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"Discovery" through "Adventure": Save the World!
This game is a "Gimmick-Driven Action Shooter" that blends the excitement of classic retro shooters with deep mystery-solving. Blast your way through hordes of monsters, but remember: brute force alone will not save this world. Hidden mysteries, ancient mechanisms, and secret pathways lie waiting in every stage. Only players with sharp eyes and daring hearts will awaken the lost order and restore balance to a fallen realm.
World: A High Fantasy Shrouded in Darkness
A once-prosperous high fantasy realm has been swallowed by darkness. Monstrous legions now roam freely — from classic fantasy foes like Slimes and Kobolds to terrifying creatures of the night such as Zombies and Vampires.
Choose your hero:
Male Warrior or Female Warrior — your choice of legend.
Then step into a beautifully crafted world filled with danger, secrets, and wonder.
Grow stronger by solving mysteries!
In Xegrader, power does not come from grinding alone.
Your character becomes stronger only by uncovering hidden mysteries in each level. Solve puzzles, experiment with the environment, and search every corner of the stage.
Remember that magical feeling in classic games when you discovered a secret by accident — like flying into a hidden volcanic crater and finding a rare upgrade? That same thrill of discovery is at the heart of Xegrader. Observe. Experiment. Discover. Become unstoppable.
Retro Soul — Modern Presentation
Golden Age Pixel Art: Gorgeous pixel art by Skipmore, capturing the charm of classic 8-bit and 16-bit adventures.
Modern Atmosphere: Dynamic lighting and shadow effects bring depth to the retro world, making it feel alive and immersive.
Epic Soundtrack: Music by Tadahiro Nitta blends emotional melodies with FM-style chiptune textures — perfectly matching the tension and excitement of your quest.
DLC — Classic Hardware Reborn
Experience two authentic retro versions of Xegrader, recreated faithfully on Steam:
MSX2 Version (2025)
Originally released as a physical package.
Distinctive MSX2 color palette
Classic PSG-style sound
A nostalgic yet visually rich presentation
ORIGIN — PC-8001mkII Version (2024)
A minimalist, hardware-accurate tribute:
Only 4 colors
Raw BEEP speaker sound
A pure, vintage computing experience
Each version offers a different aesthetic, sound, and feel — choose your favorite flavor of retro.
Steam Deck Ready
Play Xegrader anywhere.
Fully optimized for Steam Deck
Touch support for name entry
Custom UI for handheld play
Enjoy deep Gimmick-driven action whether you’re on the couch, on a train, or on an epic quest from your bed.
Created by Retro Legends
Planning & Production: Toshihiro Naito (Hydlide series)
Pixel Art: Skipmore (Kamiko, Fairune)
Music & Sound: Tadahiro Nitta (Xak, Illusion City)
