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”

Disgaea 7 Complete – Nintendo Switch 2 Review

Overview – developed by Nippon Ichi Software and published by NIS America, Disgaea 7 Complete is the enhanced and definitive version of the latest SRPG title in the series. As the wayward warrior Fuji and the otaku Pirilika, cause chaos across the Hinotomo Netherworlds, fighting demons, making money and learning the way of Bushido. ThisContinue reading “Disgaea 7 Complete – Nintendo Switch 2 Review”

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”

Sonic Wings Reunion – PlayStation 4 Review

Overview – developed by SUCCESS Corp, with publishing handled by Red Art Games and Hamster, Sonic Wings Reunion is a vertical shooter, where the world is threatened by a mysterious organisation. Play as one of eight pilots and take to the skies on a mission to save the world from this mysterious threat. This versionContinue reading “Sonic Wings Reunion – PlayStation 4 Review”

Neon Inferno – Steam Review

Overview – developed by Zenovia Interactive and published by Retroware, Neon Inferno is a blend of Run n’ Gun action and gallery shooter, taking place in a neon soaked cyberpunk New York. In 2055, NYC is split into territories where battles for domination take place, between several major factions including the Yakuza and NYPD. ThisContinue reading “Neon Inferno – Steam Review”

Twilight Parade: Moonlit Mononoke – Review

Overview – developed by Super16bits and published by Eastasiasoft, Twilight Parade: Moonlit Mononoke is a side scrolling bullet hell shooter about Yokai causing chaos at the Hyakki Yagyo. As one of four Yokai girls, take to the skies and blast through 5 stages set in Japan, with various spirits to fight and take down. ThisContinue reading “Twilight Parade: Moonlit Mononoke – Review”

Retro Revival – Ghouls ‘n Ghosts: Capcom Arcade Stadium/NSO Mega Drive (Various)

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)”

DUCK: Dangerous Ultimate Cartridge Kidnapper – PlayStation Review

Overview – developed by Duck Team and published by Valkyrie Interactive, DUCK: Dangerous Ultimate Cartridge Kidnapper is a microgame collection, with 100 distinct and very short challenges. As a group of ducklings, overcome the curse of the evil spirit D.U.C.K and beat the 100 in 1, or become trapped in the game. This title isContinue reading “DUCK: Dangerous Ultimate Cartridge Kidnapper – PlayStation Review”

Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit – Steam Review

Overview – developed by Programancer and Mega Cat Studios in collaboration with publisher Retroware, The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit is the latest adventure starring the foul mouthed internet game critic. The Nerd has found himself at the center of a threat to gaming himself, now he must face his greatest enemies to save gaming.Continue reading “Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit – Steam Review”