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Retro Revival – ACA NEOGEO: Waku Waku 7 (Various)

Hello and welcome to the latest entry of Retro Revival, the 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 whole. We continue our odyssey through the NEOGEO Library with Waku Waku 7, a vibrant and colorfulContinue reading “Retro Revival – ACA NEOGEO: Waku Waku 7 (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)”

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”

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 originalContinue reading “Retro Revival – Arcade Archives: Rave Racer (Various)”

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”

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”

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”

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”