of what made the original so special.
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