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Tomb Lady, Orion and more! - An AI assisted games pack for the Amiga by Peppe74
A new collection of five homebrew games for the Commodore Amiga, developed by Peppe74 with AI assistance, has been released. The games, including X-VADERS, TOMB LADY, BEAM STORM, KID GRATICULOUS, and ORION: ALIEN ATTACKERS FROM THE PLEIADES, run on stock Amiga 500 or Amiga 1000 hardware without requiring extra memory.
Rastan - Another teased [UPDATE] to a fabulous WIP Amiga 500 and above Arcade game!
An update has been released for the fan-made Amiga conversion of Taito's 1987 arcade game Rastan. This ambitious project, developed by basementApe, features re-worked sprites and backgrounds, optimized to run on a stock Amiga 500. The latest version includes bug fixes, flail power-ups, updated boss AI, and reworked stage elements.
Black Tiger - Capcom's brilliant 1987 platformer ported to the Sega Mega Drive and soon Amiga!
Developer Str1der is creating a new Amiga port of Capcom's 1987 arcade game Black Tiger, based on a recent Sega Mega Drive conversion by Rester159. This homebrew project utilizes AI tools but required extensive manual work, featuring remapped graphics, custom features, and faithful gameplay for Amiga 500 and Amiga 1200.
NYBBLE & NIBBLE - An impressive AI Amiga game, that isn't actually AI Slop
NYBBLE & NIBBLE, a new Commodore Amiga port of the original Commodore 64 adventure, has been released by Gaboo Arts Entertainment. The game features reworked graphics, custom Amiga music, and advanced lighting effects, running on standard OCS Amigas with 1MB of RAM. It is praised for its modern indie game polish and inventive use of AI-assisted development.
Lost in the Middle Ages - Another fantastic game is in the works for the Amiga 500 by HooGames2017
HooGames2017, known for its Commodore Amiga titles, has announced its new Scorpion Engine game, Lost in the Middle Ages, for the Amiga 500. This adventure game features a medieval setting with a prophesied hero and traditional RPG progression, drawing inspiration from Wonder Boy with an emphasis on exploration.
Cat in the Sky with Diamonds - A colourful psychedelic arcade game for the Amiga by Fourseasons
Fourseasons has released "Cat in the Sky with Diamonds," a new psychedelic arcade game for the Amiga 500 developed by Alberto Sgaggero using AMOS Professional. The game features fast-paced gameplay with shifting gravity and collectable diamonds, but includes a health warning due to its intense flashing lights and visual effects.
Fliegeralarms Wintergames AGA & Flieger Minigolf ECS/OCS Amiga 500 - Two AI Amiga games from Fliegeralarm Games
Fliegeralarm Games has released Flieger Minigolf for the Amiga 500, featuring AI-crafted courses and a scrolling island perspective. The company is also developing Fliegeralarms Wintergames AGA for the Amiga 1200, which will include multiple winter sports events and AGA graphics. Both games utilize AI for content generation, with a disclaimer for those who prefer to avoid AI-assisted titles.
Harrier Attack Reloaded - Amsoft's classic is unofficially coming to the Amiga
An unofficial Amiga port of the 1984 Amsoft classic Harrier Attack is in development by tonnyrh. This new version targets a stock Amiga 500 and aims to enhance the original gameplay with smooth hardware scrolling, improved audio, and optimized graphics, while keeping the project focused on Amiga development.
Treasure of Usas - An MSX and MSX2 Konami game arrives on the Amiga via Hoffman
The classic Konami MSX2 platformer Treasure of Usas has been ported to the Amiga by developer Hoffman. This near 1:1 port is designed to run on a standard Amiga 500 and features a 50/60Hz upgrade for smoother gameplay. An enhanced edition with overhauled graphics and sound is planned for the future.
Oracle - An unfinished Amiga dungeon crawler finally makes an appearance
Oracle, a long-lost first-person 3D dungeon crawler RPG originally developed for the Commodore Amiga in 1996, has been released in a preserved, ready-to-run state. This unfinished version 0.3d allows modern players to experience the game via emulators or Amiga hardware, showcasing mid-90s development features like a mouse-driven interface and auto-mapping. While it runs well on expanded Amiga 1200 systems, compatibility may be an issue on stock Amiga 500 configurations.
Babylonian Twins - An unreleased Amiga game from 1993 has finally appeared with an eye opening backstory.
Babylonian Twins, Iraq's first Amiga video game originally developed in 1993 under harsh conditions, has been officially released for free on the Commodore Amiga. The game's completion was hindered by Commodore's collapse and sanctions, but a community investigation in 2008 led to its rediscovery and eventual free release by the original developers.
James Pond: RoboCod, my favourite Amiga game, is getting a limited physical Switch 2 release
System 3 has announced James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough, a collection of four James Pond games including James Pond 2: RoboCod, set for a limited physical release on Nintendo Switch 2 in October 2026. The collection will feature 12 versions across multiple classic platforms and introduce the 'Pondverse,' an interactive museum dedicated to the series. This release emphasizes game preservation with physical copies and original versions of the games.
The James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough announced for Nintendo Switch 2
System 3 has announced The James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough for the Nintendo Switch 2, scheduled for an October release. This collection will feature twelve versions of four classic James Pond titles across multiple retro platforms, including an interactive hub called the Pondverse and a new original song. The physical collector's edition will be limited to 6,000 copies.
Project Hydron - This Battle Squadron tease could be rather decent for the Amiga!
Cobour has announced Hydron, a new vertical shoot 'em up for the Commodore Amiga inspired by Hybris and Battle Squadron. The game is designed to run on a standard Amiga 500 with 1MB of RAM and adheres to OCS and PAL standards. Development is ongoing, with monthly devlogs and testable ADF disk images planned.
New game gets simultaneous release on PS5. Xbox and, er the Amiga – what a time to be alive
Fancy Factory has launched its new retro-inspired maze-bomber game, KABOOMANIA, simultaneously on a wide array of platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and multiple Commodore Amiga models. The game features 1,000 handcrafted levels, a 16-bit visual style, and a soundtrack by legendary composer Chris Huelsbeck. KABOOMANIA is available now for $9.90, with a physical Amiga edition planned.
SFII: Ape Edition - Another Amiga Street Fighter 2 project makes an appearance, and it's looking GOOD so far!
APE is developing a fan project for the Amiga 500 called SFII: Ape Edition, utilizing the Scorpion Engine. The in-development version features mostly complete movesets for Chun-Li, Blanka, and Zangief, with plans to add Ryu and dynamic frame loading. A playable test version is available.
Nova squadron of Hope - An upcoming arcade shooter developed for the Amiga using AMOS Professional
DjPiotrs has announced NOVA: Squadron of Hope, an upcoming arcade shooter developed using AMOS Professional for the Amiga 500 and 1200, scheduled for release in November. The game features hand-drawn pixel art, fast-paced action, and will receive future updates including a campaign mode and new content. It aims to capture the spirit of early 1990s Amiga shooters like Project-X and R-Type.
Moon Cresta - A faithful recreation of an Arcade classic for the Amiga via Johnny Acevedo(Amiten Games)
Amiten Games has released a faithful recreation of the arcade classic Moon Cresta for the Amiga, developed from scratch by Johnny Acevedo. This version aims for "arcade-perfect" 50 FPS gameplay on Amiga 1200 systems by utilizing AMAL and optimizing the programming loop. While the Amiga 500 currently runs at 25 FPS, the project is a tribute to the original Nichibutsu game and AMOS creator François Lionet.
The NES is 45 years old – here’s why there’s no nostalgia for it in the UK
The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), despite its global importance and iconic franchises, had a minimal cultural impact and generated little nostalgia in the UK. This is attributed to its late release in 1987, high price point compared to dominant home computers like the ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64, and a perception of being for children, unlike Sega's offerings. While foundational for many genres and franchises in North America and Japan, the NES's legacy in the UK is largely overshadowed by these market factors.
International Amiga Day - The day has come to celebrate the Amiga!
International Amiga Day is celebrated on May 31st to honor over 30 years of the Commodore Amiga. The retro gaming community is encouraged to participate by using Amiga hardware, playing games, and preserving the system. The day also serves to celebrate the legacy of Dragon Gyorgy, the original inspiration for the event.
