Angry Video Game Nerd 8-bit Blasts onto Consoles and PC This October
He’s back to take you back to the past. The Angry Video Game Nerd is starring in a brand new, authentically 8-bit side-scrolling platformer set to launch on 23 October 2025. Developed by Mega Cat Studios, the game is also receiving a physical release for the original Nintendo Entertainment System.
The internet’s most famously furious gamer is returning to his roots in Angry Video Game Nerd 8-bit, a new side-scrolling action platformer scheduled for release on 23 October 2025. Publisher Retroware and developer Mega Cat Studios have confirmed the title will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam (€17.55).
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In a move that honours the Nerd’s legacy of torment from classic hardware, the game is not merely an 8-bit homage but is also receiving a physical cartridge version for the original Nintendo Entertainment System. This commitment to authenticity extends to its gameplay, which challenges players to run, jump, and shoot their way through a gauntlet of levels inspired by the Angry Video Game Nerd universe. Players can expect to face off against a host of familiar foes, from ghoulish reapers to mechanical skeletons, all culminating in boss battles against recognisable figures from the Nerd's past.
Physical editions for both modern consoles and the NES are being handled by specialists Limited Run Games, ensuring collectors have a chance to own a tangible piece of this retro-revival. A demo is currently available for PC, giving players an early taste of the pixelated punishment to come. The game is listed on Steam for $19.99 (Approx. £16 / €18 / $20, based on current exchange rates; check local retailers for exact pricing).
This new title aims to faithfully capture the spirit of the games the Nerd has spent years criticising, featuring challenging platforming, alternate routes, and a host of power-ups. With its launch just around the corner, fans will soon discover if it’s a retro masterpiece or another candidate for a foul-mouthed tirade.
