The terrifying 16-bit classic is now available in the West for the first time ever

Turn back the clock and experience a true pioneer of the survival-horror genre! In conjunction with Sunsoft, Capcom, and Limited Run Games, we are frighteningly excited to announce that Clock Tower: Rewind — an enhanced revival of the original 16-bit Clock Tower game — is now available digitally on Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Featuring the bone-chilling classic in its original form, along with numerous enhancements and extras, this haunting adventure is rated Teen by the ESRB and priced at $19.99. A blood-curdling new launch trailer can be seen here.

Featuring the original graphics, sound, and play mechanics of its revered 1995 release, and powered by Limited Run Games' Carbon Engine, Clock Tower: Rewind marks the first time this landmark horror title has been officially translated and made available outside of Japan. As teenage orphan Jennifer, you will find yourself trapped in the Barrows family manor, where you'll be pursued by Scissorman — a relentless, murderous, shears-wielding psychopath — as you explore the mansion, unravel its secrets, and attempt to escape with your life.

You can experience the adventure in both Original Mode, which is unchanged from the classic Super Famicom version, and Rewind Mode, which adds extra content, such as additional enemy encounters and new hiding spots, plus quality-of-life improvements. Both modes are playable in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, simplified Chinese, and Korean, as well as the original Japanese.

In addition to the game itself, Clock Tower: Rewind includes a crypt's worth of bonus features, including a new animated intro with vocal theme song performed by Mary Elizabeth McGlynn (Silent Hill series), ending vocal theme song performed by Emi Evans (NieR series), new music by composer Dale North, motion comics with voiceovers by Cat Protano, Jenny Yokobori, Suzi Hunter, and Gab Smolders, interview with creator Hifumi Kono, playable Japanese commercial demo, art gallery, border artwork, save states, rewind function, and a music player.

Since its origins in Japan nearly 30 years ago, Clock Tower has been frequently cited as one of the most influential games in the survival-horror genre, resulting in multiple sequels and spin-offs, and with the release of Clock Tower: Rewind, players worldwide will at last be able to discover its impact firsthand. For more information about Clock Tower: Rewind and other thrilling titles, please check out the rest of wayforward.com and follow @wayforward on social media.

Key Features:
•The survival-horror classic, Clock Tower, officially translated and brought out of Japan for the first time
•Choose from Original Mode or Rewind Mode, which features numerous gameplay additions and quality-of-life refinements
•Run, hide, and survive as you attempt to evade the psychotic Scissorman
•Atmospheric 2D art, detailed animations, and haunting sound effects augment the tense point-and-click gameplay
•Multiple endings and randomized gameplay elements maximize replayability (and jump scares)
•New animated opening, motion comics with VO, and vocal theme songs performed by Mary Elizabeth McGlynn and Emi Evans with music by Dale North
•Featuring an art gallery, music player, behind-the-scenes interview with creator Hifumi Kono, playable Japanese commercial demo, save states, and other modern inclusions

Summary:
Name: Clock Tower: Rewind
Publisher: WayForward
Developer: WayForward/Limited Run Games/Human Entertainment
Release Date: October 29, 2024
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC
Players: 1
Price: $19.99