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Joe & Mac Retro Collection gets release date, physical release, Nintendo Switch 2 version
Red Art Games has announced that the Joe & Mac Retro Collection will be released digitally on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on October 29, 2026. Physical editions, including standard, deluxe, and a "Rock" edition, are slated for early 2027. The collection features Joe & Mac: Caveman Ninja, Congo's Caper, and Joe & Mac 2: Lost in the Tropics, with quality-of-life improvements and bonus modes.
Mega Man: Dual Override and Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen hands-on previews
Capcom provided hands-on previews for two upcoming titles: Mega Man: Dual Override and Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen. Mega Man: Dual Override is a 2.5D platformer featuring new abilities and challenging bosses, while Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen is an expansion adding a new snowy region with quests and new enemies.
Mega Man: Dual Override reveals Proto Man, Twinkle Girl, more
Mega Man: Dual Override revealed Proto Man and Twinkle Girl in a new trailer, showcasing their roles in the upcoming action platformer. The game, set to launch in 2027 on Nintendo Switch, features a new Override system for modifying abilities and battling Robot Masters.
Mariachi Legends gets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Halberd Studios has announced that Mariachi Legends will be released on Nintendo Switch on April 17, 2027, with a new trailer also revealed. The game combines side-scrolling beat-'em-up gameplay with platforming and exploration, set in a world inspired by Mexican culture and folklore.
1983 platformer Manic Miner returning on Nintendo Switch
BBG Entertainment announced that the classic 1983 platformer Manic Miner will be released on Nintendo Switch this fall. This new version, authorized by original creator Matthew Smith, features redesigned levels with modern graphics, revamped controls, and a newly recorded soundtrack, while ensuring Smith will participate in the proceeds.
Tossdown coming to Nintendo Switch
Acclaim and Fer Factor have confirmed that Tossdown will be released on the Nintendo Switch, though a specific launch date has not yet been announced. The game, inspired by the Dreamcast era, tasks players with delivering packages while surviving hazards and enemies using wacky power-ups and perks.
Sorry, Coyote vs. Acme - this obscure PS1 stealth game stole your thunder 25 years ago
Sheep Raider, also known as Sheep, Dog 'n' Wolf, is a PlayStation 1 stealth puzzle-platformer that released 25 years ago, predating the film Coyote vs. Acme. The game features Ralf Wolf, a cousin of Wile E. Coyote, as he participates in a satirical game show to steal sheep. Despite its puzzle-focused gameplay, the game incorporates numerous Looney Tunes tropes and characters, offering a unique cartoon-like experience.
This week in PC games: Gamescom and GTA 6 fight for our attention, but don't forget Folk Emerging, MGS4 and the horror game about balancing a cake
This week's PC gaming news is dominated by Gamescom and a Grand Theft Auto 6 documentary, alongside a significant number of new game releases. Notable titles include the early access milsim Burned Horizons, horror visual novel Money for Girls: Amortized, and Patrice Désilets' long-troubled 1666: Amsterdam. Other releases span various genres, from bullet hell and platformers to 4X strategy and survival games.
Bit Is Tiny, Cheap and Ready to Take on the Void
The budget-friendly platformer Bit, developed by 763Industries & Charcoal Games Studio, is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for £1.69. Players control a tiny pixel climbing through 10 unique worlds, each with its own theme, music, mechanics, and boss encounters. Progression is earned through skill, with checkpoints serving as the only form of advancement.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for August 24 to 28
This week's Xbox update highlights numerous game releases between August 24th and 28th across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, with many titles also available on Game Pass. Notable releases include STAR WARS Zero Company, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, and Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters, alongside various indie titles and remasters.
KEYQUACK QUEST – A Quacking Good Xbox Pixel Adventure?
KEYQUACK QUEST is a new pixel art platformer available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. Players control a duck tasked with collecting keys and navigating traps across increasingly challenging levels. The game also features a bundle option with HAMVENTURE.
WonderCat Adventures Is A Cat-astrophe Waiting To Happen
WonderCat Adventures, a fast-paced platformer, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC for £3.29. The game features a stranded feline navigating five worlds with 50 levels and five bosses in search of a missing friend and a way home, with unlockable secret levels and achievements for collecting glowing stones.
Behold, "the whole story of Steam's economy in one picture": the top 1% of games earn 84.5% of estimated revenue, and most games barely make anything
A new analysis of 99,206 paid games on Steam reveals that the top 1% of games earn 84.5% of the estimated revenue, with half of all paid games earning less than $4,000 lifetime. The report, which excludes free-to-play titles, highlights extreme revenue disparities and a rapidly growing Steam catalog that outpaces revenue growth.
Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition announced
Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo is receiving a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on August 20, 2026, featuring technical upgrades like 120 FPS gameplay at 1080p in handheld mode, HDR, and 4K resolution when docked. This edition will be a free upgrade for owners of the original Nintendo Switch version.
How Long Is Roblox Wonderland?
Roblox Wonderland features twelve levels, consisting of eight procedurally generated 'Lumin Finding' levels and four special levels including chase sequences, a rollercoaster shooter, and a multi-stage boss battle. Completing a full run can take around an hour, though this may vary significantly due to difficulty and potential retries.
Six Nintendo 64 Classics That Are Still Flawless — No Notes Needed
This article highlights six enduring Nintendo 64 titles that remain flawless nearly three decades after the console's release. Games like Super Mario 64, Star Fox 64, Banjo-Kazooie, GoldenEye 007, Paper Mario, and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time are praised for their timeless design and gameplay.
Akatori Review | TheXboxHub
Akatori is a pixel-art platformer with a strong narrative about a young monk journeying across five realms to prevent corruption. However, the game suffers from unsatisfying movement controls, floaty jumps, and frustrating level design, particularly with its one-hit-kill spikes. While the presentation and ambient music are pleasant, the Metroidvania elements, such as backtracking, are sidelined, leading to an overall mediocre experience despite its compelling story.
Duskfade Review | TheXboxHub
Duskfade is a modern 3D platformer that aims to recapture the charm of classic games, featuring a colorful world, engaging platforming mechanics, and a lighthearted story about a clockmaker named Zirian saving his sister. While the combat can become repetitive, the game excels in its exploration, intuitive controls, and visually appealing environments powered by Unreal Engine 5. It is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
PINAUT GX - Version and adaptation by ShaCPC for the GX4000
ShaCPC has released Pinaut GX, an adaptation of the original Minsoft game for the Amstrad GX4000. This version has been re-engineered for joystick and gamepad controls, removing the need for a keyboard. The game involves navigating mazes, avoiding traps, and outmaneuvering enemies within the Great Pyramid of Tutankhamun.
OG Gears of War lead says "wallbouncing in Gears" is like his cult classic platformer helping turn fans into furries: "It wasn't the intended nor desired effect, yet here we are"
Original Gears of War lead Cliff Bleszinski commented that the series' signature wallbouncing mechanic, while fun, was an unintended consequence that has dominated the competitive multiplayer meta. He compared this to his earlier platformer, Jazz Jackrabbit, which he believes unexpectedly became a gateway for fans into the furry community. Bleszinski feels wallbouncing breaks the game for players who don't master it, a problem Gears of War: E-Day aims to address.
