Tag: Retro Gaming
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Screamer, Classic ’90s PC Racing Game, Returns by Unleashed Creators
In the midst of the mid ’90s, a title claimed the loyalty of countless PC racing game enthusiasts, it was the acclaimed game known as Screamer. A sequel was introduced a few years later, but the storyline subsequently went dormant. Surprisingly, in the present times, it appears set for a grand return, rebirthing as a…
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Donkey Kong Land III Now Accessible to Switch Online Members
Nintendo Switch Online Enhances Gaming Experience with Donkey Kong Land III In an exciting move in the world of gaming, Nintendo Switch Online has provided its subscribers with access to Donkey Kong Land III, thus completing the handheld trilogy. This progress follows the successful addition of Donkey Kong Land 2 to the service just a…
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Sega Genesis Titles Added to Nintendo Switch Online
The dynamic world of gaming continues to evolve, much to the delight of gaming enthusiasts, with the latest news being the addition of the games Mercs, ToeJam & Earl in Panic on Funkotron, and Vectorman to the SEGA Genesis – Nintendo Switch Online app. This exciting news was recently announced by Nintendo, thereby opening up…
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Dev Eyes Final Fantasy 6 After Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake
It appears that Square Enix, the developers famed for their graphically rich and narratively strong role-playing games, aren’t intending to hit the brakes on their HD-2D remakes anytime soon. This news comes straight from the horse’s mouth as Masaaki Hayasaka, the producer of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, expressed his desire to breathe new life…
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Upcoming Vampire Survivors DLC Pays Homage to Castlevania
The indie gaming scene creates waves again as Poncle, the creative team responsible for the game Vampire Survivors, announces an exciting and substantial new downloadable content (DLC) pack. “Ode to Castlevania,” as it is titled, is set to launch on October 31, priced at just $4. This DLC pack pays due tribute to one of…
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Analogue Opens Pre-orders for N64-Compatible 3D Console
Exciting news for gaming enthusiasts, Analogue, the renowned hardware manufacturer, recently announced that they will be opening pre-orders for the eagerly anticipated Analogue 3D console. With the ability to play all N64 games ever produced regardless of regional limitations, the console will start bookings from 9am PT/12pm ET commencing on October 21, 2024. The new…
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Announcing the Tetris Forever Games Roster
Digital Eclipse has recently unveiled the complete roster of titles that will be included in their highly anticipated Tetris collection, Tetris Forever. This comprehensive collection features not only established classics but also introduces some games to audiences outside of Japan for the first time. Here’s a deep dive into the various facets of what the…
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Xbox Series Now Boasts Legend of Mana Availability
Square Enix, one of the acclaimed multinational video game developers and publishers, has recently unveiled that the Legend of Mana has been carefully remastered and released for Xbox Series. The game is now accessible through the Microsoft Store, available for $29.99. Ensuring ease of access and inclusivity for all gamers, this new edition is also…
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AI-Enhanced Light Gun Device Brings Time Crisis to Modern Televisions
While classic arcade games hold a special place in the hearts of many gamers, technical limitations have historically restricted the ability to recreate the experience in the modern era. For fans of the legendary game Time Crisis, the unique demands of the game’s classic light gun mechanism have meant that it’s been largely inaccessible unless…
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Lunar Remastered Collection Coming Spring 2025
The gaming community was buzzing with anticipation during the September 2024 edition of the widely-reviewed State of Play event. The biggest and most ecstasy-fueled surprise of the event remained the unmasking of a remastered anthology of the renowned Japanese RPG series: Lunar. Now rebranded as the Lunar Remastered Collection, it is set to be launched…
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Remastered Version of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver Unveiled
Excitement in the gaming community is palpable as the much-anticipated announcement of the remastered versions of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver I & II was made during the PlayStation State of Play presentation held in September 2024. Known for their unforgettable characters and gripping storyline, these iconic games are set for a grand reentry into…
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Switch Online Expands Its Library with Four New SNES Games
Nintendo Switch Online, the gaming giant’s premiere online service, has recently broadened its offering by incorporating four more classic Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) games into its virtual arcade. While the announcement at first glance seems exciting, a deeper look has revealed it as another attempt by Nintendo to inflate their library with limited appeal…