Retro gaming-inspired games are everywhere these days, capitalizing on the wave of ’90s nostalgia that dominates much of today’s media. Many of these projects stand out for their raw passion, especially now, when few have the time or resources to invest in something that’s clearly not for profit. However, Elias Daler took it to the next level, crafting a game for the original PlayStation console, tackling hardware limitations, and revisiting classic game development methods.
Built with a custom engine and running on the DuckStation emulator, this game is still in its early development stages, based on Elias’ previous work, including the cat model and other placeholders. In the clip above, the developer showcased an improved NPC interaction system, drawing inspiration from…