"It’s the game we wish had existed 40 years ago!" With this phrase, Time Extension perfectly summed up the excitement of fans when the news broke: the cult series Ulysses 31 is finally getting a video game adaptation. But be careful — this is not a AAA production or an official project from a major publisher. Instead, it’s the passionate work of an independent creator, Sequentia Soft (Fran Kapilla), who is developing a retro homage called Odyssey 31.

A project born of passion

Coming soon on Itch.io, Odyssey 31 is presented as a freeware game, designed for the ZX Spectrum. Far from being a strict adaptation of the 1981 French-Japanese animated series, it’s more of an original adventure, inspired both by the show’s universe and by classical Greek mythology.

Fran Kapilla emphasizes that the project is being developed non-commercially, purely for the enjoyment of fans and the preservation of the retro spirit. The game will combine 8-bit pixel art graphics with a choice-based adventure system, a style reminiscent of both 1980s home computers and the interactive stories of that era.

A retro adventure in the making

On its official page, Sequentia Soft explains that Odyssey 31 is still in development (work in progress), with a release planned for 2025. The project is moving forward step by step, and players who want to support the initiative can do so through a voluntary donation. A nice touch: contributors will have their name appear in the game as a thank-you.

The creator promises a story that respects the spirit of Ulysses 31, without directly copying the original plots. The idea remains that of a wandering hero, facing epic challenges in a universe halfway between mythology and science fiction.

A gem for retro fans

Time Extension points out how this project fits into a wider trend: bringing cult classics back to life through passionate fan-driven initiatives. For many players, it’s also the chance to relive the unique atmosphere of Ulysses 31, a series that left its mark on a whole generation with its unforgettable opening theme and bold blend of mythology and space opera.

While waiting for the release of Odyssey 31, curious fans can follow its development and eventually download it from the official page: Sequentia Soft – Odyssey 31. A great example of how, even four decades later, the journey of Ulysses continues to inspire.