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 →
I take a look at the Super Pocket TAITO edition, one of the first mini portable retro handhelds from Blaze Entertainment’s Evercade spin-off line. Console retro gaming on the go has evolved. Are you an Evercade fan exploring the range of portable options, or maybe you’re new to retro gamingRead More →
Super Pocket handhelds are ridiculously affordable, but what are they, what games can you get, and what cartridges do they support? In 2023, unknown company HyperMegaTech unveiled the Super Pocket TAITO Edition and Super Pocket Capcom Edition. These compact handhelds have a Game Boy-style form factor and are compatible withRead More →
Every review of Space Invaders starts off with a history of the “Mother of Video Gaming” which you’re probably bored of reading so let’s skip that and jump straight into Space Invaders Invincible Collection, a Nintendo Switch release that brings 10+1 games retro shooters from Taito together for £55. ChartingRead More →
Four Taito arcade classics are being bundled for release this year, including Operation Wolf and its sequel, Operation Thunderbolt. The 1980s compilation from Taito and M2 was initially planned to feature just two games, but reports indicate that the collection will now include four titles. The collection, as announced forRead More →
Remember the thrill of arcade halls, the hum of machines, and the intense competition for high scores? Thunder Fox, a classic action game from 1990 by TAITO, is ready to transport you back to that golden age of gaming. In Thunder Fox you take on the role of an eliteRead More →
A number of legendary arcade classics from Taito have been reissued over the past few years by the Arcade Archives. This is the third collection of those games, with 10 titles bursting to get out. As you may know, Arcade Archives releases include enhancements, such as visual tweaks for aRead More →
A review of Chase HQ 2 on the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive including a final verdict and score. The Chase HQ games found success in the arcades, and there have been multiple entries over the years. I’m reviewing Chase HQ 2 on the Sega Mega Drive, not to be confused with the 2007 arcade gameRead More →
Few gaming franchises on the planet can boast a legacy like Space Invaders, and the series has just celebrated its 45th anniversary. To mark the occasion, Taito and Square Enix have teamed up with Google to bring us Space Invaders: World Defence. This title is strictly for mobile platforms andRead More →
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