70s Style Robot Anime Geppy-X Review – Super Robot Nostalgia at Full Power

70s Style Robot Anime Geppy-X Review

70s Style Robot Anime Geppy-X is a blast from the past in more ways than one. But is this cult classic shoot ’em up still worth playing in 2026? Not every legend stands the test of time, but there’s still nothing quite like Geppy-X.

Originally published in 1999, this game was one of the most ambitious shooters of the era. It was also Japan-exclusive. And no wonder, because Geppy-X is a multimedia experience about a non-existent super robot show.

It’s a beautiful day and the Cosmic Demon Empire is trying to take over the world. The only thing that stands in its way are the giant robot Geppy-X and its three bickering pilots. Bold Kei, laid-back Jin, and overly energetic Riki didn’t exactly volunteer for this, but they also don’t really have a choice.

What follows is part parody of and part sincere tribute to the super robot shows of the 70s. From stock footage transformations to unnecessarily cool special attacks to human melodrama, it’s all here. And so is some stylish shooter gameplay.

Super Fighting Robot

70s Style Robot Anime Geppy-X is a tie-in game for a 70s mecha show that doesn’t exist. For a very specific type of person, this title is a dream come true.

Players are tasked with clearing two levels and two bosses per episode. Each advance through the gameplay affects the show within the game. One decision halfway through changes the direction of the anime and locks onto one of three routes.

Geppy-X draws from 70s classics like Mazinger Z, UFO Robo Grendizer, and especially Getter Robo. Each episode features opening and ending credits, pixel art CGs, and fully-animated cutscenes of important moments. There are even commercials for non-existent merch.

These cutscenes are lovingly remastered from the preserved Betacam originals. However, players can choose to use those original visuals instead.

70s Style Robot Anime Geppy-X is Still a Blast

70s Style Robot Anime Geppy-X is a shoot ‘em up about piloting a transforming super robot. The titular Geppy-X is a mecha composed of three small jets. Combining them in different orders changes the mecha’s form.

Each form has its own chargeable attacks and special. X1 is a solid all-arounder, X2 is a speedy ranged fighter, and X3 is a high-risk melee combatant. Their upgraded forms compensate for some of their weaknesses.

Your robot has limited health and you won’t earn power-ups by tanking bullets. However, Geppy-X only takes damage when hit in the head and body area.

Transforming is a free action. There’s i-frames as you transition between forms, so master rapid changes as a dodge.

The game offers three difficulty modes: Easy, Normal, and Hard. This isn’t a terribly difficult shoot ‘em up on any difficulty.

New Decade, New Features

70s Style Robot Anime Geppy-X is incredibly committed to its bit. And like many classic 70s robot anime, it’s a retro visual and auditory delight. Geppy-X features sprite graphics, 3D cutscenes, and, of course, the game’s primary selling point: fully animated sequences straight out of a retro anime.

The character designs are clear references to super robots in general and Getter Robo in particular. The choice to bring in three female characters with their own striking designs was a good one. And the rock soundtrack is fantastic. Extremely entertaining to listen to, and even more entertaining to blast enemies to.

The core game is relatively short, but there are a lot of extra modes featuring new robots, a boss rush, and even a ‘dub’ version that changes the setting to New York. Between that, the alternate routes, and unlockable special cutscenes, there’s a fair amount of replay value here.

This title features a digital manual. Reference it for the extra modes, as the extra mecha have their own control schemes. There’s no English voice acting, but the Japanese voice acting is great.

All in all, 70s Style Robot Anime Geppy-X is a very cheesy game. However, it’s also fun as hell. Every time the vocals on a boss theme kick in, my heart starts thumping. If you’re a fan of mecha or shooters, definitely check it out.

***Steam code provided by the publisher***