Flashback 2 dev diary shared, Switch release bumped to Q1 2024

Publisher Microids, Microids Lyon/Paris studios and Paul Cuisset are delighted to reveal the Flashback 2 Developer Diary ahead of the launch next month. In this video, Paul Cuisset, creator of the license, and Anthony Bouraba, one of the game’s producers, offer insight into the link between Flashback, released in 1992, and its highly anticipated sequel.

From the return of Conrad and his quest for identity, to his relationship with his A.I.S.H.A. weapon, the Developer Diary covers all these topics and more. Additionally, the video dives into the connection between the most renowned characters from Flashback who will once again make an appearance.

The Developer Diary also highlights how the essence of the original game has been maintained, while significant improvements elevate the Flashback 2 experience. Die-hard fans will be delighted to rediscover the fresh mix of action and exploration as well as discovering new gameplay mechanics that modernize and expand the franchise.

In the 22nd century, the United Worlds extends throughout the Solar System, but this tranquillity is threatened by the Morph invasion led by the fearsome General Lazarus. In search of his lifelong friend Ian, Conrad B. Hart dives once again into an action-packed adventure full of twists, turns and revelations with the help of his allies and AI-powered weapon A.I.S.H.A.

Flashback 2 will be available for Switch sometime in Q1 2024.