Viewpoint 2064 (found build of unreleased Nintendo 64 shoot 'em up game; 1999)
Status: Partly Found
Viewpoint 2064 was a planned sequel to the game Viewpoint and would have been released on the Nintnedo 64. Viewpoint 2064 would The game would have been published by Sammy Corperation.
Development
After porting the original Viewpoint to the Sega Saturn and PlayStation, Sammy Corporation began work on a sequel to the Viewpoint for the Nintendo 64.[1] Viewpoint 2064 was shown off at Nintendo Space World 1999 and was teased throughout the year 2000, but never made it to store shelves.[2] No official reason for has been given for the cancellation of Viewpoint 2064, but many speculate that it was due the game coming out late into the Nintendo 64's lifespan.
Gameplay
In September of 2015, a prototype of Viewpoint 2064 was listed on eBay for $3000. A YouTuber by the name of Rama Shotton later uploaded seven minutes of gameplay from the prototype.[3] Though the prototype cartridge is Japanese, the game's title screen is in English. The player has the option to set the difficulty of the game from either normal or hard. Four modes are also possible. The player could also play in the classic mode or play from behind the ship. Viewpoint 2064 looked similar to Star Fox 64.
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References
- ↑ Unseen64 article on Viewpoint 2064 Retrieved 30 Mar '18
- ↑ Retro collect article that claims Viewpoint 2064 was shown off at Space World 1999 Retrieved 30 Mar '18
- ↑ Dan of Geek article on Viewpoint 2064 Retrieved 30 Mar '18