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The director of the game of the year is clear about what he wants his next game to be: a sequel to the legendary Pepsi game

Visual novel developer Kotaro Uchikoshi, known for his work on titles like The Hundred Line and the Zero Escape series, recently expressed his interest in reviving a cult classic: Pepsiman. This video game, released in 1999, was never distributed outside of Japan, but despite its limited availability, it has gained a special status among retro video game enthusiasts due to its unusual concept and gameplay, making it a nostalgic phenomenon. Pepsiman could return if Pepsi agrees. The story began when Pepsi’s official Twitter account asked […]

The visual novel developer Kotaro Uchikoshi, known for his work on titles like The Hundred Line and the Zero Escape series, recently expressed his interest in reviving a cult classic: Pepsiman. This video game, released in 1999, was never distributed outside of Japan, but despite its limited availability, it has gained a special status among retro video game enthusiasts due to its unusual concept and gameplay, making it a nostalgic phenomenon.

Pepsiman could return, if Pepsi agrees

The story began when Pepsi’s official account on Twitter asked its followers if they should create a new game based on Pepsiman, generating a great deal of engagement and response from the community. Many users recalled the game’s peculiarity, where the protagonist, dressed in a Pepsi suit, had to run through the streets dodging obstacles like giant cans while saving dehydrated citizens.

Uchikoshi, who was a 3D modeler on the original development team of Pepsiman, offered to connect Pepsi with his former colleagues in response to the post. However, his proposal has not received a response so far. Despite this, interest in Pepsiman has resurfaced, evidenced by the growing conversation and nostalgia surrounding the title, which has reached high prices in the collectibles market.

Since his work on Pepsiman, Uchikoshi has evolved as a developer, creating acclaimed titles that have made a mark in the video game industry. The possibility of a Pepsiman 2 is not completely ruled out, which has excited fans who dream of new adventures of the iconic hero. With the mix of nostalgia and the current relevance of the game, the future of Pepsiman could be brighter than many imagine.

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This video game has 100 different endings and its creator wants to add even more through DLC

The recent release of The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy has captured the attention of fans of visual novels and strategy RPGs, becoming a standout of the year, although still underestimated by many. Developed by Kazutaka Kodaka, known for his work on the Danganronpa series, and Kotaro Uchikoshi, the creator of Zero Escape, this game features a narrative where decisions have significant repercussions and offers around 100 different endings, encouraging players to explore its multiple paths. We knew that the creator of Danganronpa is made of different stuff, but not to this extent […]

The recent release of The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy has captured the attention of fans of visual novels and strategy RPGs, becoming a standout of the year, although still underestimated by many. Developed by Kazutaka Kodaka, known for his work on the Danganronpa series, and Kotaro Uchikoshi, the creator of Zero Escape, this game features a narrative where decisions have significant repercussions and offers around 100 different endings, encouraging players to explore its multiple paths.

We knew that the creator of Danganronpa is made of different stuff, but not this much

To date, the game has accumulated over 4,000 reviews on Steam, achieving a notable 89% positive ratings, positioning it as a candidate to become a cult classic. Despite this good reception, the development of the game has not been without difficulties. The size of the game led many countries to decide not to localize it, which in turn contributed to the debt accumulated by the developer, something that has not dampened Kodaka’s ambition.

In a message to followers, the director of the title noted that his team is working on fixes and improvements, in addition to planning the release of DLC that will include new routes. This ambition to expand the game’s content, despite economic challenges, reflects Kodaka’s passion for providing a richer and more extensive experience for players. With this, The Hundred Line not only strives to capitalize on its success but also seeks to grow and evolve in the competitive video game market.

With the release of future DLCs, many fans hope that the game will gain even more popularity and recognition. Meanwhile, The Hundred Line promises to remain a pillar in the genre, inviting players to immerse themselves in its complex plots and impactful decisions.

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