Play through the tutorial for this vertically scrolling shooter and you’ll be duly informed how to move, shoot, and unleash a smart bomb. Then, mere seconds later, you’re abruptly thrown back to the main menu. This sets the tone for Nephenthesys perfectly, with this being an incredibly straightforward entry in the genre that has little in …
This week’s UK retail is a peculiar one, with several unexpected re-entries. It’s EA Sports FC 24 that takes the top spot this week, knocking Hogwarts Legacy to #2. Then at #3, it’s the return of Mortal Kombat 1, thanks to a price cut. The bloody brawler is currently available for £25.99 at Amazon and …
This vertically scrolling shooter makes itself known by its stylish presentation that packs more shades of pink than the recent Barbie movie. It also quickly becomes evident that developer Last Boss 88 knows what makes for a rich experience, with around a dozen modes available from the outset ranging from Caravan Modes to a Super …
Turning Prince of Persia into a Metroidvania isn’t a concept particularly ‘out there’ considering the original was a side-scrolling adventure with labyrinth-like levels. It is peculiar that it’s arriving before the troubled Sands of Time remake, however. You’d think that project would take priority. Reviews for The Lost Crown went live a few days ago …
The Monty Mole Collection was just the beginning, it seems. IP holders Pixel Games UK, based in Luton, has revealed a second retro re-release due on Switch this month. The classic puzzler Chip’s Challenge, often associated closely with the Atari Lynx, arrives 25th January on the eShop for £2.99. As cheap as chips, you could …
By 1993, developers had long maxed out what was possible on the humble NES. Prison City resembles a game from this era – something that would have dazzled late NES owners alongside such gems as Kirby’s Adventure, Batman: Return of the Joker, and Mighty Final Fight. Although, it would have definitely required a few additional …
Who announces a new mini console during January? PLAION does, which makes sense seeing it’s due for release at the end of March. THE400 Mini is a 50% scale recreation of 1979’s Atari 400, and will come bundled with an enhanced version of the CX40 Atari joystick for £99.99 (€119.99 / $119.99.) It’s promised to …
A while ago whisperings of a Felix the Cat retro compilation emerged, containing two 8-bit games originally published by Hudson – now under Konami’s wing. Today, the collection has been made official…and there’s a twist in the tale. This collection is being created in association with Limited Run Games, powered by their Carbon Engine. Konami …
Next week is looking promising for the Switch, being the busiest line-up we’ve seen for a good month or so. This week isn’t bad at all either, especially if you’re of the retro persuasion. Shinorubi is a modern take on the shoot’em up genre, presented in widescreen and featuring chunky visuals. The colour palette is …
The first retail chart of 2024 has been published, and somewhat predictably, it’s rather stagnant. There is a belated new arrival, though – expansion pack The Sims 4: For Rent enters at #16. It appears to have launched last month, but for whatever reason, has only just charted. Mafia Trilogy, Ring Fit Adventure, and It …
Around ten years ago, arcade management sim ArcadeCraft arrived on the Xbox 360’s unregulated XBLIG store. A shining beacon in a sea of trash, it was more than worthy of a full release on XBLA. Arcade Tycoon falls into the same genre, favouring tidy pixel art over ArcadeCraft’s 3D visuals, and just like ArcadeCraft it …
It’s funny how certain colour palettes recall individual formats. The unmistakable combo of pink and cyan for CGA, for instance. As the name suggests, 8-Colors Star Guardians + opts for a limited colour palette, recalling the humble ZX Spectrum. Whereas the Speccy was known for its hard as concrete platformers and mixed bag of arcade conversions, …
Next week is surprisingly busy for new games, especially given the time of year. This week has a few bits and pieces of note too, and the Switch eShop is busier still, with both The Monty Mole Collection and 8-Colors Star Guardians + due. After a few delays, Nacon’s War Hospital comes to PC, Xbox, …
I love board games. There’s nothing better than getting friends together, rolling dice, and dealing cards. In the last decade, there’s been an influx of interesting board games, powered by interesting decisions and video game inspired mechanics. Now board games are feeding back into video games in interesting ways, influencing people like Gamma Minus – …
Sonic is no stranger to a McDonald’s promotion, with several appearing over the years. This month the hedgehog’s face is plastering Happy Meal boxes in the UK once again, joined by Tails, Knuckles, and Amy. Sorry, Eggman fans. Twelve toys are available from January 4th until February 6th, taking the form of cardboard-style push-out construction …
