Sega's forgotten mascot, Alex Kidd is returning with a remake

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX

A legend returns in stunning new detail with Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX! Fire up your power bracelet and relive a platforming classic alongside new modes, levels and features!

Back when Sonic was just a twinkle in Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle’s eye, Sega’s jumpy mascot was a squat lad named Alex Kidd. Then the 90s came roaring in with their rude ‘tude, the Mega Drive launched with controllers shaped like throwing weapons, and the little boy was just not cool enough. Poor lad. If you feel he was done a great injustice, you might be thrilled to hear that his greatest adventure is being remade as Alex Kidd In Miracle World DX. Announced today, it’s coming next year, and you can see it below right now.

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