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Mega Man: Dual Override Robot Master Design Contest finalists revealed
Capcom has revealed the six finalists for the Robot Master Design Contest for Mega Man: Dual Override, chosen from over 10,000 entries. The winning design will be included in the game alongside seven other robot masters designed by Capcom. Mega Man: Dual Override is slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
The AmiGoonies (1986) - Iconic MSX game 'The Goonies' gets an in-dev Amiga port [Update]
An in-development Amiga port of the classic 1986 MSX game 'The Goonies' is being created as a tribute to the original title's 40th anniversary. This homebrew project, built with the Scorpion Engine, aims to leverage the Amiga's hardware for enhanced graphics, scrolling, and sound while retaining the adventurous platforming gameplay. An updated alpha version (v0.2.5) has been released, featuring recreated assets, improved color palettes, new screens, and functional gameplay systems like a score and experience bar.
Traps N' Gemstones - Another lovely game released for the C64 by Donut 80
Donut 80 has released a new Commodore 64 platformer titled 'Traps N' Gemstones'. The game is set in a dangerous pyramid filled with snakes, bats, mummies, and shifting traps, requiring players to collect keys and solve puzzles to uncover hidden relics. Previous Donut 80 titles include Superstar Chefs, The Last Pumpkin, and Egg Fued.
Planet of Lana II Released
Wishfully and Thunderful Publishing have released Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf, a sequel to the platformer. The game is now available for PC, including on GOG.com, and other consoles.
Planet of Lana 2 review - a grander, more dynamic platformer sequel | RPS
Planet of Lana 2 is a gorgeous sequel that expands upon the original's puzzles and storytelling. The game builds a rich history with complex layers and characters, offering a grander and more dynamic platforming experience.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition Review | NoobFeed
The Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition is a commendable, albeit minimal, homage to the iconic platformer. While its visuals have aged well and the addition of a rewind feature improves gameplay, the collection lacks substantial extras like interviews or art galleries, offering only the 1992 SNES prototype as bonus content. Despite these shortcomings, it remains the definitive way to experience the classic Rayman title.
Review - CAVEBLAZERS - Spelunky with better combat?
Caveblazers is an action-focused platformer-roguelite that attempts to differentiate itself with combat mechanics, but ultimately fails due to poor execution and unbalanced RNG. While the music is praised, the graphics are considered worse than early Atari games, and the gameplay is described as frustrating and unfair. The game was released on May 24, 2017, for PC.
Review - CRASH BANDICOOT N.SANE TRILOGY - Triple Woah!
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a flawless remaster of the original three PlayStation 1 platformers, featuring fantastic graphical upgrades and remixed soundtracks. While the core gameplay remains true to the originals, some levels retain their original unfair difficulty and trial-and-error design, and loading times can be frequent.
THE MESSENGER - Ninja Gaiden Demastered
The Messenger, a new pixel art ninja platformer from Sabotage Studio and Devolver Digital, is set to release on August 30, 2018, for PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a unique mechanic allowing players to switch between 8-bit and 16-bit aesthetics and gameplay styles, paying homage to classic NES and Super NES titles like Ninja Gaiden.
Review – Never Grave The Witch and The Curse (PC)
Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse is a new Metroidvania x roguelite platformer developed by Frontside 180 and published by Pocketpair Inc. Players control a cursed hat that possesses beings to utilize their abilities and magic to fight enemies and rebuild a village. Despite its roguelite nature requiring repetition, the game is praised for its stunning aesthetics, engaging combat, strategic possession mechanics, and charming presentation.
Influential Game Designer Rob Pardo Hosting GDC Festival of Gaming March 12
Influential game designer Rob Pardo will deliver a keynote titled “An Odyssey in Building Games That Last” at the GDC Festival of Gaming on March 12. Pardo, known for his work on StarCraft, World of Warcraft, and Diablo, will reflect on his career and discuss his current project, Arkheron, with Bonfire Studios. The GDC Festival of Gaming runs from March 9-13 in San Francisco.
Pogui Review | TheXboxHub
Pogui is a petite indie platformer that, despite its generic checklist appearance, offers a surprisingly energetic and characterful experience. While not groundbreaking, its precise controls, clever use of basic mechanics, and well-designed levels make it a purely entertaining game that provides a satisfying sense of accomplishment.
Join Humble Choice And Get These 8 PC Games At No Additional Charge This Month
Humble Choice has revealed its lineup of eight PC games for March 2026, available through its monthly subscription service. Headlining the selection are Chants of Senaar, Etrian Odyssey III HD, and Zero Hour, with other titles including Bread & Fred, Hard West II, Smalland: Survive the Wild, Sworn, and Tempest Rising. Subscribers also receive perks like discounts on new games and a portion of the subscription fee goes to charity.
Review: Planet Of Lana 2: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - A Charming Trek Through A Fantastic World
Planet of Lana 2 is a charming indie platform puzzler that builds upon its predecessor with a wider scope and refined mechanics. The game features a compelling mystery, beautiful hand-painted visuals, and an intoxicating score, all running at a smooth 60fps on the Nintendo Switch 2. While the gameplay emphasizes methodical timing and puzzle-solving, it remains accessible and offers a fresh experience with its unique creature and Mui manipulation mechanics.
Run And Jump Through Space With Pixel Into The Galaxy
Pixel into the Galaxy, a new indie platformer from Bits ‘n’ Bite Studios, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC for £4.19. The game challenges players with straightforward run-and-jump gameplay as they guide a lone explorer across hazardous environments in search of home.
Single-Screen Arcade Platformer Go! Go! Mister Chickums Launching April 2
The single-screen arcade platformer Go! Go! Mister Chickums, developed by com8com1, is set to launch on April 2. The game will feature 100 levels and support both single-player and local co-op modes. It will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Return to Dark Castle Released
Return to Dark Castle has been released on Steam for Windows, macOS, and Linux. This title revives the classic platformers Dark Castle and its sequel, which were originally launched for Macintosh in 1986.
Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf Will Run at 4K/60 FPS on PS5 and Xbox Series X
Developer Wishfully has confirmed that Planet of Lana 2: Children of the Leaf will run at 4K/60 FPS on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, with options for quality or performance. The Xbox Series S will target 1440p/60 FPS, and the Nintendo Switch will run at 720p/60 FPS in handheld and 1080p/60 FPS docked. Creative director Adam Stjärnljus also noted that the sequel is designed to be accessible to new players.
The Legend of Red Ninja news
The Legend of Red Ninja is a 2D modern retro pixelated beat'em-up with platformer mechanics, aiming to capture the feel of 8/16-bit era games. It features a variety of moves and combos, allowing players to smash many faces while maintaining 90s-style visuals.
THE NEWZEALAND STORY: Untold Adventure Released
The New Zealand Story: Untold Adventure, a remake of the 1988 platformer by TAITO, has been released for PC on Steam. This new version offers players the chance to experience the classic adventure with updated features.