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Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary

Gamescom goes Retro

Podcast: Does a retro-heavy Gamescom signal the end of AAA gaming?

2025-08-26
By: Christian Cawley
On: August 26, 2025
In: The Gaming Retro podcast

This week, Christian Cawley takes a look at the most retro-heavy Gamescom ever, along with some brand-new retro gaming releases and announcements. Our weekly podcast is a 30 minute-exploration of new retro gaming information, in a world where the retro titles somehow just keep coming. Whether retro hardware or retroRead More →

BOULDER DASH 40th Anniversary

Boulder Dash! 40th Anniversary Edition now available

2025-08-21
By: Christian Cawley
On: August 21, 2025
In: Retro games news

1985 8-bit classic Boulder Dash is now available to play on PlayStation, Xbox, PC and Mac, and coming to Nintendo Switch next week. Featuring 60 remastered levels from the original trilogy of games and new fan-created levels, Boulder Dash‘s 40th anniversary upgrade has been designed to pay tribute to theRead More →

Boulder Dash classic

Boulder Dash celebrates 40 years with a free demo ahead of the full game release

2025-06-10
By: Christian Cawley
On: June 10, 2025
In: Retro games news

BBG Entertainment is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary. This beloved 8-bit classic is making its triumphant return to modern platforms. To whet your appetite, a free demo version of Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary will be available on Steam for PC and Mac in DecemberRead More →

Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary

Chris Hülsbeck’s latest project will make Boulder Dash fans freak out!

2025-02-17
By: Gaming Retro Writer
On: February 17, 2025
In: Retro games news

Get ready to rock and roll, retro gaming fans! A legend in the video game music world, Chris Hülsbeck, is bringing his talents to the upcoming Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary edition! Yes, you read that right. The composer behind iconic soundtracks like The Giana Sisters, Turrican, and Star Wars RogueRead More →

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