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XeGrader for MSX2 mode

About this game

This mode aims to "bring the original experience directly to Steam" rather than creating a modern remake. It prioritizes preserving the original game's gameplay and atmosphere while leveraging the MSX2's unique expressive capabilities. It's perfect not only for those who played the MSX2 version of XeGrader, but also for anyone who wants to experience the colorful and musically rich XeGrader from the 1980s.

Overview

MSX2 mode is a Steam recreation of XeGrader, originally created for the second-generation MSX standard (MSX2) that appeared in 1985, while respecting the original specifications. Enjoy XeGrader with enhanced color and sound capabilities unique to the MSX2 generation.

Features

  • Graphics use the actual image data from the original MSX2 version of XeGrader

  • Screen resolution: 320×200 pixels, display mode compliant with SCREEN 5 (16 colors)

  • Sound features PSG 2-channel + hardware envelope sound generation

  • Gameplay is based on the MSX2 version with some modifications, including the addition of vampire monsters

  • Puzzles have also been adjusted from the original version

XeGrader for MSX2 mode

A faithful recreation of XeGrader originally created for the MSX2 in 1985. Features authentic 320×200 pixel 16-color graphics, PSG 2-channel + hardware envelope sound, and original image data from the MSX2 version in this retro action-adventure experience.

Developer

Tokihiro NAITO

Publisher

Tokihiro NAITO

Release Date

02 February, 2026

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