Microids has signed a publishing agreement with Japanese animation studio TMS Entertainment to produce a video game based on the manga and anime series Space Adventure Cobra. It is currently in pre-production for consoles and PC. Specific consoles were not announced.
Here is a brief overview of the game and series, via Microids:
Video Game
The video game provides players the opportunity to step into Cobra’s shoes as the famous galactic bounty hunter, in a futuristic and colorful universe.
Original Work
Created in 1978, the cult manga Cobra has fascinated many generations of fans with its complex plot known for its many twists and turns. With his legendary Psycho Gun attached to his left arm, and his iconic partnership with Lady, the notorious space pirate Cobra has captivated audiences for decades.
“We are extremely excited to work on this adaptation of Space Adventure Cobra, a legendary anime which has inspired a whole generation of fans,” said Microids CEO Stephane Longeard in a press release. “We are committed to respecting the universe and characters created by Buichi Terasawa, while providing an immersive gameplay experience, faithful to the spirit of the anime series. The Cobra game promises to be a great adventure for fans and gamers looking for a rich and compelling universe.”
TMS Entertainment CEO Tadashi Takezaki added, “We were very impressed with the passion and professionalism of the Microids team, and we are confident that Cobra fans will be thrilled with the new video game. We are looking forward to the final product, which promises to delight the fans.”