Gimmick! Legacy Collection includes not just one but two awesome platforming adventures for all fans of challenging, tight 2D experiences. Take the opportunity to buy them both at a price that will make all your friends Yumetaro-green with envy. (Or even better—tell your friends too!)

The original Gimmick! game was released for the Famicom™ in 1992. And it was way, way ahead of its time. The advanced game physics, the vibrant game world, the expressive main character, and the fantastic soundtrack have made the game both legendary and unique.

Unique, that is, until 2024! After 32 years of waiting, the sequel Gimmick! 2 has finally been released, building on everything that made the original game so great. Perfect controls, playful star physics, and incredible music (composed by veteran David Wise) are just a few of the things Gimmick! 2 brings to the table.

Both Gimmick! Special Edition and Gimmick! 2 are based on the same core principle: easy to learn but hard to master. Both games offer a serious challenge while being forgiving and fair at the same time. Gimmick! Special Edition has been equipped with modern quality-of-life features such as rewind and quick save, while Gimmick! 2 includes a convenient fast travel system and generously placed checkpoints.

Gimmick! Legacy Collection is yours for only $37.51 and is out NOW!

The adorable yokai Yumetaro returns in a platform game bursting with charm and challenge. Brimming with colorful new characters, candy-soaked landscapes, gamers are once again invited to embark on an unforgettable adventure utilizing a unique physics-based Star mechanic which will challenge seasoned platforming veterans, and delight novices thanks to a new easier mode for those who prefer a more relaxing adventure.

The original Gimmick! game was developed by SUNSOFT and released in 1992. It's been decades since gamers last experienced the tight platforming mechanics and fiendish challenge made famous by Gimmick!. The sequel is developed by the Swedish studio Bitwave Games. The fusion of Sweden and Japan shows with open fields inspired by Swedish Midsummer, and cold, icy mountains, while still staying true to the heritage of the original game.

Smooth controls and sharp level design are super important but few things are as crucial for a video game as its soundtrack. A major reason we still remember all those classics from the '80s and '90s with such fondness is their music. The all-new retro inspired soundtrack of Gimmick! 2 comes from the celebrated composer David Wise. He has been writing video game music since the ‘80s for games all over the world such as Donkey Kong Country, Yooka-Laylee, Battletoads, and Snake Rattle 'n' Roll .

Get ready to shoot for the stars and jump for joy!

The original Gimmick! game was released on January 31, 1992. That's over 32 years ago! To say the least, it's been a long journey between the original game and its sequel. But the wait is almost over. Today, we are thrilled to announce the release date for Gimmick! 2.

The game will be released on Steam on (drumroll, please) September 5, 2024! What an excellent start to the gaming autumn, right? Unlike the original game, which was only released in Japan and Scandinavia, the sequel will be released worldwide. Wherever you live, you and Yumetaro will be able to go on an adventure this September.

Stay tuned for more updates!

Hi everyone! We’ve got two exciting announcements that we’d love to share with you all today!

We’re happy to bring you the very first gameplay footage of Gimmick! 2. The team has been hard at work putting our new trailer together, and we hope you’ll like it as much as we do.

The gameplay in the trailer represents the first two levels of the game, showing open fields inspired by Swedish Midsummer, cold, icy mountains, and caves filled to the brim with hot and deadly lava.

There’s plenty more to come, and we can’t wait to share further details about the game, the world, and its dangerous inhabitants in the upcoming months.


Sure, smooth controls and sharp level design are super important. But few things are as crucial for a video game as its soundtrack. A major reason we still remember all those classics from the '80s and '90s with such fondness is their music. Fortunately, we have a true master on board for Gimmick! 2. Without further ado:

The composer behind the soundtrack for Yumetaro's latest game is none other than David Wise!

If you haven’t been sleeping in a hi-jinxed jungle for the last couple of decades, we’re talking about one of the most accomplished composers in the gaming world. He has been writing video game music since the '80s and is to thank for, among many others, the soundtracks of Donkey Kong Country, Yooka-Laylee, Battletoads, Snake Rattle 'n' Roll, and Diddy Kong Racing. Plus, he's a genuinely nice and warm-hearted person!

For Gimmick! 2, David has composed spirited new melodies and also fondly interpreted a couple of old classics. The soundtrack was creatively directed by Pelle Cahndlerby and recorded live in Sweden together with Joel Bille.

Wishlist Gimmick! 2 on Steam: http://s.team/a/2994880/

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The day has finally arrived! We are incredibly excited to reveal that Gimmick! 2 is on its way. This has been a long journey. The game has been in development for several years and has existed as a thought and dream since the '90s when the original Gimmick! was released. In fact, Niklas Istenes founded Bitwave Games specifically with Gimmick! 2 in mind. Now, the dream has become a reality!

Just like the first Gimmick!, it will be a journey full of challenging platform sequences, tricky star physics, hidden secrets, tough enemies, and absolutely fantastic music.

Over the coming months, we will share more about the game, what it has in common with its older sibling, and what has changed since the 8-bit days.

One thing we can promise though: if you liked Gimmick!, you will love Gimmick! 2. Make sure to follow us on social media @bitwavegames[www.x.com] @clearrivergames[www.x.com] for news on the game, when to wishlist, and more!

Welcome back, Yumetaro!

Hey all! Today we're updating Gimmick! Special Edition with a new version of the Scandinavian box art found in the Extras menu. This version replaces the placeholder art the game shipped with.

We'd like to thank you all for your feedback since the release last week. We're continuing to improve the game, and if you have any questions, drop a comment below or poke us on social media @bitwavegames.

Today, we're launching Gimmick! Special Edition! It's available on Nintendo eShop and revives an up until today hidden NES™ masterpiece! If you're looking for crisp pixels, a bopping soundtrack, and a stellar, physics-based platformer, you're in for a royal treat!

As the cuddly hero Yumetaro, you'll get to explore a physics-based platforming playground and use your star-shooting powers to solve tricky challenges with finesse! With the help of your fantastic star, you'll reach hidden spots, make frenemies, traverse cliffs, and pull off trick shots that'll surprise even the toughest baddies!

The original game was exclusive to Famicom™/NES™ in Japan and Scandinavia in the early '90s and is considered a hidden gem among retro enthusiasts. This Special Edition is updated with online leaderboards, achievements, time attack mode, save and quick load, rewind function, and a lovely gallery featuring the original game cartridges, artwork, and scanned manuals.

We hope the modern enhancements will make it accessible regardless of your age and experience. If you're up for a real challenge, head into "Serious Mode" to disable all quality-of-life features, and be sure to uncover all secret items if you're a completionist. There's a surprise in store if you do!

We'd love to hear about your adventures with Yumetaro, so please chat with us on Twitter @bitwavegames to share high scores and meet other gamers like you!

Happy gaming from all of us at Bitwave!

Folks, mark your calendars. Today we're thrilled to announce that Gimmick! Special Edition hits Steam on July 6th!

Gimmick! holds a special place in our hearts. It's an incredible physics-based game with astonishing graphics, which pushed the NES to its absolute limits. First launched in 1992 by SUNSOFT, Gimmick! only initially launched in Japan and Scandinavia and remains a highly sought-after title for retro gaming enthusiasts.

Gimmick! has been rejuvenated with the highest levels of care and authenticity, preserving the unmistakable finesse and gameplay which defines the game. For gamers new to this masterpiece, and those looking for a modern gaming experience, several quality-of-life improvements have been added which lovingly extends the appeal of the game.

Gimmick! Special Edition features Speed Run mode ideal for speedrunners who wish to show the world their skills. Alternatively, completionists can take their time and soak up their surroundings, hunting for secrets throughout the game and unlocking a surprise by finding every collectible the world of Gimmick! has to offer! For those craving a hard-core challenge, gamers can disable all quality-of-life features in Serious mode to crank up the challenge.

Achievements have been added so gamers can bask in their skills while showing off their high scores via the new Online Leaderboards. Platformer fans who find the world of Gimmick! too daunting to complete in a single sitting can save and reload their progress, rewinding the action to tame the more challenging sections of the game. With Gallery mode offering up a time capsule of box art, manuals, and cartridges, enthusiasts will surely fall in love with this hidden gem all over again!

We have something truly special that we're thrilled to share with you today. Are you ready? Sunsoft's cult classic Gimmick! is up for wishlisting!

Gimmick! was originally released on the NES in 1992 in Japan and Scandinavia. The game follows the story of a small green youkai named Yumetaro who's mistaken as a toy and then given as a birthday present to a young girl. One night, the girl gets kidnapped by her other toys who are jealous of Yumetaro, and brings her to the land of Gimmick! Your quest is to maneuver through a variety of levels and use your special star-shooting power to defeat enemies and save the day.

Gimmick! Special Edition includes brand new bonus features such as achievements, time attack mode, save, load, and rewind functions, a gallery mode, and more.