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Toujinmakyouden Hercules no Eikou is this week’s Console Archives on Nintendo Switch 2Hamster Corporation announced that Toujinmakyouden Hercules no Eikou, a 1987 RPG originally developed by Data East, will be released on Nintendo Switch via the Console Archives series tomorrow, May 21st. The game involves a quest to defeat the Demon King Hades and rescue the goddess Venus. The Console Archives series aims to faithfully reproduce classic games with modern conveniences like save states and customizable settings, and this title will be available digitally for $7.99.
Toujinmakyouden Hercules no Eikou gets modern re-releaseHamster Corporation announced that Toujinmakyouden Hercules no Eikou, an 8-bit RPG from 1987, is being re-released for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. The game, originally released only in Japan, features a Japanese-only game content with an English user interface and manual.
Tumblepop remake Tumblepop: Memories announcedDaewon Media Game Lab and CRT Games have announced Tumblepop: Memories, a reimagining of the classic Data East arcade game Tumblepop. The game is in development for Nintendo Switch and will feature updated visuals, modernized controls, and include both the original 1991 arcade and 1992 Game Boy versions. New modes like Survival, Boss Rush, and Tum Tum mode are also included, with Playasia handling western publishing and physical editions.
Rohga: Armor Force is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2Rohga: Armor Force is being released on the Nintendo Switch as part of the Console Archives series on April 30 for $11.99. Originally released by Data East in 1996, this shooter allows players to customize their battle machines by combining different body parts. The Console Archives series aims to faithfully reproduce classic games with modern conveniences.
Unannounced Tumblepop remake Tumblepop: Memories rated in KoreaAn unannounced remake of the 1991 Data East platform game Tumblepop, titled Tumblepop: Memories, has been rated in Korea by Daewon Media Game Lab. The rating confirms it as an action game and a modern remake, with no further details provided.
BurgerTom - Classic Arcade game Burger Time for your Atari Jaguar by swapd0BurgerTom, an unofficial homebrew conversion of the classic arcade game BurgerTime, has been released for the Atari Jaguar. Developed by swapd0, this version features enhanced performance, refined graphics by Martial Daviaud, and a retro-inspired soundtrack by Jérémie 'Glafouk' Glafouk, aiming to capture the original's charm while offering a fresh experience on the legendary system.
Double Dragon and Kunio-kun creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto dies at 64Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the acclaimed creator of the Double Dragon and Kunio-kun (River City) series, has passed away at the age of 64. Kishimoto began his career in the early 1980s and was instrumental in shaping the beat 'em up genre with titles like Renegade and River City Ransom. His work at Technos Japan also included sequels and spin-offs for these popular franchises.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie surpasses box office expectations to become this year's most successful filmThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved the second-best global opening for a video game movie, earning $372.6 million worldwide, making it the most successful film of 2026. Despite mixed critical reception, audience scores remain high, encouraging plans for a sequel. The article also reports the passing of Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the creator of the Double Dragon and River City series, at the age of 64.
Double Dragon creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto dies, aged 64Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the acclaimed creator of the Double Dragon and River City Ransom (Kunio-kun) series, has passed away at the age of 64. Kishimoto was a pivotal figure in the development of the side-scrolling beat 'em up genre, with his early work at Data East and later at Technos Japan defining the genre. His son confirmed his passing on April 2, 2026.
Double Dragon creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto dies aged 64Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the acclaimed creator of the beat 'em up genre and the iconic Double Dragon series, has passed away at the age of 64. Kishimoto's groundbreaking work on games like Renegade and Double Dragon established the core mechanics of the genre, influencing countless developers and titles for decades. His career began at Data East before moving to Technos Japan, and he later founded his own company, Plophet.
Obituary: Double Dragon creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto has passed away at age 64Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the acclaimed creator of the Double Dragon and Kunio-kun series, has passed away at the age of 64. Kishimoto began his career at Data East before moving to Technos, where he is credited with creating the foundational beat 'em up titles Renegade and the original Double Dragon. He later founded Plophet Co., Ltd. and continued to contribute to various game projects.
Double Dragon creator and ‘grandfather of the beat 'em up’ dies aged 64Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the influential developer behind iconic beat 'em up games like Double Dragon and Renegade, has passed away at the age of 64. Kishimoto was widely regarded as the 'grandfather of the beat 'em up' genre for his pioneering work at Technōs and Data East, establishing core mechanics that defined the genre.- Double Dragon Creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto Passes AwayYoshihisa Kishimoto, the creator of the Double Dragon and Kunio-kun series, has passed away at the age of 64. Kishimoto began his career at Data East before moving to Technos Japan, where he developed iconic titles. His recent work included directing Double Dragon IV and contributing to Stay Cool, Kobayashi-san!: A River City Ransom Story.
Double Dragon and Kunio-kun Creator Dies Aged 65Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the acclaimed creator of the Double Dragon and Kunio-kun (known internationally as River City) franchises, has passed away at the age of 65. His son confirmed the news, with no cause of death announced. Kishimoto also contributed to other titles like Data East's Cobra Command and Road Blaster.
Review: Marvel MaXimum Collection (PS5) - A Retro Comic Book Beat-'Em-Up BonanzaMarvel MaXimum Collection is a retro compilation featuring several comic book beat-'em-up titles, headlined by Konami's excellent X-Men: The Arcade Game. While not every game is a standout, the collection offers a compelling mix of superhero brawlers with excellent quality-of-life features like rollback netcode, rewind, and save states.
BreakthruThis review discusses Breakthru, an action game developed and published by Data East, originally released in arcades in 1986 and later ported to the NES. While acknowledging its competent mechanics and unique premise of retrieving a stolen fighter plane, the reviewer expresses a personal dislike for the game due to its frustrating design, short length, and awkward button mapping, ultimately deeming it a mediocre experience.
Review: Marvel Maximum Collection (Switch) - A Decent Nostalgia Cake With A Konami Cherry On TopThe Marvel Maximum Collection on Nintendo Switch offers a compilation of retro Marvel titles, with Konami's X-Men: The Arcade Game being the standout inclusion due to its multiplayer and faithful port. While other games like Silver Surfer and Captain America and The Avengers have their merits, the collection's overall quality ranges from good fun to frustrating, driven primarily by nostalgia rather than an assembly of gaming's finest.