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Alex Kidd in miraculous return on Switch

Having enjoyed the revamp of Wonder Boy, it was only a matter of time before another retro product get a makeover. Enter Alex Kidd In Miracle World DX landing on the Switch in early 2021 thanks to Merge Games.


A remake of the 1986 Master System title, it does the retro-modern graphics option, adds in some new gameplay tweaks and play modes including Classic and Boss Rush with new Boss Battles and updated music.



  • A Legend Reborn – Dive into a stunning recreation of Alex Kidd in Miracle World with striking new art and tighter, more fluid controls.
  • New Modes – New modes such including ‘Classic Mode’ and ‘Boss Rush Mode’ will be available for players alongside the standard game. 
  • New Levels – Experience new levels which expand the lore of the original and feature new enemy types and vehicles 
  • Alternative Boss Fights – New and improved boss fight mechanics with more intuitive combat. 
  • Classic Mode – Experience the original game with boss fights, dialogue, levels and functions the same as the original Master System version. 
  • New and remastered music - A wide array of reimagined music tracks as well as remastered tracks from the original classic game!

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