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Yes, I know you want the Banjo-Kazooie handheld, but there's a Super Pocket flavor that could save you a few…
While the new Banjo-Kazooie edition of the Super Pocket retro handheld is appealing, alternative versions like the TECHNOS edition can be purchased for less and later combined with a physical Banjo-Kazooie collection. This approach offers a cost-saving opportunity for those not prioritizing the specific Rare branding or its included back-catalog.
Double Dragon and Kunio-kun creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto dies at 64
Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the acclaimed creator of the Double Dragon and Kunio-kun (River City) series, has passed away at the age of 64. Kishimoto began his career in the early 1980s and was instrumental in shaping the beat 'em up genre with titles like Renegade and River City Ransom. His work at Technos Japan also included sequels and spin-offs for these popular franchises.
Double Dragon creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto dies, aged 64
Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the acclaimed creator of the Double Dragon and River City Ransom (Kunio-kun) series, has passed away at the age of 64. Kishimoto was a pivotal figure in the development of the side-scrolling beat 'em up genre, with his early work at Data East and later at Technos Japan defining the genre. His son confirmed his passing on April 2, 2026.
Double Dragon creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto dies aged 64
Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the acclaimed creator of the beat 'em up genre and the iconic Double Dragon series, has passed away at the age of 64. Kishimoto's groundbreaking work on games like Renegade and Double Dragon established the core mechanics of the genre, influencing countless developers and titles for decades. His career began at Data East before moving to Technos Japan, and he later founded his own company, Plophet.
Obituary: Double Dragon creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto has passed away at age 64
Yoshihisa Kishimoto, the acclaimed creator of the Double Dragon and Kunio-kun series, has passed away at the age of 64. Kishimoto began his career at Data East before moving to Technos, where he is credited with creating the foundational beat 'em up titles Renegade and the original Double Dragon. He later founded Plophet Co., Ltd. and continued to contribute to various game projects.
Scott Pilgrim EX review
Scott Pilgrim EX is a retro-inspired beat 'em up from Tribute Games Inc. that offers a palatable but brief and easygoing experience. While it features a modern take on the genre with explorable cities and character upgrades, its short campaign and easily maxed-out stats prevent it from fully realizing its potential compared to its inspirations or contemporaries.
Romance of the three Kunios today ⊟ - Tiny Cartridge 3DS
River City Saga: Three Kingdoms reimagines the River City Ransom characters in ancient China, allowing players to reenact famous battles from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms. Developed by WayForward, the game aims to teach players about the historical period through its gameplay.
Romance of the three Kunios today ⊟
River City Saga: Three Kingdoms is a new game that recasts the characters from River City Ransom as fantasy wizards in ancient China, reenacting famous battles. The game aims to teach players the basics of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms. It is available on Nintendo Switch.