Regular readers may recall that I’m a big fan of Turrican, the classic 1990 scrolling run-and-gun shooter for 8-bit and 16-bit systems. While I was blown away by the C64 version, the Amiga release is the one I really love.

I was similarly entranced by Worms 5 years later, but never dreamed I’d be looking forward to them being combined 3 decades later. (Yes, it has been that long.)

Read on to learn more about that, an update for the INSANE Iron Meat, and a new release of RPG classic FATE.

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Worms: The Director’s Cut to get Turrican level!

As previously reported, Worms creator Andy Davidson is working on a special Director’s Cut for the game, with a planned January 2025 release date.

Expected to feature various enhancements, we’ve learned in the past week that the game will feature a Turrican level, with the approval of Factor 5 (original developers of the Amiga and ST versions of the game). Given how Worms typically generates levels, there is a strong likelihood that your Turrican-based maps don’t look like this one:

At this time, there is no solid information on what other maps will be included in Worms: The Director’s Cut. There is also no information on price/distribution, although a 3.5 inch diskette would be nice…

Iron Meat gets supercharged with first major update!

Calling all meat-battling heroes! Retroware is firing up the excitement with the first major content update for their hit game, Iron Meat! This update, available now on all platforms, packs a punch of new features and improvements to keep you blasting through those meaty hordes.

Gear Up for Mirror Mode: Ever feel like things are getting a little stale? Mirror Mode throws a wild card into the mix by flipping the entire game on its axis! That’s right, you’ll be navigating levels and dodging enemies while running to the LEFT. This fresh perspective adds a whole new layer of challenge for seasoned players.

Supercharge Your Arsenal: Feeling underpowered? No worries! Picking up a third copy of the same weapon upgrade now unlocks Supercharge mode. This rapid-fire powerup turns your gun into a bullet-spewing beast, making mincemeat (pun intended) out of your enemies. Bullets fired in Supercharge mode are also colored red for an extra dose of visual flair.

Enhanced Visuals and More! The update doesn’t stop at gameplay – Iron Meat‘s environments are getting a visual upgrade as well. You’ll see new background details like exploding meteors and helicopter support in certain levels. Additionally, the default damage of the E, U, and M guns has been increased, offering a slight edge in combat.

The update also introduces a quality-of-life improvement: extra lives earned in one level now carry over to the next, as long as you finish with more lives than you started. This small change can make a big difference in your overall survival.

Iron Meat first entered development back in 2017. Here’s a video that charts the game’s evolution, from Contra-esque run-and-gun to the Meat-infested classic it became:

This update is just the beginning for Iron Meat. Retroware is committed to delivering even more exciting content in the future. Head over to the official Iron Meat website (ironmeat.com) to stay up-to-date on all things meaty and stay tuned for future announcements! You can also find details on the game’s Steam page.

FATE: Reawakened – 2005 dungeon crawler heads to consoles

The beloved FATE series is back and better than ever!

Publisher gamigo and developer Tableflip are thrilled to announce the launch of FATE: Reawakened, a full remaster of the original classic FATE series, coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.

Console players will have the opportunity to revisit the quaint town of Grove and embark on thrilling adventures through procedurally generated dungeons. Master powerful spells, battle fearsome creatures, and indulge in the relaxing pastime of fishing.

A modern FATE

FATE: Reawakened stays true to its roots while introducing stunning visual upgrades and expanded language support. The bundle includes the original game and its sequels: FATE: Undiscovered Realms, FATE: The Traitor Soul, and FATE: The Cursed King. PC players can also look forward to full controller support for the first time ever.

FATE is renowned as one of the pioneers of the ARPG genre, inspiring titles like Torchlight. Players can immerse themselves in epic quests, collect unique weapons, and learn powerful magic as they strive for glory and fame. FATE: Reawakened preserves the core elements of the original series while delivering a polished and modernized experience.

FATE: Reawakened boasts the following new features:

  • Visual Overhaul: Experience stunning graphics, improved lighting, and enhanced particle effects.

  • Expanded Content: Enjoy new badges, emoticons, profile backgrounds, and achievements.

  • Global Reach: Play in your preferred language with support for Spanish, German, French, Korean, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese.

  • Endless Exploration: Delve into procedurally generated dungeons filled with surprises.

  • Strategic Gameplay: Manage your economy, enchant equipment, and raise powerful pets.

FATE: Reawakened is coming soon to PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. PC players can wishlist the game on Steam now.

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Christian Cawley is a writer and editor who covers consumer electronics, IT, and entertainment media. He has written for publications such as Computer Weekly, Linux Format, MakeUseOf.com, and Tech Radar.

He also produces podcasts, has a cigar box guitar, and of course, loves retro gaming.

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