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Batman på NES är världens bästa superhjältespel
Batman: The Video Game for the Nintendo Entertainment System, released in 1989, is argued to be the best superhero game ever made, surpassing even modern titles like the Arkham series. Developed by Sunsoft, the game is praised for its challenging yet fair gameplay, atmospheric gothic presentation, and exceptional music, particularly the track 'Streets of Desolation'.
Sunsoft is Back: Retro Game Selection 2 announced for Nintendo Switch
Sunsoft has announced Sunsoft is Back: Retro Game Selection 2 for the Nintendo Switch, set to release in Japan on December 17, 2026. This collection will feature four classic Famicom titles: Super Arabian, Ikki, The Mystery of Atlantis, and Maharaja, along with save and rewind functionality and a gallery mode with rare artwork.
Hard Edge - War Zone Next Week
SUNSOFT announced that Hard Edge - War Zone, a sci-fi tactics game based on the 1998 PlayStation action/adventure Hard Edge, will launch on Steam on July 22nd. The game will feature 4v4 multiplayer.
Real-Time Tactical Card Game Hard Edge "War Zone" Launches July 23rd on PC
SUNSOFT announced that Hard Edge "War Zone", a real-time tactical card game set in the Hard Edge universe, will launch on PC via Steam on July 23rd. The game features 4v4 team-based tactical battles and a solo roguelike campaign, with a demo currently available on Steam.
Overview trailer released for Hashire Hebereke: EX – remake of Super Famicom racer
An overview trailer has been released for Hashire Hebereke: EX, a remake of the 1994 Super Famicom racing game Hashire Hebereke. Developed by CRT Games and published by Gravity Game Arise, the remake will launch on Nintendo Switch on September 3, 2026, featuring new content, multiple game modes including online multiplayer for up to 8 players, and a rhythm game component.
T.R.A.G.: Tactical Rescue Assault Group – Mission of Mercy is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
T.R.A.G.: Tactical Rescue Assault Group – Mission of Mercy is being released on Nintendo Switch as part of the Console Archives series on July 2nd. Originally launched in 1998 by Sunsoft, this action game tasks players with rescuing scientists from an occupied building. The Console Archives series enhances classic titles with modern features like customizable controls and save points.
Firework Thrower Kantaro’s 53 Stations of the Tokaido is this week’s Console Archives on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster announced that Firework Thrower Kantaro's 53 Stations of the Tokaido, originally released by Sunsoft in 1986, will be available on Nintendo Switch via the Console Archives series starting June 4. The game, which features an action-adventure premise where the player controls a fireworks thrower traveling to Edo, will be available in English for the interface and manual, but the game content will be in Japanese only. It will be priced at $7.99.
Nintendo pre-order updates – May 31, 2026 – Dragon Quest 11 S for Switch 2, Ratatan, more
Nintendo has provided updates on pre-order availability for various games and amiibo across North America, Canada, and the UK for May 2026. Titles like Dragon Quest 11 S for Switch 2, Ratatan, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth are listed with their respective release dates and retailers. The article also includes updates on books and other merchandise related to Nintendo properties.
Hashire Hebereke: EX delayed to Spring 2026 [update: release date]
Hashire Hebereke: EX, a remake of the 1994 Super Famicom racing game, has been delayed to Spring 2026, with a Japanese eShop listing now pointing to a September 3, 2026 release. Developed by Sunsoft and published by Gravity Games Arise, the remake will feature new characters, stages, online multiplayer, and a time attack mode. Sunsoft will host a livestream showcasing an alpha build and local multiplayer.
Hashire Hebereke: EX launches in September
Gravity Game Arise announced that Hashire Hebereke: EX, a remake of the 1994 Super Famicom racing game, will launch on September 3rd for PC and Nintendo Switch. The game features various modes including Story, Battle Run, Time Attack, and online multiplayer for up to 8 players.
Sunsoft announces Route-16R, Route-16 Collection for Nintendo Switch
Sunsoft has announced Route-16R and Route-16 Collection for the Nintendo Switch, both slated for release on August 6, 2026. Route-16R is a new entry in the classic series featuring modernized visuals, a new combat system, customization options, boss battles, and the series' first multiplayer mode. Route-16 Collection will include the original Route-16 and Route-16 Turbo.
SUNSOFT announces car chase action revival ROUTE-16R for Switch, PC alongside classic re-releases
SUNSOFT and Wit One have announced ROUTE-16R, a new car chase action game for Nintendo Switch and PC. The announcement also included plans for re-releases of classic SUNSOFT titles.
SUNSOFT announces HARD EDGE real-time tactical card battler remake Hard Edge: War Zone for PC
SUNSOFT has announced Hard Edge: War Zone, a remake of their real-time tactical card battler Hard Edge. The new version will be a four-versus-four title and is set to release on PC.
Sunsoft's Upcoming Switch Game Has One Of The Most Ridiculous Titles Ever
Publisher Sunsoft is releasing a light novel game adaptation on April 23, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch, featuring an exceptionally long and humorous title. The game, titled "GAME The Strongest Job Is Apparently Not a Hero or a Sage, but an Appraiser (Provisional)!~Dungeon and Mystery Girl~," is based on a light novel series that has also been adapted into manga and an anime.
Game The Strongest Job Is Apparently Not a Hero or a Sage, but an Appraiser (Provisional) – Dungeon and Mystery Girl announced for Nintendo Switch
Sunsoft and Rocket Studio announced Game The Strongest Job Is Apparently Not a Hero or a Sage, but an Appraiser (Provisional) – Dungeon and Mystery Girl for Nintendo Switch, set to release on April 23, 2026. This fast-paced arena shooter features dungeon exploration, character progression through stat boosts and equipment, and strategic party member combinations. The game also includes a fully voiced adventure that branches from the anime's early events.
GAME The Strongest Job Is Apparently Not a Hero or a Sage, but an Appraiser (Provisional)! ~Dungeon and Mystery Girl~ announced for PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC
Publisher SUNSOFT and developer Rocket Studio have announced the upcoming release of The Strongest Job Is Apparently Not a Hero or a Sage, but an Appraiser (Provisional)! ~Dungeon and Mystery Girl~. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
The 10 Best Game Boy and Game Boy Color Games on Nintendo Switch, Plus 5 We’d Like to See – SwitchArcade Special – TouchArcade
This article highlights ten favorite Game Boy and Game Boy Color games currently available on the Nintendo Switch eShop, along with five additional titles fans would like to see. It covers a range of genres including RPGs, platformers, and action games, featuring titles like Shantae, Collection of SaGa Final Fantasy Legend, and TMNT III: Radical Rescue.
Reviews Featuring ‘Ace Attorney Investigations Collection’, Plus New Releases and Sales – TouchArcade
This article reviews several new and re-released games for the Nintendo Switch, including Ace Attorney Investigations Collection, Gimmick! 2, Valfaris: Mecha Therion, and Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Party Dash. It also highlights new releases like Cyborg Force and Mining Mechs, and lists various ongoing and ending sales on the eShop.
Reviews Featuring ‘Fitness Boxing feat. Hatsune Miku’, Plus New Releases, Sales, and Good-Byes – TouchArcade
This marks the final regular SwitchArcade Round-Up from TouchArcade, with the author moving on after eleven and a half years. The article features reviews of 'Fitness Boxing feat. Hatsune Miku' and 'Magical Delicacy', alongside summaries of new releases like 'NBA 2K25' and 'Shogun Showdown', and extensive lists of current and expiring sales.
City Hunter Review
This review covers the belated Western release of the 1990 City Hunter video game, developed by SUNSOFT and Red Art Games, and published by SUNSOFT and Clouded Leopard Entertainment. Available on platforms including Windows, TurboGrafx-16, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5, the game offers simplistic action-platforming gameplay with adventure elements, reminiscent of Elevator Action and LucasArts titles. While praised for its faithfulness to the source material and inclusion of features like a rewind function, the game's dated mechanics and navigation issues are noted as significant drawbacks.
