System: 3DO Release date: 1994 Star Control II on the 3DO remains one of the most ambitious and brilliant space adventures ever created. This Star Control II on the 3DO title takes the original’s foundation and expands it into a sprawling sci-fi epic full of exploration, diplomacy, ship combat, and unforgettable writing. You play as…
System: Atari Lynx Release date: 1989 Chip’s Challenge on the Atari Lynx is a proper pocket-sized puzzle masterpiece that still delights and frustrates in equal measure. This Chip’s Challenge on the Atari Lynx title drops you into the role of nerdy hero Chip McCallahan as he tries to impress the mysterious Melinda by collecting computer…
System: Super Nintendo Entertainment System Release date: 1991 Super Mario World on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System is an absolute belter and still one of the greatest platformers ever made. This Super Mario World on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System title took everything brilliant about the series and made it bigger, bolder, and far more…
System: Atari Lynx Release date: 1989 California Games on the Atari Lynx is a bright, breezy bundle of 80s nostalgia that brings the Californian beach vibe straight to your pocket. This colourful multi-event sports title from Epyx lets you skate, surf, BMX, footbag and more in one sunny package. As one of the standout Atari…
System: Sega Master System Release date: 1988 R-Type on the Sega Master System is a cracking shooter that still delivers a proper challenge today. This R-Type on the Sega Master System port of Irem’s arcade classic brought the Bydo Empire’s alien menace to the small screen. As the lone R-9 pilot, you blast, dodge and…
System: Sega Master System Release date: 1989 Psycho Fox on the Sega Master System is a cracking little platformer that still feels fresh and silly today. This Psycho Fox on the Sega Master System title lets you play as a stretchy, shape-shifting fox on a mission to defeat the evil Mad Fox. The wild run-and-gun/platformer…
System: Sega Master System Release date: 1988 Golvellius on the Sega Master System is a cracking little action-adventure that still holds its own today. This Golvellius Sega Master System title throws you into a dangerous valley full of monsters, traps and ancient secrets. As the heroic warrior, you slash, jump and explore your way through…
Easter and Retro Gaming Blog Easter Eggs, Secret Pixels and Explosive Nostalgia If you grew up gaming in the 80s or 90s, Easter wasn’t a “content update”. It was a glorious scheduling error. No school, too much chocolate, and just enough adult supervision to stop you putting a Creme Egg in the console. Unlike Christmas,…
System: Sega Master System Release date: 1986 Alex Kidd in Miracle World on the Sega Master System is a charming and characterful platformer that still brings a smile nearly forty years later. This Alex Kidd in Miracle World on the Sega Master System title gave Sega its first real mascot hero. As the big-eared, fist-swinging…
System: Commodore Amiga Release date: 1991 Turrican II on the Commodore Amiga is an absolute belter and still one of the finest run-and-gun games you can play on the system. This Turrican II on the Commodore Amiga title pushed Factor 5 hard with huge levels, brilliant weapons, and that unmistakable cyber-action flair. As the armour-clad…