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Remakes och remasters är inget nytt fenomen
The article discusses the long history of video game remakes and remasters, arguing that the practice is not a new phenomenon driven by developer laziness. It defines remakes as games rebuilt from the ground up with updated assets and mechanics, while remasters involve graphical and audio enhancements to existing games. Examples from the 8-bit and 16-bit eras, as well as early PC titles, are provided to illustrate the historical prevalence of these updated versions.
PS5 Port of Acclaimed PS2 Action Game Out Today on PlayStation Store
Ports of the 2004 PlayStation 2 action-adventure game Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy are now available on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 via the PlayStation Store and the PS Plus Premium catalog. Developed by Midway, the game allows players to wield psychic powers as elite agent Nick Scryer to unravel a conspiracy. The release includes 20 trophies, with a Platinum trophy available.
Galaga - An Arcade classic as a new Commodore Amiga conversion by JOTD and team! [UPDATE]
A new, feature-complete Commodore Amiga conversion of the classic arcade game Galaga has been released by JOTD and their team. Originally developed by Namco and Midway in 1981, this version offers a full 1:1 arcade experience with fixed bugs and improved performance, including an update that optimizes it for the Amiga 500.
Mortal Kombat 2 writer says one of the big "mistakes" from the first movie was not having the game developers "as creatively involved as they should have been"
Mortal Kombat 2 writer Jeremy Slater stated that a key improvement over the first film was the increased creative involvement of NetherRealm Studios, the developers of the Mortal Kombat game franchise. Slater emphasized that consulting directly with the game's creators for lore and mythology was crucial for the sequel's success, which has seen a stronger box office opening and better critical reception than its predecessor.
The Legacy of WWE All Stars, 15 Years Later
This article revisits WWE All Stars fifteen years after its release, highlighting its embrace of arcade-style, over-the-top action and fantasy matchups between current and legendary wrestlers. Despite some flaws in gameplay mechanics and presentation, the game is remembered for its fun, less simulation-focused approach to wrestling games, offering a unique experience that broke from the norm.
World Championship Wrestling once spent millions on a gimmick ripping off Mortal Kombat’s Sub-Zero, before Midway threatened to sue and WCW immediately gave up: 'We were gonna lose big, like real big'
World Championship Wrestling (WCW) spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on a wrestler named Glacier, whose gimmick heavily borrowed from Mortal Kombat's Sub-Zero. Midway, the publisher of Mortal Kombat, threatened a lawsuit, leading WCW to quickly alter the character's appearance and entrance. Despite the significant investment and the legal threat, the Glacier gimmick ultimately failed to gain traction and was eventually abandoned.
California Speed
California Speed, a port of the arcade racing game, offers a variety of unique tracks set across California for the Nintendo 64. Despite its strengths in track design and content volume, the game suffers from simplified, loose handling, a frustrating AI, and significantly downgraded graphics compared to its arcade counterpart. The review concludes that while it has some interesting ideas, the overall execution makes it a mediocre racing game on a platform with many better options.
Here Are The 12 Finalists For The World Video Game Hall Of Fame In 2026
The Strong Museum has revealed the 12 finalists for the 2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame, including first-time nominees like Silent Hill, Mega Man, and League of Legends, alongside returning candidates such as Angry Birds. The inductees will be announced on May 7, with a "Player's Choice" category allowing fan votes to influence one ballot.
Come chase your clone through an exquisite, comicbook-inspired world of seashells and ancient machines
Helix: Descent N Ascent, a new puzzle and platform game inspired by indie comics, has released a demo on Steam. Players control a character who can evolve and devolve to solve puzzles in a monochrome world. The full game is expected later this year.
