RetroGaming

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Blaze Entertainment's next pair of budget-friendly handhelds in its Super Pocket line arrive on October 22. The Super Pocket Atari and Technos Editions cost $60 each and recently became available to preorder at Amazon. The Atari Edition is preloaded with 50 classic games, while the Technos Edition has 15 games. But what's really cool about the Super Pocket line is it's a spin-off of Blaze's Evercade brand, and each Super Pocket has a cartridge slot with support for the 50-plus retro game compilations in the consistently expanding Evercade cartridge series.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giants:_Citizen_Kabuto Giants: Citizen Kabuto had base-building and Asymmetrical Multiplayer combat along with a well-told and humorous single player campaign.

Developer Straynus, has just unveiled Cronela’s Mansion, drawing significant inspiration from the titles of Sierra and LucasArts.

• Development: The game is over four years into development.
• Crowdfunding Campaign: A Kickstarter campaign launching in February 2025 to support physical releases including cardboard boxes, cartridges, manuals, and collectable figures.
• Platforms: Retro platforms like NES, SNES, GB, GBA, alongside modern versions tailored for Switch and PC.

In a press statement, Straynus shared: "With a long development of more than four years, Cronela’s Mansion will surprise you with the care of its graphics, the charisma of its characters, witty and fun dialogues, with a disturbing story that will not leave anyone indifferent."

• Retro Touches: Each version is built specifically for each system, ensuring unique visuals, music, and animations.
• New Features: The modern versions of the game will also introduce new gameplay elements.

Do you think this one's worth backing on Kickstarter?

Dino Crisis: Rebirth, a fan-made remake of the 1999 game developed by Steven Games Studios, is now available for download on Itch.io.

• The project uses Unreal Engine 5 to enhance graphics and atmosphere while preserving the original's horror elements.

• This is a personal project by an independent developer, and not an official remake by Capcom.

• A demo showcasing new gameplay and visual updates is available. Character animations are still in progress, so some parts of the game need further refinement.

Download the project on Itch.io to try the demo and give feedback.

If you try the demo, share your impressions.

Overview

Kara Fantasy, a new pixel art adventure game from BUG-Studio and retro publisher Ratalaika Games, is set to release on Steam. The game features charming graphics, colorful action with puzzles and battles, and an engaging storyline reminiscent of early The Legend of Zelda games.

Key Features:

• 30 levels packed with puzzles and monster fights
• Five different lands to explore
• A rich arsenal of weapons including swords, bows, boomerangs, and other gadgets inspired by classic games
• Opportunities to upgrade equipment and concoct potions
• Paying homage to the beloved The Legend of Zelda series

Business Model and Release Details:

Given Ratalaika Games' history of releasing budget-friendly retro-inspired games, it's likely that Kara Fantasy will be a cost-effective addition to the gaming library. More details on console releases are yet to come.

Have you played other Ratalaika games? What were your impressions?

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A fan-made mod for Doom II, titled “Doom III,” has been teased, offering over 20 hours of new gameplay. Developed by Camaxide, this project has been in the works for 11 years and serves as a direct sequel to Doom II. Despite its name, this mod is unrelated to id Software’s Doom 3 from 2004.

Overview

Baldur's Gate inspired Passageway of the Ancients has will soon be available on Steam.

Developed by a four-person team from Texas, it’s an intriguing mix of real-time and turn-based combat mechanics, drawing parallels to Baldur's Gate and Neverwinter Nights. The game is available for launch on 16th October 2024.

Features

• Game Setting: Set in the mystical world of Aieryon, a singular magical planet.
• Character Customization: Players can form their teams from various classes with dual personas, each needing to be leveled up simultaneously. This creates an interesting dynamic for both good and evil alignment choices.
• Combat Style: Blends real-time tactics with turn-based strategic gameplay. Tough, complex combat adds layers of difficulty and surprise.

Development Team

Developed by Passageway Games, a small but dedicated team of four.

Do you think Passageway of the Ancients will stand up to the standards set by the classics like Baldur’s Gate?

Picked up this funny goofy looking 1997 pet simulator. Has anyone here played it before?

Looks like the kind of obscure game you'd see people asking on r/tipofmyjoystick 😆

PlayStation Plus Classics Catalog for October 2024

PlayStation has announced the selection of nostalgic titles that will be included in their PlayStation Plus Classics catalog for October 2024. Here are two key additions:

• Dino Crisis (PS1): A survival horror game developed by Capcom, featuring a government spy team navigating an island overrun with dinosaurs. The game has been enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters.
• Siren (PS2): This horror title immerses players in the eerie village of Hanuda, offering improved graphics and features like rewind and quick save for a modern experience.

Which game from the catalog do you think will be most popular?

A new racing game, Vroom, is in the works for the Game Boy Color. It features a “pseudo 3D” style that borrows heavily from classic Top Gear series games.

• The development team has been working on improving UI elements such as countdowns and adding progress indicators.
• They've also incorporated unique visual effects like scan lines and palette cycling for added immersion.
• By leveraging pseudo-3D techniques, they're aiming to maximize the graphical capabilities of the Game Boy Color.

Have you been itching for a successor to the Top Gear series?

MicroProse: A Company With a Long History in Gaming, Releasing 'Cleared Hot'

MicroProse is set to release a new game called Cleared Hot, which draws inspiration from the classic Desert Strike series. This new heli-shooter aims to bring nostalgia while incorporating modern gameplay mechanics.

Key Points:

• Publisher: MicroProse, recognized for its rich history in gaming.
• Title: Cleared Hot (Inspired by Desert Strike)
• Genre: Helicopter shooter
• Developer: Cfinger Games
• Features:

• Dynamic physics
• Tactical gameplay
• Rope and magnet system to interact with the environment
• Day and night missions in three unique biomes: Desert, Jungle, Arctic

Single-Player Campaign

Cleared Hot offers a rich single-player campaign with customizable helicopters and a mission set across various environments. Engage with different types of enemy vehicles like tanks, boats, fighter jets.

The game aims to fill the void left by the Desert Strike series, which hasn't had a new entry in over 27 years. It combines exciting physics-driven action with strategic gameplay, delivering a fresh and familiar experience for fans of the genre.

Do you think Cleared Hot might become the next iconic helicopter shooter in the gaming world?

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The Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered collection has been officially announced and is set to release on February 14, 2025.

Greetings my fellow obsessive compulsives!

Let's say, hypothetically speaking, you're building a retro gaming corner around this:

Two six-shelf units are inbound.

Do you organize by generation?

1. Genesis/CD/32X

2. TurboDUO

3. Saturn

4. PS1

5. Dreamcast

6. PS2

7. Xbox

8. GameCube

9. Xbox 360

10. PS3

11. Wii

12. Xbox One

Or by company?

1. Genesis/CD/32X

2. Saturn

3. Dreamcast

4. Xbox

5. Xbox 360

6. Xbox One

7. Turbo Duo

8. GameCube

9. Wii

10. PS1

11. PS2

12. PS3

Alternately:

1. Genesis/CD/32X

2. Saturn

3. Dreamcast

4. Turbo Duo

5. GameCube

6. Wii

7. PS1

8. PS2

9. PS3

10. Xbox

11. Xbox 360

12. Xbox One

The Splinter Cell remake is reportedly still under development at Ubisoft Toronto, despite rumors suggesting it may have been canceled. First announced in December 2021, the project is being developed using Ubisoft’s Snowdrop Engine.

Tetris Forever Compilation: A Retro Gaming Celebration

Overview of the 40th Anniversary Edition: Celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of the most iconic puzzle games, Tetris. The Tetris Forever Compilation will include a diverse selection of classic Tetris titles, offering fans an extensive look at the series' evolution over the decades.

Confirmed Games in the Collection:

• Tetris (1984) Originally released by Alexey Pajitnov on the Electronika 60.
• Tetris (48K Version, 1988) Released by Spectrum Holobyte on the Apple II.
• Tetris (1988) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Famicom.
• Hatris (1990) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Famicom.
• Tetris 2 + Bombliss (1990) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Famicom.
• Hatris (1991) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Game Boy.
• Hatris (1992) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the NES.
• Super Bombliss (1995) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Game Boy.
• Super Bombliss DX (1998) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Game Boy.
• Super Tetris 2 + Bombliss (1992) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Super Famicom.
• Tetris Battle Gaiden (1993) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Super Famicom.
• Super Tetris 2 + Bombliss Genteiban (1993) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Super Famicom.
• Super Tetris 3 (1994) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Super Famicom.
• Super Bombliss (1995) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Super Famicom.
• Tetris Time Warp (2024) A new game mode that allows players to experience various eras of Tetris gameplay, dynamically changing visuals and mechanics in real-time.

Additional Features:

• A comprehensive documentary exploring the history and impact of Tetris.
• Availability across multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC later in 2024.

Which Tetris game was the source of your addiction?

Australian retro magazine, Forgotten Worlds, is looking to crowdfund the publication of its fourth issue. This special edition will delve into the nostalgic world of printed gaming magazines from the past.

• Date of crowdfunding: Now
• Size and content: 100-page A5 magazine featuring interviews with notable figures like Rich Leadbetter, Dan Hsu, Jazz Rignall, and Will Overton. Also includes articles on classic magazines such as Super Play, Game Pro, Compute! and Hyper.
• Backing options: Standard edition or exclusive limited run including collectable postcards handwritten by the editor.
• Expected release date: November 2024

The magazine is looking to document the vibrant and impactful era of printed gaming magazines.

What was your favourite gaming or computing print magazine?

Overview

The classic game Backyard Baseball '97 is now available on Steam. The game was originally released on CD-ROM and lost when the source code vanished, but through a remarkable collaboration between Playground Productions and Mega Cat Studios, it has been revived.

Key Details

• Release Date: October 10th, 2024
• Cost: £8.50 (or £7.65 as part of an introductory offer)
• Features: Steam Deck verification, Steam achievements, and global leaderboards

Future Reissues

Additional Backyard Sports games are also in the works:

• Backyard Soccer '98
• Backyard Football '99
• Backyard Basketball '01
• Backyard Baseball '01
• Backyard Hockey '02

How impressed are you that Playground Productions and Mega Cat Studios were able to accomplish this without access to the source code?

Taito Milestones 3 is set to launch on December 10, 2024, in the West. This collection brings together a selection of classic Taito arcade games from the late 1980s and early 1990s, offering both nostalgic fans and newcomers a chance to experience these iconic titles on modern platforms

Code and hardware for the project can be found here https://github.com/v1605/tapto-floppy

I had the 3-pack with the original football, baseball, and soccer PC games. Put countless hours into them as a kid, so I’m super excited for these rereleases