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Side-scrolling shoot ’em up ZPF launches April 16 for Xbox Series, Xbox One, Switch, and PC
The side-scrolling shoot 'em up game ZPF has launched on April 16 for Xbox Series, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game was originally released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive.
Cotton Rock With You launches August 6 in Japan
The shoot 'em up game Cotton Rock With You is set to launch on August 6 in Japan for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Further details regarding the game's release on other platforms are expected.
Terra Cresta is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster announced that Terra Cresta, originally released by Nichibutsu in 1986, will be available on Nintendo Switch tomorrow, March 26. The shoot 'em up title tasks players with reclaiming Earth from the alien Mandora.
Chrome Horizon - This nod to R-Type as a prototype C64 game looks pretty decent
The Commodore 64 has a new shoot 'em up prototype called Chrome Horizon, developed by retroteamgames. This title showcases advanced features like 16+ simultaneous hardware sprites and smooth parallax scrolling, aiming to prove the potential of modern C development on classic 8-bit hardware.
“The Bocchi the Rock! Voice Cast Heads to a Bullet Hell Shooter”
CFK and DeerFarm have revealed the voice cast for their upcoming bullet hell shooter, Shikhondo: Blue Pieta, featuring three cast members from the anime Bocchi the Rock!. The Steam page for the game is now live, with a release planned for the first half of 2026 on PC, followed by Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5.
New details and screenshots released for Shikhondo: Blue Pieta
CFK and DeerFarm have released new details and gameplay screenshots for the side-scrolling shoot 'em up Shikhondo: Blue Pieta. The game will launch for Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. New information includes details on the story, characters, and game modes like Arcade, Boss Rush, and Custom.
Side-Scrolling Shmup 'Shikhondo: Blue Pieta' Reveals Voice Cast Featuring Bocchi the Rock! Actors; Steam
DeerFarm and CFK have revealed the voice cast for Shikhondo: Blue Pieta, a side-scrolling bullet hell shoot 'em up set for release in the first half of 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The cast includes Yoshino Aoyama, Ikumi Hasegawa, and Sayumi Suzushiro, with full voice acting planned for the entire game. This entry shifts the series from a vertical to a side-scrolling format.
Review - Haunted Lands (PC) | WayTooManyGames
Haunted Lands is a platformer that leans into a difficult game design philosophy reminiscent of older titles. While it can be fun for a while, its artificial challenges may quickly lead to boredom depending on player patience. The reviewer suggests it could have benefited from a stronger focus on its shoot 'em up elements.
Airborne Justice review - ChristCenteredGamer
Airborne Justice offers straightforward combat and enjoyable ancillary modes, including a standout remix mode. However, the game suffers from generic stages, sloppy enemy patterns, and undemanding boss battles, leading to a campaign that feels rushed and brief.
Savant: Ascent Remix secures Nintendo Switch physical release
Savant: Ascent Remix will receive a physical release for the Nintendo Switch, produced by Super Rare Games in a limited run of 4,000 copies. The game, which originally launched digitally in December 2024, is a bullet-hell shoot 'em up featuring unique magic and acrobatic combat mechanics across multiple game modes.
Dark Scrolls Announced for Switch and PC as Roguelite Shoot ’Em Up
Devolver Digital and doinksoft have announced Dark Scrolls, a side-scrolling action game featuring shoot 'em up gameplay and roguelite progression, for Nintendo Switch and PC in 2026. The game will support solo and co-op play with procedurally generated runs, unlockable heroes, and emphasis on exploration.
Dark Scrolls Hands-on Preview — Hectic, frenetic retro static
Doinksoft's upcoming game, Dark Scrolls, is a 2D autoscrolling roguelite co-op shoot 'em up that blends elements from their previous titles. While the core gameplay is fun and offers varied character abilities and co-op mechanics, the preview build suffers from balancing issues and unfinalized elements, dampening the initial experience. The game is slated for release in 2026.
Devolver Digital and Doinksoft announce Dark Scrolls for Nintendo Switch
Devolver Digital and Doinksoft have announced Dark Scrolls for Nintendo Switch, set to release later this year. Developed by the team behind Gato Roboto, Gunbrella, and Demon Throttle, the game combines shoot 'em up mechanics with roguelike progression in a pixel-perfect dungeon crawler format.
A Clareira Review | TheXboxHub
A Clareira is a shoot 'em up game where players control a cloud to fight fires, with an underlying ecological message about deforestation in South America. While praised for its presentation and noble intent, the game suffers from inconsistent difficulty, slow player movement, and a lack of polish, making it swing between too easy and frustratingly difficult.
Shikhondo: Blue Pieta announced for PS5, Switch 2, Switch, and PC
CFK and DeerFarm have announced Shikhondo: Blue Pieta, a side-scrolling shoot 'em up. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
‘Rise Eterna War’, ‘As Per My Last Email’, Plus Today’s Other Releases and Sales – TouchArcade
The Nintendo Switch sees a slow week for new releases on August 22nd, 2024, with titles like Rise Eterna War and Verne – The Shape of Fantasy among the few notable additions. However, the eShop features a healthy selection of sales, including discounts on popular indie titles such as 1000xRESIST and Citizen Sleeper.
Today’s Nintendo Direct, Full Review of ‘EGGCONSOLE Star Trader’, Plus New Releases and Sales – TouchArcade
Nintendo announced a new Direct presentation featuring a Partner Showcase and Indie World Showcase. The article also reviews EGGCONSOLE Star Trader, a PC-8801mkIIsr title that blends adventure game elements with shoot 'em up stages, noting its historical interest but limited appeal due to untranslated text. Several new releases and a large list of expiring sales on the Nintendo eShop are also detailed.
The 10 Best Super NES Games on Nintendo Switch, Plus 5 We’d Like to See – SwitchArcade Special – TouchArcade
This article lists ten Super NES games available on the Nintendo Switch eShop, along with five additional titles that the author wishes to see released. It highlights games like Sparkster, Rock 'n' Roll Racing, Secret of Mana, and TMNT IV: Turtles in Time, discussing their availability and merits on modern platforms.
Reviews Featuring ‘Ace Attorney Investigations Collection’, Plus New Releases and Sales – TouchArcade
This article reviews several new and re-released games for the Nintendo Switch, including Ace Attorney Investigations Collection, Gimmick! 2, Valfaris: Mecha Therion, and Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Party Dash. It also highlights new releases like Cyborg Force and Mining Mechs, and lists various ongoing and ending sales on the eShop.
The 10 Best Game Boy Advance & Nintendo DS Games on Nintendo Switch – SwitchArcade Special – TouchArcade
This article highlights ten favorite Game Boy Advance and Nintendo DS games available on the Nintendo Switch eShop, excluding those found on the Nintendo Switch Online app. The list includes four GBA titles like Mega Man Zero and Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow, and six DS titles such as Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney and The World Ends With You: Final Remix.