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Acclaim Launches Starting Four Pack Bundle Featuring Its First Indie Titles
Acclaim has launched the "Starting Four Pack" bundle on Steam, featuring its first four indie titles: Katanaut, Basketball Classics, The Prisoning: Fletcher's Quest, and GRIDbeat!. The bundle is available for PC via Steam for $49.99, with individual games also discounted. Similar Spring Sale promotions are running on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series storefronts.
Hyperyuki: Snowboard Syndicate Shows Off Arcade Snowboarding in New Trailer
Acclaim and Wabisabi Games released a new trailer for their arcade snowboarding game, Hyperyuki: Snowboard Syndicate, showcasing fast tracks, tricks, characters, and multiplayer modes. Inspired by Y2K extreme sports titles, the game will feature Challenge, Race, and Chill modes, alongside online and local split-screen multiplayer. It is planned for release on Steam and modern consoles, with further details to be announced.
Ground Zero Hero Demo Drops: When Cartoon Chaos Meets Post-Apocalyptic Survival | HappyGamer
The demo for Ground Zero Hero, a game blending horde survival mechanics with a cartoon aesthetic inspired by shows like Rick and Morty, has been released on PC. Developed by Rowan Edmondson and backed by Acclaim, the game features a unique mutation system where characters transform as they progress. The demo's unlocks carry over to the full game, which is set to launch this summer on multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Ground Zero Hero announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Acclaim and Rowan Edmondson have announced Ground Zero Hero for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This action roguelike features a hand-drawn art style and blends bullet hell combat with horde survival mechanics. Players will evolve their characters by absorbing enemy mutations in a chaotic post-apocalyptic wasteland.
Acclaim Brings Indie Excitement to LVL Up Expo With GRIDbeat! and Ground Zero Hero
Acclaim is showcasing two of its upcoming indie titles, Ground Zero Hero and GRIDbeat!, at the LVL Up Expo in Las Vegas. Ground Zero Hero is a horde survival action roguelike with a unique art style, set to launch on Steam on April 30. GRIDbeat! is a rhythm-infused dungeon-crawler that has received positive reviews on Steam and is available on Nintendo Switch and PC.
Crossfire
Crossfire, released in 1991 for the Sega Genesis, is a mediocre action game that fails to impress despite its promising premise. The game combines top-down helicopter shooter segments with on-foot mercenary missions, but suffers from repetitive gameplay, stiff controls, and uninspired level design. Ultimately, Crossfire is a forgettable title that does not hold up over time.
Crossfire
Crossfire, released in 1991 for the Sega Genesis, is a mediocre action game that fails to impress despite its promising premise. The game combines top-down helicopter shooter segments with on-foot mercenary missions, but suffers from repetitive gameplay, stiff controls, and uninspired level design. Ultimately, Crossfire is a forgettable title that does not hold up over time.
Review: GRIDbeat! (Switch) - A Brutal Yet Absorbing Rhythm Experience
GRIDbeat! is a brutal yet absorbing rhythm game for the Nintendo Switch, featuring unique visuals, sharp gameplay, and excellent music. Players navigate levels by jumping to the beat, avoiding hazards like turrets and rotating barriers, and hacking blocked paths. Developed by Ridiculous Games and published by Acclaim, the game offers a challenging experience with a strong presentation that pulses to its synth-heavy soundtrack.
GamesIndustry.biz will once again head to Brazil to report on Gamescom Latam
GamesIndustry.biz will be covering Gamescom Latam in São Paulo from April 29 to May 3, featuring showcases of South American games and industry talks. The event will include a Brazilian developer showcase hosted by Abragames, with participation from figures like Brendan Greene and David Wise, and will culminate in the BIG Awards.
Cliffhanger
Cliffhanger, a beat 'em up developed by Malibu Interactive and published by Sony Imagesoft, is considered one of the worst movie-licensed titles of its era. The game loosely follows the plot of the movie but suffers from stiff controls, tedious combat, and frustrating platforming segments, making it a boring and uninspired experience.
Beat-based dungeon crawlers, card-battling soccer sims and other new indie games worth checking out
This roundup highlights several new and upcoming indie games, including the multiplayer shooter Terminal War inspired by The Last of Us Factions, the rhythm-based dungeon crawler GridBeat, and the card-battling soccer sim Nutmeg. Other featured titles include the metal-themed roguelite Devil Jam, the stock market simulator Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator, and the co-op tower defense game Salvation Denied.
GRIDbeat Launches
GRIDbeat, a rhythm-based dungeon crawler with a science-fiction theme from Ridiculous Games and Acclaim, has officially launched after its Early Access period. The game is now available on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Rhythm-Based Dungeon Crawler GRIDbeat! Now Available
The rhythm-based dungeon crawler GRIDbeat! is now available on Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam for $19.99. Developed by Ridiculous Games and published by Acclaim, the game challenges players to sync with the music for movement and combat. Creative Director Dan Kingdom and Senior Producer Jaime Bencia expressed excitement for the game's launch, highlighting the team's dedication to perfecting the rhythm gameplay.
Rhythm-Based Dungeon-Crawler 'GRIDbeat!' Now Available on PC and Switch
Acclaim and Ridiculous Games have released their rhythm-based dungeon-crawler GRIDbeat! on PC and Nintendo Switch for $19.99, with a transferable demo available on Switch. The game challenges players to synchronize movement and combat with the music within a corporate network, featuring AI Gatekeeper boss battles and softpower tools.
"You lost $40 million": Dev had Mortal Kombat rights yanked away because he went on a family vacation when the publisher believed he "should have been" chained to the studio
Software Creations co-founder Richard Kay discusses how the company lost the rights to develop Mortal Kombat for home consoles. This decision was reportedly made by Acclaim's chairman due to Kay taking a vacation during a critical development period for another game, leading to an estimated $40 million loss in royalties.
Basketball Classics Brings Backboard-Breaking Retro Hoops to All Modern Consoles Today
Basketball Classics, a retro-inspired arcade basketball game, has been released on modern consoles including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch for $9.99. Developed by Namo Gamo and published by Acclaim, the game features 5-on-5 pick-up-and-play gameplay and is a precursor to the upcoming Super Basketball Classics.
Basketball Classics Brings Backboard-Breaking Retro Hoops To All Modern Consoles Today | Console Creatures
The retro arcade basketball game Basketball Classics has been released on Xbox and PlayStation consoles, following its PC debut. Developed by Namo Gamo and supported by Acclaim, the game aims to capture the spirit of classic 8-bit and 16-bit sports titles with streamlined controls and modern presentation. A follow-up title, Super Basketball Classics, is planned for release later this year.
Basketball Classics Brings Retro Arcade Hoops to Xbox
Basketball Classics, a retro 5-on-5 arcade basketball game developed by Namo Gamo and published by Acclaim, is now available on Xbox after gaining a following on PC since 2019. The game features simplified three-button gameplay with deep strategy, extensive rosters spanning decades, and a Story Mode to unlock legendary players. It emphasizes a pure arcade experience with no microtransactions.
Hit The Court In Basketball Classics – Out Now On Xbox And PC
Basketball Classics, an arcade sports game with a side-scrolling perspective, has launched on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed by Namo Gamo and published by Acclaim, the game features streamlined controls, dynamic play-calling, over 175 teams, and more than 1000 players from various basketball eras. Priced at £8.39, it offers a retro-inspired experience focused on quick reactions and couch competition.
Basketball Classics Brings Backboard-Breaking Retro Hoops to All Modern Consoles today
Basketball Classics, the predecessor to Super Basketball Classics, has been released digitally on modern consoles including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch for $9.99. Developed by Namo Gamo and published by Acclaim, the game offers retro-inspired 5-on-5 arcade basketball gameplay. The original title was first released on Steam in 2019.