Jeff Minter’s I, Robot is a quirky and enjoyable remake of the long-lost 1984 Atari classic, where you battle against an evil sentient robot eye. Of course, the goal is to outwit and out-survive it across a series of grids, but that’s easier said than done. The game previously saw a digital release across all platforms. However, now it’s getting the physical treatment on PlayStation 5, thanks to Strictly Limited Games.
The game just went up for pre-order on the official Strictly Limited website, as part of a partnership deal with Atari. It’ll be limited to a mere 1,000 units, making it a very rare get for old-school fans. And as you can see, the physical design matches the dystopian approach of the game.
It notes that the game is in-stock, but you’d best hurry, as it’s not likely to last.
What Is I, Robot?
In I, Robot, you take control of an ox-headed robot on a mission to outwit the all-seeing eye. Each level challenges you to traverse floating tiles, flipping them to progress while carefully avoiding detection. Jump at the wrong moment and the ever-watchful eye will strike instantly.
As you advance, the gameplay evolves with high-speed tube-shooter bonus stages, where reflexes are pushed to the limit as you blast through waves of geometric enemies. The experience is wrapped in a kaleidoscopic visualizer, constantly shifting with dazzling colors and hypnotic patterns, all synchronized with procedurally generated music that intensifies as your score climbs.
Minter’s reinterpretation transforms the original concept into a sensory-driven arcade experience, blending precise gameplay with experimental design. For those looking to step away from the action, the “ungame” mode offers a creative playground where players can explore and manipulate the game’s audiovisual elements freely.
I, Robot Features
- 55 levels with a wide variety of challenges
- Unique tube-shooter bonus stages between each level
- Llamasoft’s signature mind-melting visual style
- Procedural music that evolves as you build your score
- Online leaderboards to compete for high-score supremacy
- PS VR2 compatible (optional – the game can be fully played without VR)
There’s no word if the game will come to other platforms yet, but who knows? This could very well be a test for future releases, so fingers crossed! Again, you can get the game here on the Strictly Limited Games website.
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