Retro Revival – ACA NEOGEO: Burning Fight (Various)

Hello again and welcome to another entry of Retro Revival, the ongoing series where I cover classic games that have been given a second chance. Here I cover HD remasters, emulated ports and compilations in part or whole. This time the adventure through the NEOGEO library continues, with Burning Fight, which was SNK’s foray intoContinue reading “Retro Revival – ACA NEOGEO: Burning Fight (Various)”

Retro Revival – Magician Lord: ACA NEOGEO (Various)

Hello there, it is time for another entry in Retro Revival, the feature series where I cover classic games that have been given a new lease of life. Here I discuss HD remasters, emulated ports and compilations, in part or as a whole. This time, I have another classic game from the NEOGEO, with MagicianContinue reading “Retro Revival – Magician Lord: ACA NEOGEO (Various)”

Sigma Star Saga DX – Nintendo Switch Review

Overview – originally released by Namco and Wayforward for the GBA, Sigma Star Saga DX is an enhanced release of the cult classic Shooter/RPG hybrid, powered by the Carbon Engine. As Ian Recker, explore alien worlds and infiltrate the alien Krill Empire, on a mission to save mankind from annihilation. This title is available onContinue reading “Sigma Star Saga DX – Nintendo Switch Review”

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. ThisContinue reading “Parasol Superstars – Nintendo Switch Review”

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’sContinue reading “Lost Gems – ZOOM! (Mega Drive/Genesis)”

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 titleContinue reading “BOULDER DASH 40TH Anniversary – Steam Review”

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 atContinue reading “Lost Gems – Bomberman ’94 (PC-Engine)”

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 beenContinue reading “Retro Revival – Console Archives: Cool Boarders (various)”

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 takeContinue reading “Lost Gems – Snowboard Kids (Nintendo 64)”

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)”