Terminator 2D No Fate: 5 Minutes of Chunky Pixels, Yet a Modern Run ‘n’ Gun

Launched back in February, the upcoming game Terminator 2D No Fate has stirred up some real buzz. The first trailer racked up over a million views just on PlayStation alone! Bitmap Bureau, known for their neo-retro hits Xeno Crisis and Final Vendetta, is behind this project. At the reins, we’ve got Mike Tucker – a diehard fan of old-school run ‘n’ gun games who’s ready to make bullets fly in the remnants of Last Judgment’s ashes. No wonder it’s looking like Contra, Shinobi, or Metal Slug! And if the hype from the trailer was high, the gameplay footage narrated by Mike himself takes things to another level. Here’s 5 minutes of pixelated goodness – a modern take on the run ‘n’ gun genre!

In this badass game, you come face-to-pixel with John Connor, agile, tense, blasting in all directions, and able to duck behind props, climb ladders, stop for shootouts, slide on the ground, do rolls – he’s got it all! The camera shakes with every hit, sound effects punctuate the action, but that ain’t all. Phases of gameplay where you play as Sarah Connor sneaking into Cyberdyne show she doesn’t have John’s arsenal, but she can deal some serious close-quarters damage and does a wicked Shinobi-style slide, hinting at an asymmetrical gaming experience. Cars will also be part of the action, with a confirmed highway sequence probably referencing the iconic chase from Terminator 2, keeping things fast without losing the game’s frantic feel. The developers even slipped in some cool easter eggs for fans, including direct references to Terminator 2 Judgement Day arcade machines. Arriving on September 5, 2025, on PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Series X|S, and PC, Terminator 2D No Fate will be available digitally but also in a limited physical edition via Reef Direct. Announced last February, this project has sparked major interest with over 1.2 million views on the PlayStation channel. Bitmap Bureau, known for Xeno Crisis and Final Vendetta, two neo-retro titles that are tough yet respectful, is behind this project. Mike Tucker, a run’n’gun games expert, leads this game inspired by classics like Contra, Shinobi, or Metal Slug. The trailer has generated loads of hype, and a commented gameplay clip by Mike Tucker promises even more epicness as he pushes the envelope to create the game.

If you’re craving more of the pixelated retro action, don’t miss out on our latest piece where we dive deep into “Terminator 2D No Fate” by Bitmap Bureau. Ahmed Hassan’s insightful article from February 28 delves into how this game isn’t just a throwback to classic run ‘n’ gun titles but also an intricate narrative experience with multiple characters and diverse gameplay modes. From the first trailer to behind-the-scenes footage, it’s clear that Terminator 2D No Fate is shaping up to be a must-play for fans of both retro and modern gaming styles. Check out all the details Terminator 2D No Fate: A Retro Game with 90s-Style Pixels, First Trailer and Behind-the-Scenes Footage!