In a nostalgic treat for fans, Samurai Pizza Cats is coming back with a brand-new video game, Samurai Pizza Cats: Blast from the Past. Announced to celebrate the anime’s 35th anniversary, the game is currently in development for all major platforms and features a faithful recreation of the show’s iconic cel animation style.
A Nostalgic Comeback
The original anime, Kyatto Ninden Teyandee, first aired in Japan on February 1, 1990, before gaining a cult following worldwide as Samurai Pizza Cats. The action-comedy series, set in the futuristic city of Edoropolis, follows the adventures of robotic feline warriors who protect their home while running a pizza shop.
2D Action RPG Gameplay
Developed by Dutch studio BLAST ZERO (Jitsu Squad), with publishing handled by Red Dunes Games, Blast from the Past is a 2D action RPG that lets players control the Pizza Cats, switching between characters to utilize their unique abilities in battle and puzzle-solving.
The Original Voice Cast Returns
One of the biggest surprises is the reunion of both the English and Japanese voice casts, bringing back the original actors who made the series a fan favorite.
English Cast
- Rick Jones as Speedy Cerviche
- Sonja Ball as Polly Esther
- Terrence Scammell as Guido Anchovy & Narrator
- Dean Hagopian as Seymour “The Big Cheese”
Japanese Cast
- Kappei Yamaguchi as Yattarou
- Ai Orikasa as Pururun
- Ikuya Sawaki as Kitsunezuka Ko’on-no-Kami
- Naoki Tatsuta as Karasu Gennarisai
- Kenyu Horiuchi as Narrator
- Seiichirō Yamashita as Sukashii (taking over from Jurota Kosugi)
A Special Message from the Cast
Kappei Yamaguchi, who voices the main character Yattarou, shared his excitement:
“When I first heard about the game, I was absolutely thrilled, and now that it has become a reality, I couldn’t be happier. The love and dedication from the Dutch development team truly shine through.”
Similarly, Ai Orikasa (Pururun) was moved by the project:
“Even after 35 years, this series remains as vibrant as ever in my heart. The moment I stepped into the studio with Kappei-san and the rest of the team, Pururun’s lines just came naturally.”
Coming Soon
While Samurai Pizza Cats: Blast from the Past is still in early development, the announcement trailer gives fans a first look at the game’s art style and gameplay. More details, including a release date, are expected in the coming months.
Stay tuned for updates as this nostalgic action RPG prepares to bring the Samurai Pizza Cats back into action.
