Hello and welcome to this special instalment of Retro Revival, the series where I cover classic games that have been given a second chance to reach a new audience. Here I discuss HD remasters, emulated ports and compilations, in part or as a whole. This week as part of Halloween Month, I will be coveringContinue reading “Retro Revival – Ghouls ‘n Ghosts: Capcom Arcade Stadium/NSO Mega Drive (Various)”
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Farming Simulator 16-Bit Edition – Review
Overview – developed and published by Giants Software, with a special physical release from Strictly Limited Games, Farming Simulator 16-Bit Edition takes the agricultural phenomenon and enhances it with Blast Processing! Grow the crops, harvest them and sell them to keep your farm profitable, building up your farming empire. This game is available on PCContinue reading “Farming Simulator 16-Bit Edition – Review”
Retro Revivals – Sunset Riders (Arcade Archives)
Hello, and welcome to Retro Revival a new regular feature, where I will be discussing retro titles that have been given a new lease of life on modern platforms. The titles featured in this series will range from HD remasters, emulated ports and titles that are included in collections. To start off this new feature,Continue reading “Retro Revivals – Sunset Riders (Arcade Archives)”
Zero the Kamikaze Squirrel – Nintendo Switch Review
Overview – originally released by SUNSOFT and Iguana Entertainment, with porting handled by Ratalaika Games and Shinyuden, Zero the Kamikaze Squirrel is a spin-off from the Aero the Acro-Bat series. As the Ninja squirrel, take on the evil lumberjack Jacques Le Sheets, who has been targeting his homeland and cutting down the forest to makeContinue reading “Zero the Kamikaze Squirrel – Nintendo Switch Review”
Aero the Acro-Bat 2 – Nintendo Switch Review
Overview – originally released by Sunsoft (developed by Iguana Entertainment), brought to modern platforms by Shinyuden and Ratalaika Games, Aero the Acro-Bat 2 continues the adventure where the first left off. After the battle with Edgar Ektor, Aero is transported to a unknown world, encountering mysterious figures and new dangers that he must overcome. ThisContinue reading “Aero the Acro-Bat 2 – Nintendo Switch Review”
Aero the Acro-Bat – Nintendo Switch Review
Overview – originally released by Sunsoft (developed by Iguana Entertainment), brought to modern platforms by Shinyuden and Ratalaika Games, Aero the Acro-Bat is a platforming adventure from the 16-bit generation of consoles. As the Circus performer Aero, use your skills to save your companions while battling the minions of Edgar Ektor, a sinister industrialist whoContinue reading “Aero the Acro-Bat – Nintendo Switch Review”
VISCO Collection – Steam Review
Overview – developed by PixelHeart and published by QUByte Interactive, the VISCO collection is a compilation of 7 classic arcade games from the Neo-Geo from the titular developer. Take on a variety of challenges that cover a range of genres, with some additional features to update the game for modern games. This release is availableContinue reading “VISCO Collection – Steam Review”
IREM Collection Vol.1 – Nintendo Switch Review
Overview – developed by Tozai Games in collaboration with Ratalaika Games, with publishing handled by ININ Games, IREM Collection Vol.1 is a collection of three classic games from the legendary developer. Take on the challenges of Image fight, Image Fight II and X Multiply, with quality of life updates and additional features. This release isContinue reading “IREM Collection Vol.1 – Nintendo Switch Review”
Wonder Boy Collection – Nintendo Switch Review
Overview – originally developed by Westone and Sega, ported by Ratalaika Games, with publishing handled by ININ Games and Bliss Brain, Wonder Boy Collection brings 4 titles from the iconic franchise to new platforms. Take on monsters and bosses to save the day in these classic titles from the 80s and 90s. This collection isContinue reading “Wonder Boy Collection – Nintendo Switch Review”