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JOTD's Bad Dudes vs DragonNinja port for the Amiga gets an AGA update tease
JOTD has released a new update for their Amiga port of Bad Dudes vs. Dragon Ninja, featuring parallax scrolling, 2-player mode, and faster blits. While the original 1989 release by Data East/Imagine was criticized, this AGA update promises to be a hit in the Amiga scene. The update requires a PAL Amiga 1200/4000 with fast memory and WHDLoad installed.
Karate Champ is this week’s Console Archives game for Nintendo Switch 2
Karate Champ is being released for the Nintendo Switch 2 as part of the Console Archives lineup on September 24, 2026, for $7.99. This 1986 DATA EAST action game features simple controls for executing a variety of moves. The Console Archives series adds modern features like customizable button layouts and save points to classic titles.
Karnov is this week’s Arcade Archives title for Nintendo Switch 2, and Switch
Karnov is the latest title to join the Arcade Archives collection, releasing for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch on September 10, 2026. The 1987 action side-scroller features Karnov breathing fire and utilizing various weapon upgrades to defeat enemies and reclaim stolen treasures. The Arcade Archives series faithfully reproduces classic games with added features like save files, rewind, and online rankings, with the 'Arcade Archives 2' series introducing a TIME ATTACK MODE and VRR support.
Joe & Mac Retro Collection gets release date, physical release, Nintendo Switch 2 version
Red Art Games has announced that the Joe & Mac Retro Collection will be released digitally on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on October 29, 2026. Physical editions, including standard, deluxe, and a "Rock" edition, are slated for early 2027. The collection features Joe & Mac: Caveman Ninja, Congo's Caper, and Joe & Mac 2: Lost in the Tropics, with quality-of-life improvements and bonus modes.
Burger Time - Data East's classic 1982 arcade game gets a Commodore VIC-20 port
A new port of Data East's 1982 arcade game BurgerTime has been released for the Commodore VIC-20. Developed by Beamrider using Assembly language, this port offers a smooth and faithful recreation of the classic coin-op experience. Players control chef Peter Pepper to assemble hamburgers while avoiding aggressive food enemies.
Hercules no Eikou 2 Taitan No Metsubou is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Hercules no Eikou 2 Taitan No Metsubou, an RPG originally released in 1989 by Data East, is being added to the Nintendo Switch's Console Archives lineup on July 16. The digital release will feature an English user interface and manual, though the game itself remains in Japanese. The Console Archives series enhances classic titles with modern features like save points and customizable controls.
Toujinmakyouden Hercules no Eikou is this week’s Console Archives on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster 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-release
Hamster 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 announced
Daewon 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 2
Rohga: 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 Korea
An 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 swapd0
BurgerTom, 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 64
Yoshihisa 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 film
The 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 64
Yoshihisa 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 64
Yoshihisa 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 64
Yoshihisa 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 64
Yoshihisa 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 Away
Yoshihisa 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 65
Yoshihisa 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.
