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Magic Pockets - A great Amiga platformer as a port for the Amstrad CPC 6128 via Lake Software and AI
The 1991 platformer Magic Pockets, originally developed by The Bitmap Brothers and published by Renegade, has been ported to the Amstrad CPC 6128 by Lake Software with AI assistance. The conversion aims to replicate the original gameplay and features, including the animated intro and title track, with fluid gameplay and sound powered by the CPC's AY audio chip.
The shortlist for 2026's Golden Joystick Awards is out, including PC Game of the Year, and you can vote now
The shortlist for the 44th annual Golden Joystick Awards has been released, featuring nominees for PC Game of the Year and other categories. Voting is now open for the public, with the deadline set for October 23rd. Winners will be announced at a ceremony on November 11th.
Speedball review – Couch Classic Comes Back to Console
The rebooted Speedball offers a high-octane arcade brawler experience, blending elements of handball, ice hockey, and brawling with a futuristic, dystopian aesthetic. Developed by Rebellion, the game captures the frantic essence of the original while featuring slick visuals and satisfying gameplay, though its online and single-player modes are noted as somewhat underdeveloped.
