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Developer
Tomcat System
A Japanese video game developer active in the 1990s and 2000s, known for Itadaki Street 2 and console ports of Maxis simulation games.
Simulation
Educational
Action
Strategy
Tactics
About
Tomcat System was a Japanese game development studio recognized for porting Maxis simulation titles like SimEarth and SimAnt to home consoles. They developed the highly regarded board game sequel Itadaki Street 2 for the Super Famicom, as well as the unique action game Gekibo: Gekisha Boy. The developer also contributed to various budget titles within the Simple 1500 and Simple 2000 series.
Collaborating with publishers like Enix and Hudson Soft, the developer specialized in adapting complex simulation and strategy mechanics for Japanese console audiences. Their 1991 Super Famicom adaptation of SimEarth and the subsequent 1993 PC Engine release SimEarth: The Living Planet demonstrated their ability to optimize intricate PC interfaces for gamepad controllers. This expertise carried over to the 1993 console version of SimAnt.
In the same era, the studio diversified into action and puzzle genres. They developed Sanrio World Smash Ball in 1993, a competitive sports game utilizing licensed Sanrio characters. Their work on Itadaki Street 2 in 1994 refined the franchise's economic board game design, introducing features that became staples for future Enix releases. For the PC Engine, Gekibo: Gekisha Boy showcased their capacity for quirky, original intellectual properties. As the gaming landscape transitioned to 3D, the studio adapted by producing niche software for the Simple 1500 Series and Simple 2000 Series, maintaining a steady output of budget-priced titles across various genres.
Key People
Ryōichi Ōkubo
Founder
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