RELEASE DATE: AUGUST 25, 2026

A Home Computer Legend Returns

Originally released in 1992, Apidya became one of the most celebrated shoot ’em ups of its era thanks to its stunning visuals, unique insect-themed world, and unforgettable soundtrack. Now, Apidya' Special brings the classic back as a faithful 24-bit pixel remake, rebuilt from the ground up while staying true to the original experience.

Developed together with members of the original team and a devoted longtime fan turned developer, Apidya' Special combines original assets with all-new pixel art, additional sound effects, and exclusive music enhancements.

Featuring New Music by Chris Hülsbeck

Legendary composer Chris Hülsbeck returns with brand-new studio recordings of the iconic soundtrack, available alongside the original music that helped define the game.

Classic or Modern Presentation

Experience Apidya' Special in enhanced widescreen with new parallax effects or instantly switch to the original 4:3 presentation for an authentic 1992 experience. Optional CRT effects, including scanlines, shadow masks, and phosphor bloom, recreate the look and feel of classic displays.

Key Features

• Authentic 24-bit pixel remake built from scratch

• Developed with members of the original Apidya team

• Exclusive new studio soundtrack recordings by Chris Hülsbeck

• Switch between HD widescreen and classic 4:3 modes

• Optional CRT effects for authentic retro visuals

• Five unique worlds with hidden stages and secrets

• Twenty challenging boss encounters

• Randomized gameplay events, including Night Mode variations

• Local co-op mode with helper drone support

• Modern accessibility and difficulty options