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Welcome to B.A.T. Universe

B.A.T. — A Cyberpunk Classic Reimagined by Its Creators

B.A.T. (Bureau des Affaires Temporelles) is a cult retro-cyberpunk RPG video game, blending RPG and adventure, released in 1989. Its creators are now bringing it back: the new B.A.T. revives this unique sci-fi universe. BatUniverse is your official source to follow development.

B.A.T. is an independent production. Ubisoft is not its publisher.

The new B.A.T. is coordinated by Hervé Lange and Olivier Cordoleani, co-creators of the original game. The 1989 B.A.T. was developed by Computer's Dream and published by Ubi Soft, on Atari ST, Oric Atmos, Amiga, PC (VGA) and Amstrad.

Dive into the city of Terrapolis, explore its districts, talk with its inhabitants through brand-new systems, and discover a reinvented art direction. The original game defined a generation — the new B.A.T. aims to define another.

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Frequently asked questions

What is B.A.T.?

B.A.T. (Bureau des Affaires Temporelles) is a retro-cyberpunk RPG video game, blending RPG and adventure, released in 1989. Two of its co-creators, Hervé Lange and Olivier Cordoleani, are preparing a new, reforged B.A.T.. The player is a secret agent of the B.A.T., on the planet Selenia, in the city of Terrapolis.

Who is making the new B.A.T.?

Hervé Lange and Olivier Cordoleani, co-creators of the 1989 B.A.T. They coordinate the new game with a new multi-generational team.

Is Ubisoft the publisher of the new B.A.T.?

No. B.A.T. is an independent production. Ubisoft is not its publisher: Ubi Soft published the original 1989 game only.

On which platform and when will it be released?

The new B.A.T. is in development for PC. No release date has been announced.

Which machines was the 1989 B.A.T. released on?

Atari ST, Oric Atmos, Amiga, PC (VGA) and Amstrad. It was developed by Computer's Dream and published by Ubi Soft.

Is B.A.T. related to British American Tobacco?

No. B.A.T. is a video game; its name stands for "Bureau des Affaires Temporelles" (Bureau of Temporal Affairs).

How can I follow the project or give feedback?

Through the community survey, the contact form on this page and the website of Olivier Cordoleani, art director.

Glossary

B.A.T. (Bureau des Affaires Temporelles)
The agency the player serves as a secret agent.
Selenia
The planet where the game takes place.
Terrapolis
The city on Selenia the player will explore, with its districts and inhabitants.
BOB
The computer implanted in the agent's left forearm, carried over from the 1989 game. It will show the agent's status and objectives, and comment on the action.
Le CUBE
A holographic interface projected from the agent's palm, through which the agent will act on the world. Distinct from BOB.
Attitude et Humeur
The two axes that will set how each inhabitant reacts in dialogue.