Apidya’ Special – Out Now!
ININ Games launches the digital remake of the beloved Amiga shoot 'em up on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch
Apidya' Special is available now, digitally, on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. The modern remake of the classic Amiga shoot-'em-up, developed by Team Apidya, brings the legendary insect-themed action to modern platforms.
If you already experienced this eye-catchy insect-themed fantasy world, it's time to jump back in to feel the nostalgia! And if you're never picked up a controller for Apidya before, there's never been the better moment to find out why fans have kept talking about this soundtrack and everything for over three decades.
Get It Now on All Platforms
PC — available on Steam
Nintendo Switch — available via eShop EU and eShop North America
Xbox — available on the Xbox Store
PlayStation 5 — available on the PlayStation Store
Check out the Trailer: A Closer Look at What's New
To celebrate the digital launch, we've released a new trailer showing off game features like Two Visual Modes and Co-op Mode! Check it out before you dive in the insect themed world of Apidya!
Come Say Hi at Gamescom 2026
Launch week overlaps with one of the biggest events on the gaming calendar. Team Apidya will be at Gamescom 2026, running August 26–30 at Koelnmesse in Cologne, to celebrate the launch in person with fans.
Find us in the retro area: Hall 10.2, Booth 6-8 for the entire show. Stop by to say hi, chat with the team, and grab some small goodies while supplies last.
What Makes Apidya' Special... Special
Apidya' Special launches digitally on August 25, 2026, on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
- Authentic Remake — Completely rebuilt from scratch. No emulation, no shortcuts.
- Two Visual Modes — Switch freely between modern HD widescreen and the original 4:3 home computer presentation.
- Exclusive Chris Hülsbeck OST — Two CDs featuring the original soundtrack, new studio recordings, and the original Amiga tracks that made Apidya's audio legendary in the first place.
- Retro Visual Effects — Optional CRT shaders, bloom, and scanline simulation for that authentic feel.
- First Time to Public — Enhanced graphics originally designed for an unreleased console version, available for the very first time.
- Expanded Worlds — 5 richly themed worlds (Meadow, Pond, Sewers, Cyber, Lair), up to 5 levels each, 20 unique bosses, and hidden special stages.
- Fresh Surprises — Randomized events like "Night Mode," complete with new enemy sprites to keep every run unpredictable.
- Co-op Mode — Grab a friend. Player two takes control of a fully featured bee with its own unique weapons.
- Accessibility Options — Modernized difficulty settings that make the game welcoming for newcomers and veterans alike (yes, even the original devs approve).
Play It Today
Apidya' Special is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. Grab your copy on Steam, the Xbox Store, PlayStation Store, or Nintendo eShop..
A Note on Physical Editions
We know many of you are looking forward to the Limited and Special Editions of Apidya' Special. We've been working on finalizing the physical production and are targeting a winter release.
We sincerely apologize for the delay. We'll share an update on the production schedule as soon as we have more details. Thanks for your patience and understanding.
See you in Cologne — and see you in the Meadow. 🐝
For more updates, visit ININ.COM
