Chaotic Crazy Castle is a charming little Amiga 500 game, inspired by Manic Miner and Jet Set Willy, and I’m already addicted. The inspiration for this game is squarely in the lineage of classic, single-screen platforming—a genre that demands precision and memorization. The core gameplay is inspired by the greatRead More →
Now this is a very cool idea. Solo developer Payne Robinson is dropping Execute onto Steam in November, and while the goal—wiping out the world’s 8 billion people—is pure, dark satire, the interface is what caught my eye. This game doesn’t just borrow an aesthetic; it’s set entirely on aRead More →
Here’s some excellent news for fans of classic adventure games: Microids has just unveiled the story trailer for Syberia Remastered, confirming the game will launch on November 6, 2025. For many of us, the original Syberia—the first game in Benoît Sokal’s acclaimed series—is an iconic piece of gaming history. ItsRead More →
So, I spent last Saturdat at PLAY Expo Blackpool and that is the main subject of this week’s episode. I cover everything from the journey and motorway services to the weather…. And of course, the event itself, who I saw, and, importantly, the games I checked out and played. ShownotesRead More →
Does your heart still yearn for that uniquely desolate atmosphere pioneered by games like King’s Field? Well then, pay attention: a new dark fantasy RPG called Verho – Curse of Faces could be about to fill that void. Developed by Kasur Games and published by CobraTekku Games, it promises mercilessRead More →
Now this is how you run a Kickstarter. The campaign for the 2026 annuals covering legendary magazines like ZZAP! 64 and CRASH didn’t just meet its £15,000 target—it absolutely smashed it, and with 18 days left to go! Clearly, the passion for these classic 8-bit magazines is alive and well.Read More →
Fantastic news for anyone who spent their formative years glued to the gorgeous worlds of 16-bit adventures—we’re talking the absolute classics like Chrono Trigger and A Link to the Past. That era was defined by deep stories and beautiful sprite work, and now a new contender is poking fun atRead More →
I don’t know about you, but my retro collection is less like a hobby and more a carefully managed obsession. Looking for a particular game is often stressful, even if you enjoy the thrill of the chase. Tracking sales across a dozen sites, trying to figure out if a rareRead More →
Stop the presses! This is absolutely massive news for anyone who remembers staying up way too late staring at a green screen, desperate to find the next wonderkid and finance them with a cheeky sale. For us who were utterly obsessed with the 97/98 edition of Championship Manager, this isRead More →
