The retro gaming scene is no stranger to titles that wear their influences on their sleeve. Retroware and Zenovia Interactive’s upcoming Neon Inferno is no exception, drawing clear inspiration from genre stalwarts like Contra and Wild Guns. However, the question remains: does it bring enough new to the table toRead More →
Great news — I’ve just received my review copy of X-Out – Resurfaced, a current gen revival of the Amiga classic, X-Out. I can’t say too much until after release, but it is everything I hoped it would be. First released in 1989 on the C64, then in 1990 onRead More →
Publishers of some of the best retro gaming books around, Bitmap Books, have announced a selection of reprinted volumes are in preparation. Heading back onto the virtual shelves of their online store this May are: Reprints coming in May 📖 🎲 A Guide to Japanese Role-Playing Games🎮 Game Boy: TheRead More →
Remember I, Robot? Not the Will Smith movie, or even thr Isaac Asimov tale. No, we mean the 1984 arcade game where you played a rebellious robot taking on a surveillance state. Well, it’s back, and it’s bringing some serious visual firepower, thanks to games industry legend Jeff Minter. This isn’t justRead More →
Retro gaming fans take note! QUByte Interactive has announced the release date for their revival of the N64 platformer, Glover. This unique adventure arrives on February 27th for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Originally released in the late 90s, Glover has since foundRead More →
Retro gaming fans, prepare to dust off your joysticks! Blaze Entertainment has just announced Atari Arcade 2, a new cartridge for the Evercade system that promises to deliver a potent dose of arcade nostalgia. Set for release in April 2025, this collection isn’t just a rehash of familiar favorites; it’sRead More →
Roses are red, violets are blue, SHODAN’s back, and she’s coming for you! Prepare for a nostalgia trip laced with terror, because Nightdive Studios just announced a major update to their System Shock 2 Enhanced Edition. Get ready for System Shock® 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster! Yes, you read that right.Read More →
Get ready to dive headfirst into a world of demons, angels, and twisted love stories! à la mode games, in partnership with Akupara Games, is bringing their critically acclaimed retro survival horror, Sorry We’re Closed, to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S on MarchRead More →
Get ready to raid some tombs! Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics have unleashed Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered on all current gen systems. This collection brings three iconic Lara Croft adventures into the modern era with enhanced visuals, updated controls, and a host of exciting new features. Following the release announcement, thisRead More →
