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Alien 3 - Probe Software's Alien platformer arrives on the Amstrad CPC Plus!
Probe Software's Alien 3, originally released in the 90s for the Commodore 64, has been ported to the Amstrad CPC Plus. This new version utilizes the Amstrad Plus's specialized hardware for improved sprites, audio, and smooth scrolling across fifteen action-packed stages. The port features enhanced gameplay mechanics, an adapted soundtrack, and advanced sound effects.
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"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.
