HILADELPHIA – March 9, 2026 — Physical edition pre-orders for Prison City, Retroware’s explosive 8-bit love letter to the NES and classic action cinema, close on March 22 at Limited Run Games. Fans of physical media have just two weeks to secure a copy of the retro-styled action title, which first launched digitally in 2023 and has continued to evolve with new updates and community-driven improvements.
Priced at $34.99, both physical versions include the complete game on cartridge or disc, a reversible cover, and three collectible Crazy Caps.
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The game’s final update, Version 1.0.4.0, is the culmination of nearly three years of support from developer Retroware and Programancer, introducing significant enhancements, including:
- New mobility options, allowing Hal to jump mid-slide and attack while sliding
- New combat options, including a powerful Special Attack using his chakram, activated via directional input
- A remixed version of DCP Headquarters (DCP2), now available in two formats: COMPACT (default on Easy and Modern) and SPRAWLING (the original gauntlet for veteran players)
- New mini-game variants in Bomber Mode
- Numerous tweaks and bug fixes, plus streamlined input switching on any desired key or controller press
Inspired by Escape from New York and 8-bit classics like Shatterhand and Power Blade, Prison City throws players into the crime-infested city of Detroit after it’s been transformed into a sprawling mega-prison. When a group of Techno-Terrorists seizes control of the crumbling metropolis, ex-cop Hal Bruzer is called back from retirement by his mentor, “The Chief,” to bring them down and restore order—one chakram throw at a time.
Prison City is now available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
About Prison City: Developed by Programancer, the creator of The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-bit and The Transylvania Adventure of Simon Quest, Prison City is an action-packed side-scroller where players use chakrams and grenades to infiltrate eight security zones, defeat challenging bosses, and discover hidden upgrades. Equipped with a host of customization options, a “Boss Rush”, “Bomb Mode”, and a retro-themed soundtrack by Raddland Studios, Prison City is a modern retro homage to classic NES titles.
About Retroware: “We’re all about modern retro games. We develop, publish, make merch, and run arcades. Bringing you retro experiences with modern conveniences.”
