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Commando - 1980's military shooter by Capcom as an Amiga AGA edition via JOTD
Developer JOTD has released an enhanced AGA Arcade edition of Capcom's classic vertical shooter Commando for the Amiga, specifically targeting the Amiga 1200 and 4000. This new version aims to be more faithful to the arcade original than previous home ports, leveraging the AGA chipset for improved graphics and sound, with IM76 handling the audio enhancements.
Blast’N Bounty (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, X/S, PC)
Blast'N Bounty is a 2D vertically scrolling bullet hell shooter featuring a unique gameplay mechanic where players can choose their next stage and select a new subweapon upon defeating a boss. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Truxton Extreme – The Legendary SHMUP Returns With A Modern Twist
Truxton Extreme, the latest installment in the classic vertical shooter series, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by TATSUJIN and published by Clear River Games AB, the game features modern 3D visuals, new modes like Story Mode and Team Mode, and a soundtrack by series creator Masahiro Yuge, while retaining the core gameplay of the original.
Commando - 1980's military shooter by Capcom is getting an Amiga AGA edition via JOTD
Developer JOTD is creating an enhanced AGA edition of Capcom's classic vertical shooter Commando for the Amiga, specifically targeting the Amiga 1200 and 4000. This conversion aims to be more arcade-faithful than previous home ports, utilizing JOTD's specialized porting techniques and Z80 assembly-to-68000 binary conversion efforts. While still in early stages with visual glitches, the project shows high potential for an arcade-accurate experience.
Xevious - Namco's 1980's classic has now arrived on the Sega Mega Drive
Namco's classic 1983 vertical shooter, Xevious, has been faithfully recreated for the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis by developer Paulo Manrique, utilizing a line-by-line conversion of the original arcade code. This fan project preserves authentic enemy AI, dual-weapon combat, and features 4-channel PCM sound, supporting both original hardware and modern emulators.
Zevious Seven - A nod to Xevious for the ZX81 by zx81keyboardadventure
Zevious Seven, a new vertical scrolling shooter developed by zx81keyboardadventure, has been released for the ZX81 computer. The game pushes the 8-bit hardware to its limits, offering fast-paced shoot-'em-up gameplay despite the ZX81's historical limitations. Players pilot a spacecraft to defend Earth from alien forces.
Rex: Into the Shadow Realm - This upcoming Amiga sequel from HoysterGames looks rather special!
Hoyster Games has announced Rex: Into the Shadow Realm, a fast-paced vertical shooter for the Commodore Amiga, serving as a sequel to Rex and the Galactic Plague. The game features two distinct campaigns, a risk-and-reward credit economy for upgrades, and is being developed using the Scorpion Engine. A public demo is planned for June 2026, with the full release in Autumn 2026.
Gravity Forge – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Gravity Forge is a spatial shooter that challenges players to master gravity and parkour as an assassin, either solo or in co-op. The game features unique mechanics like walking on walls and creating gravity wells, set in the technogenic dystopia of Gaston City. Players can sign up for the beta to experience the game's blend of dieselpunk, biopunk, and elegant art styles.
