Retro-style games rarely work for me unless I can see it working on a classic platform, and Void Prison falls in that category. While it would have been difficult to achieve — it’s a twin stick shooter — Void Prison nevertheless has a vibe of Exodus (Firebird, 1984) along withRead More →
There’s an Arcade Archives sale on right now, giving you some arcade classics for a tidy discount. Are you looking for a way to save money building your retro game library? Well, if you have a PlayStation 4 or a Nintendo Switch, you could be in luck. The Arcade ArchivesRead More →
The Arcade Archives library of classic re-releases for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 continues this week with Ryukyu, a largely-forgotten (in the UK, at least) arcade card game. It was originally released in 1990 by Success, a company better known for the Cotton games. What do you do in Ryukyu?Read More →
First released for the original PlayStation back in 2003, Battle Engine Aquila is an action combat game, reminiscent of a sci-fi flight sim or tank game. This is mainly due to the eponymous craft being suitable for land and air warfare. This isn’t a title I was previously familiar with,Read More →
Smash hell out of your loved ones with Capcom Fighting Collection 2 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One… The imaginatively titles Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is now out, and physical copies for Nintendo Switch and PS4 will include an original Capcom vs. SNK comic (limited numbers, soRead More →
Get ready for a dose of 90s arcade action with this reissue of NAMCO’s classic 1994 shooter, NebulasRay. Thanks to the Arcade Archives, it is coming to modern platforms today! Prepare to join the ranks of the Resistance Army and take the fight to the oppressive Unified Forces in thisRead More →
Fans of classic arcade shoot ’em ups will soon have a chance to revisit some notable titles. TATSUJIN, a company with ties to the original arcade developer Toaplan, has announced the upcoming release of two collections, Toaplan Arcade Shoot ’em up Collection Vol 1 and Vol 2, scheduled for AugustRead More →
Retro gaming fans, get ready to mark your calendars! A delightful double pack of platforming goodness is heading to current generation consoles, promising a charming blend of familiar fun and exciting new adventures. Prepare for the arrival of Parasol Superstars, a collection that brings together a beloved classic with aRead More →
The legendary Yuzo Koshiro, the musical genius behind iconic soundtracks like Streets of Rage, ActRaiser, and Shinobi, is back with a brand new 16-bit shoot ’em up called Earthion! UPDATE: The game is now available to order from Limited Run Games. Announced today by the awesome folks at Limited RunRead More →
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