Tassei Denki, a leading international provider of gaming hardware, consumer technology and innovative accessories, today announced the launch of their Kickstarter campaign for the G‘AIM’E TIME CRISIS Lightgun, a new breed of hardware, designed to finally bring the classic fun and accuracy of arcade Lightgun games back to the home!
Combining state-of-the-art powered Lightgun technology with a simple plug-and-play mini-console, gamers can relive the thrills of the legendary TIME CRISIS game in the comfort of their own home, no matter what TV, monitor or display technology they are using!
Designed under license and supervision of Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. and multiple members of the original TIME CRISIS arcade team, the new G‘AIM’E TIME CRISIS Lightgun is released in time to celebrate the momentous 30th Anniversary of TIME CRISIS hitting the arcade, featuring the full arcade ROM for the ultimate in authenticity and realism. All that’s missing is the need to insert coins!
Tassei Denki, together with its group companies, have built a solid foundation in the development of gaming hardware, with over 100 million units manufactured for customers worldwide. The development of the G‘AIM’E TIME CRISIS Lightgun marks an exciting new chapter for the team, as they design, build and launch their own brand of hardware direct to consumers.
With the pre-launch Kickstarter page launching 20 days ago, more than 8500 gaming fans and arcade enthusiasts have already registered their enthusiasm for the project, eager for the Kickstarter to go live. With the Kickstarter campaign officially launching today, excitement continues to build as old and new Lightgun fans register their support for this groundbreaking new development.
As CRT TVs began to disappear from our lives, so did traditional Lightgun gaming, as the technology was very closely tied to the inner workings of the old-style televisions. Utilizing AI driven technology, Tassei Denki has created its own, custom hardware solution that utilizes a high-resolution camera in place of the traditional infrared technology used in Lightguns of the past. The G‘AIM’E Lightguns no longer require the time-consuming manual calibration that the older technology relied on to work – it simply calibrates itself as you play, allowing you to focus on what’s important – your gameplay! In addition, the powerful AI technology used in the Lightguns adapts to the gamers’ seating positions, allowing them to move and sit down while the Lightgun automatically adjusts. The Lightguns will even work accurately should a person or object move in front of the screen, learning and adapting to users’ TV setups, displays and distance away from the screen.
There are a number of Kickstarter backer tiers for those who wish to support the return of home Lightgun action!
Basic – Priced at 14,500 JPY
- G‘AIM’E Lightgun
- TV mini-console featuring TIME CRISIS
Premium – Priced at 19,800 JPY
- G‘AIM’E Lightgun
- TV mini-console featuring TIME CRISIS and three other Lightgun classics – POINT BLANK, STEEL GUNNER and STEEL GUNNER 2
- Pedal, for true arcade action
- Collectible TIME CRISIS Pin Badge
Ultimate – Priced at 29,700 JPY
- Two G‘AIM’E Lightguns so you can enjoy co-op gaming with friendly rivals
- TV mini-console featuring TIME CRISIS and three other Lightgun classics – POINT BLANK, STEEL GUNNER and STEEL GUNNER 2
- Pedal, for true arcade action
- Collectible TIME CRISIS Pin Badge
- Collectible TIME CRISIS Diorama Stand
- Type-C AC Power Adapter
*Global prices are in JPY.
In addition to these, all backers will receive an exclusive keychain featuring “G‘AIM’E and TIME CRISIS” as a bonus – but this offer is time-limited, so those keen to grab one need to be quick! The Lightguns will be available in Shadow Black color for Japan and Arcade Blue for the rest of the world.
Dr. Andrew Steel, CEO of Tassei Denki commented on the launch of the Kickstarter campaign, “We couldn’t be more excited to work with our patrons in launching our new project, designed to bring authentic arcade thrills back to the home, without the fuss, hardware and additional setup to enable Lightgun accessories to operate on modern displays. Like many others, our team misses the endless excitement of Lightgun games, and we believe that celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the iconic TIME CRISIS, is the ideal way to introduce our new hardware to our fellow gamers. We look forward to sharing more details soon and encourage the true fans who don’t want to miss out on our exclusive backer tiers to move fast with our Kickstarter campaign now live.”
The Kickstarter campaign page for G‘AIM’E is here.
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