Think the number of classic games you can play on current systems is good? Think again – we’re missing a lot of old titles. A recent study undertaken this month has highlighted the concerning ordeal of retro video games becoming increasingly difficult to obtain or access. We already know thatRead More →
A new retro puzzle game has made its way to a plethora of classic platforms. This block-matching, score-busting title provides that engaging challenge for the avid puzzle solver. Vexed created by Under4MHZ, responsible for Pillars and Pitman, has the following description on their itch.io page: “Vexed is an addictive puzzleRead More →
An ambitious programmer and graphic designer has demade CD-i game, Zelda’s Adventure, and made it playable on Game Boy. It’s a whole new way to experience a Zelda game that didn’t hit the limelight. Creator John Lay recreated the Philips Interactive Media title and it still plays in its top-downRead More →
The Game Boy and Game Boy Advance libraries for Nintendo Switch Online are continuing expansion later this year with announced game releases such as Pokémon Trading Card Game and Kirby’s Tilt ‘N’ Tumble. However, it looks like there may be more games on the way than expected. Nintendo had filedRead More →
Ninty Media’s Kickstarter Campaign for an unofficial companion book to the GameBoy smashed its goal of £15,000 in less than half a day! At the time of writing, the campaign has raised £23,457 with 25 days to go. It seems Ninty Media’s ‘GameBook: The Unofficial DMG Companion’ has struck aRead More →
It’s very honourable when independent developers continue the legacy of retro consoles and gaming by developing games for older systems. It’s a breath of fresh air for that system as well as staying true to that classic gaming feel. Just over a week ago, Flying Arrows 2: The Healer’s JourneyRead More →
A new Game Boy inspired RPG has landed on computer and mobile devices. The game known as RED takes the Game Boy style aesthetic, with elements of popular and classic RPGs and Adventure games. Developer DerpyDooDesigns have created a game that is “inspired by The Legend of Zelda, Stardew ValleyRead More →
Following the release of Game Boy games (as well as Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance titles) on Nintendo Switch this month, we’ve compiled a list of the games. So, if you enjoy playing 30 year old handheld games on a five year old handheld, this is the pageRead More →
A host of differences make Japan’s Game Boy Switch library an enticing but unlikely option… With the announcement of Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance libraries being added to Nintendo Switch Online, western audiences will finally be able to play their beloved retro favourites on Nintendo’s newestRead More →
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