The sequel to Namco’s classic 1979 arcade oddity Bomb Bee has been released as this week’s Arcade Archives release, and yes, it looks every bit like the peculiar blend of Breakout meets pinball that fans remember. Gee Bee’s quirky arcade legacy Before Pac-Man and Galaxian, Namco kicked off its soloRead More →
The new Steam Machine has finally been confirmed by Valve, after much speculation. But will this “living room Steam Deck” be a good option for retro gamers? It was back in 2014 when I first felt that the idea of a Steam-based gaming PC was something I could get onRead More →
Retro-inspired puzzle-metroidvania Gigasword is officially out today on PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox, bringing its unique mix of environmental brainteasers and chunky sword-swinging combat to players everywhere. Developed by Studio Hybrid and published by Akupara Games, the adventure follows Ezra — humanity’s last hope — as he hauls theRead More →
This is a treat for classic arcade fans. Konami’s Galactic Warriors, originally launched in 1985, is the newest entry in the record-breaking Arcade Archives lineup, now available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms via Hamster Corporation. Regular readers will know I like to share my memories of these classicRead More →
Ziggurat Interactive and Strictly Limited Games are teaming up to give BloodRayne fans something they’ve been craving for years: the Definitive Collection, bundling all three of the iconic action-horror titles into one physical release for the first time. Set for Xbox Series, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 (along withRead More →
It turns out Atari 50 isn’t done celebrating just yet. The acclaimed Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration is getting a major content boost with new DLC, this time the Namco Legendary Pack, an expansion that dives deep into the shared history between Atari and Namco — two of the biggestRead More →
You can grab Tokyo Wars now on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and Xbox Series. Retro arcade fans, fire up your tanks — Namco’s 1996 armoured brawler Tokyo Wars has rolled back into action. Hamster Corporation is adding the classic to its Arcade Archives lineup, with launchesRead More →
Retro platforming fans, get ready to raid some ancient ruins — Montezuma’s Revenge – The 40th Anniversary Edition is officially swinging onto Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC on December 10, 2025. Originally released back in 1984, Montezuma’s Revenge is one of those classic names that pops up in conversationsRead More →
Another day, another pixel platformer — but this one looks like it might have a sense of humour about it. Croatian studio Hrtz Games and publisher Ocean Media have announced that their retro-styled action game Saving Princess of Mars lands on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch on NovemberRead More →
