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Defender of the Crown released – no, you haven’t time-travelled to the 80s – it’s actually back
Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns, a modernized version of the 1980s classic, has launched on Steam developed by Black Tower Basement and published by Nordcurrent Labs. The game features Classic, Retro, and a new Kingdom Mode with procedurally generated maps and unlockable abilities. This relaunch celebrates the 40th anniversary of the original title.
Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns - A Cinemaware classic as a modernized remaster via Black Tower Basement / Nordcurrent Labs
The classic 1986 strategy game Defender of the Crown has been remastered and released for PC and PlayStation 5 by Black Tower Basement and Nordcurrent Labs. The remaster features modernized gameplay, interface, and quality-of-life updates while retaining the original's atmosphere, with additional modes including a retro option and a new procedurally generated Kingdom Mode.
Best New Xbox And Game Pass Games For August 2026
August 2026 is set to be a strong month for Xbox and Game Pass, featuring a diverse lineup of new releases. Highlights include the action RPG Beast of Reincarnation and the story-driven Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, both launching day one on Game Pass. Other notable titles span genres like survival horror, strategy, and multiplayer warfare, offering something for every player.
Wings of Fear 3D Pistons at dawn - If you loved Wings on the Amiga, then this upcoming by SteveB and Roar Tjørhom might be worth checking out!
Wings of Fear 3D - Pistons at Dawn is an upcoming flight combat game for AGA Amiga systems, developed by Steve Birch and Roar Tjørhom. The game will feature a dual-perspective structure with 3D dogfights and 2D bombing runs, aiming to push classic hardware to its limits.
Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns - A Cinemaware classic is getting a modernized remaster via Black Tower Basement / Nordcurrent Labs
Cinemaware's 1986 classic 'Defender of the Crown' is receiving a modernized remaster for PC and PlayStation 5, developed by Black Tower Basement and published by Nordcurrent Labs. The remaster will feature a 'Retro Mode' preserving the original Amiga experience, a 'Classic Mode' reimagined for today with refined mechanics and visuals, and an entirely new 'Kingdom Mode' with procedurally generated maps and unlockable abilities.
Two ultra obscure video games from over 30 years ago are getting remakes in 2026
Two classic video games from over 30 years ago, Defender Of The Crown and The 7th Guest, are receiving remakes in 2026. Defender Of The Crown: The Legend Returns will feature retro, classic, and roguelike modes, while The 7th Guest remake by Vertigo Games will offer a modern overhaul of the 1993 puzzle adventure. Both titles are slated for release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
