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Ariana and the Elder Codex – Nintendo Switch Review
Overview – developed by Idea Factory, Compile Heart and Hyde, with Publishing by Idea Factory International, Ariana and the Elder Codex is a 2D action adventure set in a world where magic has vanished. As the Librarian Ariana, venture into the Seven Hero Codices and repair them, battling monster and uncovering the stories within. This…
Super Alloy Crush (Early Access) – Steam Review
Overview – developed and published by Alloy Mushroom, Super Alloy Crush is a fast paced 2D action brawler, with roguelike elements that are inspired by classic action games. Play as Kelly and Muu, who are on a mission to obtain the ultimate cosmic treasure: planet AE-38, while also encountering deadly enemies and alien forces. This…
Parasol Superstars – Nintendo Switch Review
Overview – originally developed by Taito, with porting and publishing through ININ Games, Parasol Superstars is a vibrant bundle that brings two classic platformers to modern platforms. Take on the challenges of Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III and Spica Adventure, two very different adventures that share one thing in common, Parasols. This…
Judy’s Adventure DX – Steam Review
Overview – developed by Phoenix Adverdale and published by RAWRLAB Games, Judy’s Adventure DX is a Game Boy Color platformer, with precision based action in a retro style. As Judy, go on an adventure to get back home after a mysterious hand steals her house key, exploring a colorful pixelated world. This version of the…
MOMO Crash – Steam Review
Overview – developed by SKOOTA GAMES and published by SCOOTER FILMS, MOMO Crash is an anime style rhythm action games about the adventures of the Thigh Warriors. Take on rhythm action challenges as one of three Thigh Warriors, who possess the power to save souls with their thighs, while also battling a mysterious virus. This…
The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince – Steam Review
Overview – developed by Nippon Ichi Software and Systemsoft Beta, with publishing by NIS America, The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince is a hand-drawn puzzle adventure with a heartwarming story. As a princess with a magical secret, guide a prince who has lost his eyesight on a perilous journey to restore his vision. This…
Etrange Overlord – Nintendo Switch Review
Overview – developed by SuperNiche, Gemdrops and BROCCOLI, with publishing by NIS America, Etrange Overlord is a mission based action RPG, mixing tactics, real time battles and lots of sweets. As Étrange von Rosenburg, embark on an adventure through Hell itself as she tries to live her best life, with musical set pieces along the…
FUR Squadron Phoenix – Steam Review
Overview – developed and published by Raptor Claw, FUR Squadron Phoenix is an on-rails space shooter featuring anthropomorphic animals, taking on action packed space combat. As a pilot in training, take on the enemy forces in virtual worlds, upgrade your ship capabilities and prepare to protect the federation from a looming threat. This title is…
Calamity Angels: Special Delivery – Nintendo Switch Review
Overview – developed by Compile Heart and Idea Factory, with publishing handled by Idea Factory International, Calamity Angels: Special Delivery is a delivery service RPG with a board game twist. As Yuri, command the Cutie Angels, a delivery team that travel perilous lands to make sure packages get there on time. This title is available…
Lost Gems – ZOOM! (Mega Drive/Genesis)
Hello and welcome to another instalment of Lost Gems, the series where I discuss classic games that have been abandoned, forgotten or removed from distribution. This week I will be covering one of the earlier releases in the Mega Drive/Genesis Library, originally released for home computers in 1988 before being ported in 1990. So let’s…
Homura Hime – Steam Review
Overview – developed by Crimson Dusk and published by PLAYISM, Homura Hime is an anime style action game, mixing reactive hack and slash action and bullet hell tension. As the Exorcist Homura Hime, travel across the human world and the demon realm on missions to exorcise the supernatural, facing dangers at every turn. This title…
Retro Revival – Arcade Archives: Rave Racer (Various)
Hello again and welcome to the latest instalment of Retro Revival, where I discuss classic games that have been brought to modern platforms. These can be via HD Remasters, emulated ports and titles that are part of ollections. This time will be a follow up to a previous feature, covering a sequel to the original…
THE NEWZEALAND STORY: Untold Adventure – Steam Review
Overview – developed and published by Bitobit under license from Taito, THE NEWZEALAND STORY: Untold Adventure is a full remake of the classic arcade game about the little bird on a big adventure. As Tiki, go on an adventure that covers the forests, caves and labyrinths, all to save Phee-Phee and the other Kiwis that…
BOULDER DASH 40TH Anniversary – Steam Review
Overview – developed and published by BBG Entertainment, Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary is a special celebratory release of the classic puzzle game, about grabbing gems in dangerous caves. Take on a selection of brand new stages, while also having the option to experience new ports of the classic games that established the series. This title…
Book of Korvald – Console Review
Overview – developed by Punching Donut and Shady Corner, with porting/publishing by Eastasiasoft, Book of Korvald is a side scrolling action adventure, taking place in a bloody Nordic landscape. As Korvald, embark on a violent rampage against the church and eldritch horrors, beyond human comprehension on a mission of revenge. This version of the game…
Lost Gems – Bomberman ’94 (PC-Engine)
Hello again and welcome to Lost Gems, the feature series where I discuss titles that have been forgotten, abandoned or pulled from circulation. This week is a follow-up to a previous feature from last year, covering another title from explosive puzzle series Hudson Soft for the NEC PC-Engine. So let us take a look at…
Street Combat Fighting – Nintendo Switch Review
Overview – developed and published by Upscale Studio/APPWILL COMPANY, Street Combat Fighting is a 3D brawler that uses low-poly models for the fighters, as well as the “combat arenas”. As the street fighter, take on a variety of opponents, from construction workers, to punks and hipsters in street combat. This title is available on Nintendo…
Ys X: Proud Nordics – Nintendo Switch 2 Review
Overview – developed by Nihon Falcom and published by NIS America, Ys X: Proud Nordics is an enhanced release of the most recent entry in the Action RPG series. The newest adventure of Adol Christin, the young adventurer takes him to Obelia Gulf, where he encounters a threat that could devastate the archipelago. This new…
Retro Revival – Console Archives: Cool Boarders (various)
Hello and welcome to a new instalment of Retro Revival, the series where I cover classic titles that have been given a new lease on life. Here I discuss HD remasters, emulated ports and compilations in part or as a whole. This week, I am covering a classic game from UEP Systems, which has been…
Millennium Runners – Steam Review
Overview – developed by Commodore Industries and published by Over The Game, Millenium Runners is a futuristic anti-gravity racing game where players race at breakneck speeds. Take on the challenge of the high speed races, taking place across varied environments across earth and on planets away from it. This title is available for the steam…
Lost Gems – Snowboard Kids (Nintendo 64)
Hello and welcome back to Lost Gems, the series where I discuss titles that have been lost, forgotten or simply abandoned. Following the theme for the season, I have another winter sports game that was released for the Nintendo 64, developed by Racdym and published by Nintendo and Atlus. So it is time to take…
Ninja Saviors: Return of the Warriors – Nintendo Switch Re-Review
Overview – developed by NatsumeAtari and Tengo Project, with publishing by ININ Games, The Ninja Saviors: Return of the Warriors is a full remake of the Super Nintendo game, The Ninja Warriors Again. This updated release features high definition sprites, enhanced sound and new content, reviving the title for a new generation. The console release…
Retro Revival – Crossed Swords: ACA NEOGEO (Various)
Hello and welcome back to Retro Revival, the series where I cover classic games that have been given a second chance of life. Here I discuss HD remasters, emulated ports and compilations, in part or as a whole. This week, I will be starting my odyssey into the NEO GEO library for this feature, starting…
StarLightRiders: HyperJump – Review
Overview – developed by LunarCitySeven and published by Eastasiasoft, StarLightRiders: HyperJump is an arcade style bullet hell shooter, with frantic shooting action. As the pilot of the HyperJump ship, take down the alien invasion that is attempting to take over the earth, with their goal to destroy all life. This version of the game is…
Lost Gems – Steep Slope Sliders (SEGA Saturn)
Hello and welcome to Lost Gems, the series where I cover games that have been lost, forgotten or pulled from official distribution. After a brief hiatus, we are back with a classic winter sports title for the SEGA Saturn, which also released in an altered form for the SEGA ST-V hardware. So it is time…
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