To say that virtual reality (VR) videogame Pixel Ripped 1989 has had a rocky development might be a bit of an understatement, but for fans of the title the end is almost near. Having gone quiet in 2016, developer Ana Ribeiro announced a new partnership with Brazilian VR studio ARVORE in September 2017 to bring the project back on track. Today, they’ve revealed that Pixel Ripped 1989 will finally see the light of day in May, supporting PlayStation VR, Oculus Rift and HTC Vive.
Pixel Ripped 1989 has gained a loyal following due to its core gameplay idea. Much like Ready Player One, Pixel Ripped 1989 is a homage to all things retro, especially the 80’s and the early days of videogames. You play the role of Nicola, a second-grade student who just wants to play her favourite game without being caught by the teacher.
Pixel Ripped 1989 is scheduled to launch on PlayStation VR, Oculus Rift and HTC Vive on 22nd May, 2018. If successful, there are plans to make future installments of the title spanning videogame industry history.
