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Edia announces Dragon Slayer: The Legend of Heroes 1 & 2 for Nintendo Switch, Psikyo Memories and Toshinden Collection for Switch 2
Edia has announced the upcoming release of several classic game collections for the Nintendo Switch, including Dragon Slayer: The Legend of Heroes 1 & 2, Psikyo Memories, and Toshinden Collection. These titles, originally from PC Engine, PlayStation, and arcades, are slated for a worldwide release in 2027, aiming to bring retro gaming experiences to modern platforms.
Space Harrier (NES)
This review discusses the NES port of the arcade rail shooter Space Harrier, developed by AM2 and published by Takara. Despite significant technological limitations compared to the arcade original, the Famicom version is praised for its smooth scrolling and playable simulation of the game's look, outperforming the Sega Master System port. However, it suffers from slowdown, flicker, reduced speed, and a lack of continues, making it a challenging experience.
Robosen Soundwave review: A childhood dream made real
The Robosen Soundwave is an officially licensed auto-converting Transformer toy that brings the iconic character to life with impressive detail and functionality. It can transform between robot and boombox modes, speak classic lines voiced by Frank Welker, and even function as a Bluetooth speaker, though its audio quality is mediocre. Despite a high price tag of $1,400 and some minor drawbacks like voice recognition issues and structural integrity when powered down, the toy offers a magical experience for fans, especially children.