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 newContinue reading “Ys X: Proud Nordics – Nintendo Switch 2 Review”

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 releaseContinue reading “Ninja Saviors: Return of the Warriors – Nintendo Switch Re-Review”

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, startingContinue reading “Retro Revival – Crossed Swords: ACA NEOGEO (Various)”

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 isContinue reading “StarLightRiders: HyperJump – Review”

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 timeContinue reading “Lost Gems – Steep Slope Sliders (SEGA Saturn)”

Cladun X3 – Nintendo Switch Review

Overview – developed by Nippon Ichi Software and published by NIS America, Cladun X3 is the latest entry in the dungeon crawling pixel action RPG where everything is customizable. As a villain, you have been pulled into a death game, where you have to do battle across dungeons and against other villains. This title isContinue reading “Cladun X3 – Nintendo Switch Review”

Best of 2025 Retrospective

Hello there, and welcome to my end of year retrospective. This has been a pretty unpredictable year for gaming, with some amazingly fun games being released, alongside some real train wrecks. There have been series revivals, continuations of existing franchises and excellent indie titles, there was even a once cancelled game finally being brought toContinue reading “Best of 2025 Retrospective”

Lost Gems – Zap! Snowboarding Trix (SEGA Saturn)

Hello and welcome back to Lost Gems, the feature series where I cover the games that are lost, forgotten or abandoned. I will be continuing with the winter theme, by covering an extreme sports game that was released by Pony Canyon, TV Tokyo and Atelier Double for the SEGA Saturn. So let’s take a lookContinue reading “Lost Gems – Zap! Snowboarding Trix (SEGA Saturn)”

Trouble Witches Final!: Episode1 Daughters of Amalgam – PlayStation 4 Review

Overview – developed by Rocket Engine and Studio SiestA, with publishing handled by ININ Games, Trouble Witches Final: Episode1 Daughters of Amalgam is the latest update to the Cute ‘Em up shooter. Take to the air with one of 12 witches, each with unique character stories and play styles in frantic bullet hell action. ThisContinue reading “Trouble Witches Final!: Episode1 Daughters of Amalgam – PlayStation 4 Review”

Dancin’ Divas – Steam Review

Overview – developed by MrPr1993 and published by Shady Corner Games, Dancin’ Divas is a retro styled brawler inspired by the classics of the genre. As one of four tough as nails cabaret singers, set out to reclaim your treasures from the mysterious moustachioed villain Van Bad, while causing chaos along the way. This titleContinue reading “Dancin’ Divas – Steam Review”