Released in 1995, Virtual Hydlide is an action-adventure game for the Sega Saturn. It is a remake of the 1984 game Hydlide, updating the classic with 3D graphics and a more modernized action-RPG gameplay. Players take on the role of Jim, a young hero who must save a princess and defeat the evil demon Varalys. The game incorporates an overworld with diverse environments, dungeons to explore, and real-time combat. While it pioneered certain aspects of 3D game design, it was also criticized for its repetitive gameplay and technical issues.