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After waking with no memories, Conrad runs, rolls and shoots through a sci-fi side-scrolling adventure against alien threats.
Released 01 Oct 2013
Roll And Shoot
Explore Space Stations
Upgrade Weapons
20 years after the original game’s launch, Conrad is enlisted back to active service for the triumphant return of one of the most acclaimed franchises in gaming history.It’s not a reboot. It’s Flashback re-imagined.
Published by Ubisoft









Conrad returns to active service in a science-fiction story that begins with him waking without his memories. He confronts alien threats and a conspiracy as he tries to make sense of his situation.
Play as Conrad in a side-scrolling action adventure, moving through futuristic locations, jumping across hazards, rolling to evade danger and shooting enemies. The journey includes remote space stations and hostile alien environments.
Gadgets and an experience system add to the core action, with experience used to improve weapons and health. Optional timed virtual challenges pit Conrad against waves of enemies, and the original game is also available from the menu.
Players who enjoyed the game often praised its updated visuals, retro atmosphere and faithfulness to the original, with some also liking the story and variety. Others found the remake’s gameplay underwhelming, and several reviews report bugs, crashes or checkpoint and save problems.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Controller required | No |
| Demo | View demo on Steam |
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| Website | Official website |