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Kaz is a minimalist, grid-based action roguelike arcade game for PC that emphasizes fast reaction times and psychedelic visuals. The game challenges players with choices and pushes the boundaries of visual design.
Nintendo's Extremely Rare FMV Arcade Game from 1974 Has Been Restored By A Dedicated Fan
Arcade collector Callan Brown has successfully restored Nintendo's extremely rare 1974 FMV arcade game, Wild Gunman '74. Using original film reels and modern technology, Brown recreated the full-size cabinet and gun unit, documenting the process in a detailed YouTube video. The restoration aims to preserve the game's unique technology and experience for enthusiasts.
Kings Do Not Fall to Be Featured in Steam Medieval Fest!
Kings Do Not Fall, a retro-style beat 'em up developed by HyperDevbox, will be featured in the Steam Medieval Fest from April 20 to April 27. The game will also be available at a 20% discount during the event. Developed by veteran Carlo Perconti, the game pays homage to classic 90s arcade titles with modern gameplay enhancements.
SNK Teases New Metal Slug Game for Franchise’s 30th Anniversary
SNK is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its classic Metal Slug franchise by teasing a new game. The publisher, known for its arcade shooters and fighting games like The King of Fighters XV and the upcoming Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, has generated excitement and speculation among fans about the direction of the new title.
30 years on, Metal Slug's arcade action and stylish visuals owe Studio Ghibli a debt: "We were very much inspired by Hayao Miyazaki's book, Daydream Note"
This article delves into the development and inspirations behind the classic arcade game Metal Slug, originally created by Nazca Corporation for SNK's Neo Geo. Kazuma Kujo, a key figure from Irem who helped form Nazca, reveals that the game's design was influenced by Hayao Miyazaki's book 'Daydream Note' and evolved from earlier Irem titles like 'In The Hunt'. Despite being developed during the rise of 3D gaming, Metal Slug's distinctive 2D visuals and gameplay mechanics were a result of the Neo Geo hardware and specific design choices, not necessarily an artistic preference for 2D.
Lost Nintendo game lives after 50 years as arcade collector uses ancient film reels and Wii-style tech to create "what might be the only playable Wild Gunman" machine in the world
An arcade collector named Callan Brown has recreated Nintendo's lost 1974 arcade game, Wild Gunman, using digitized film reels and modern technology. The recreation utilizes Unity for the game logic, infrared LEDs for gun detection similar to the Wii remote, and an Arduino for score tracking. Brown plans to showcase the machine and potentially release the code and game assets in the future.
The 90s snake rush returns in 3D, and every run teaches you real words.
Babelum is a new indie game that blends classic snake-like arcade gameplay with language learning principles. Players collect letters to form words in one of ten supported languages, with challenges increasing through different level types and themes. The game aims to make learning feel like play, with future plans including an arcade mode, multiplayer, and an open-source release.
How Death by Scrolling Turns Endless Movement Into Pure Panic
Death by Scrolling, an action game inspired by classic arcade titles and the concept of endless scrolling on phones, has launched on Xbox Series X and Series S. The game features a core mechanic where players must constantly move upwards to outrun a pursuing entity known as The Reaper, while battling enemies and collecting resources. A major update accompanying the console launch introduces a new character, biome, and various improvements.
Classic Kong - An Iconic arcade game now reimagined for the Atari Jaguar
Developer swapd0 has released Classic Kong, a homebrew reimagining of the arcade classic Donkey Kong for the Atari Jaguar. This unofficial project faithfully recreates the original game's platforming action, challenging levels, and timeless charm for the 64-bit console.
BurgerTom - Classic Arcade game Burger Time for your Atari Jaguar by swapd0
BurgerTom, an unofficial homebrew conversion of the classic arcade game BurgerTime, has been released for the Atari Jaguar. Developed by swapd0, this version features enhanced performance, refined graphics by Martial Daviaud, and a retro-inspired soundtrack by Jérémie 'Glafouk' Glafouk, aiming to capture the original's charm while offering a fresh experience on the legendary system.
Zippy Race as an Amiga 500 port by Modern Vintage Gamer ( WIP ALPHA )
Modern Vintage Gamer is developing a fan port of the 1983 arcade game Zippy Race for the Amiga 500. An alpha version of the game, which features a motorcycle race from Los Angeles to New York City, has been released to the public for feedback. The port aims to faithfully recreate the original arcade experience with optimized performance for Amiga systems.
Marvel Maximum Collection Review | NoobFeed
The Marvel Maximum Collection on Nintendo Switch is praised for its excellent port of the X-Men arcade game, which is considered worth the price of admission alone. While other games like Maximum Carnage are included, many are seen as nostalgic novelties from the 90s, with some published by LJN. Limited Run Games has provided quality-of-life improvements, making them the best versions available, though it doesn't reach the scope of collections like Cowabunga Collection.
Best Group Activities in Lewisville for Friends and Families
Lewisville, Texas offers a variety of group activities for friends and families, including indoor entertainment like arcades and laser tag, as well as outdoor recreation at Lewisville Lake. Push Start Play is highlighted as a popular arcade destination with a wide selection of games and group packages. The article provides tips for planning successful group outings, emphasizing choosing the right venue, booking in advance, and selecting games enjoyable for all participants.
Everything Evercade: All the latest cartridge releases and consoles for Blaze's modern retro platform
Blaze's Evercade platform has expanded significantly since its 2020 debut, offering a range of retro consoles from handhelds to arcade machines that utilize physical cartridges. Recent releases include Taito Arcade 3 and The Turrican Collection, with upcoming compilations like Mega Cat Studios Collection 3 and Activision Collection 2 on the horizon. The Evercade Nexus handheld is set to offer enhanced features for early 3D games, while the platform's unique emulation approach prioritizes convenience and accuracy over user customization.
Taito Milestones 4 Review 🕹️
Taito Milestones 4 is a collection featuring 10 arcade releases, including three unreleased titles like ARKHANOID, SYVALION, and CAMELTRY. The compilation offers a variety of genres from brick-breakers and action games to sports and beat 'em ups, with a focus on retro gameplay experiences.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 627
Several Push Square staff members share their gaming plans for the weekend, including playing Marvel MaXimum Collection, X-Men Arcade Game, People of Note, and Returnal. They also express anticipation for the upcoming game Saros and encourage readers to share their own weekend gaming activities in the comments.
Pragmatic Play takes a retro detour with Chicken+, a high-risk arcade spin-off
Pragmatic Play has released Chicken+, a new arcade-style game inspired by Frogger. The game challenges players to guide a chicken across a busy highway, with successful crossings increasing a multiplier. Chicken+ features four difficulty settings and emphasizes risk versus reward, with transparent information on potential returns and success rates before each move.
Marvel MaXimum Collection First Impressions: Preserving the Past As-Is While Also Providing Optional New Features
The Marvel MaXimum Collection brings together classic arcade Marvel titles like X-Men Arcade and Silver Surfer, with a focus on preserving the original pixelated experience. Limited Run Games appears to be upholding its reputation for meticulous game preservation while also offering optional new features.
TEMPEST® Spins Into Retrocade on Apple Arcade
Resolution Games has added the classic arcade shooter Tempest to its Retrocade collection on Apple Arcade, bringing the total to 12 iconic titles. The game is now available on Apple Vision Pro, iPhone, and iPad, featuring fast-paced gameplay and distinctive vector graphics. Retrocade continues to expand with future updates planned.
Gino the Muncher - A simple maze arcade game for the Commodore 64, loosely inspired by early '80s classics
Massimo Bonucchi has released Gino the Muncher, a new homebrew arcade maze game for the Commodore 64. Inspired by early 1980s classics, the game challenges players to eat all dots while avoiding ghosts, with a unique power-up mechanic that grants temporary invincibility without offensive capabilities.
