Bubble Bobble 4 Friends
Seriously, how in the ever-loving heck did I miss this series growing up? A week or so ago, my mind was saying, “I’m not sure what the big deal is here.” Now, it is saying, “I need to finish this and move on. I’ve got things to do! Seriously, put Bubble Bobble down.” Stupidly addictive. The latest edition of the game is based on the 1986 classic by the same name from Taito. You play as a rather ad...[Read More]
Kunai
Kunai is the story of a world that has been ravaged by rogue AI. Humanity has been all but rendered extinct. As the player, you take control of Tabby, a tablet that was fused with the soul of a warrior long past. Now awaked by a group known as the Resistance, you grab your katana and begin a fight to take back the planet. Along the way, you can find new weapons, and even some snazzy hats, while ma...[Read More]
Nintendo Switch getting 140 and THOTH titles
I really enjoy game names and these two continue that emotional tradition. Official details below for the games. Copenhagen, Denmark – 9 January 2020 – Carlsen Games have today launched their critically acclaimed rhythm-based platformer 140, and their abstract twin-stick shooter/puzzler THOTH on Nintendo Switch! Get your headphones on to watch this new mashup trailer: https://youtu.be/...[Read More]
Dragon Marked for Death
Dragon Marked for Death is exactly what I thought it might be; difficult, yet good. It’s one of those side-scrolling platformers that was nice and pretty on the outside, but deceivingly deep and ‘Dark Souls’-esque on the inside. That said, let’s dig right into it. Upon loading up the game for the first time, it took me to a player select screen. A bit of a shoutout to the old school arcade experie...[Read More]
Necrosphere Deluxe
Killed and dropped into the Necroshpere with no help only you can find your way back to your friends. The only things keeping you from them are balls of fire, deadly spikes, a maze-like world, green monsters, moving floors, portals that start the game over, and oh yeah… the fact that you can only use two buttons! Good luck. Metroidvania Necrosphere Deluxe is a fun game but does not feel like anyth...[Read More]
GungHo Online Entertainment going gungho on Grandia II Steam discount (and more)
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – December 20, 2018 – In the spirit of giving and cheers, GungHo Online Entertainment (GOEA) is bringing savings to its players starting today until Jan. 3 with sales on two fan-favorite titles, Grandia II Anniversary Edition and Dokuro through the Winter Steam Sale. ● Grandia II: Anniversary Edition: $9.99 (50% off base price of $19.99) – Grandia II: Anniversary Edition i...[Read More]
Sega Genesis Classics makes it to the Nintendo Switch
Check out the goods below. SEGA® Europe Ltd. is excited to announce that SEGA® Genesis Classics™ is now available both physically and digitally on the Nintendo Switch™. To celebrate the launch of these nostalgic classics, SEGA has unveiled a new trailer. Retro fans can now revisit over 50 favorites across every genre: arcade action, shooters, beat ’em ups, puzzlers and hidden g...[Read More]
JackQuest: Tale of the Sword coming to Switch/PS4/Xbox One/PC later this year
Looks like a blast! SYDNEY, NSW – Sept. 27, 2018 – JackQuest: Tale of the Sword, a fast-paced fantasy action platformer from publisher Blowfish Studios and developer NX Games, will find its way to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows PC in late 2018. One fateful night, when young Jack takes the beautiful Nara for a walk in the woods, his love is kidnapped by the villainous orc Kor...[Read More]
Tanglewood
Big Evil Corporation has brought one of the more unique 16-bit experiences to the Macintosh/PC with Tanglewood. Made for the Mega Drive (Genesis for American old game enthusiasts), the game absolutely screams welcome back to the late 80s, and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that at all. Some of the best games with the simplest mechanics make for epic adventures. Tanglewood is certainly some...[Read More]
The King’s Bird
2D platformers face a unique, if not more difficult challenge in creating believable and alluring worlds when compared to the more contemporary first person shooters and action oriented games of today. The big problem being; how can a game compete, through its visuals, sounds, and storytelling, all the while doing so with one less dimension? When you first start up The King’s Bird it may seem like...[Read More]
The King’s Bird launching August 23rd for the PC
Looks kinda cool. Check out the details below. Vancouver and Boulder, Colo. – August 8, 2018 – Soar to great heights with the upcoming release of award-winning platforming game The King’s Bird from Serenity Forge and published by Graffiti Games. Launching on PC via Steam on August 23 for $19.99 USD, The King’s Bird is a momentum-driven, precision-platforming game that has players use aerial moveme...[Read More]
Crash Bandicoot N’Sane Trilogy (Xbox One)
Crash Bandicoot N’Sane Trilogy finally makes its debut on the Xbox One X today after XB1 owners have had to watch the PlayStation 4 folks celebrate the return of everyone’s favorite Bandicoot for the last year. And I must say that the wait was worth it. Bringing the band back together, Vicarious Visions’ Crash Bandicoot N’Sane Trilogy remasters Crash Bandicoot, Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Ba...[Read More]