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Twin-Stick Tower Defense Game “Slaycation Paradise” Revealed at GDC

Posted on March 22, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

At GDC on Tuesday, Merge Games revealed Slaycation Paradise, a tongue-in-cheek genre mishmash that combines elements of twin-stick action and tower defense. Developed by Affordable Acquisition, Slaycation Paradise is currently planned to release sometime in 2022 for Steam PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox Smart Delivery, and Nintendo Switch. Here’s the official breakdown of Slaycation Paradise followed by the latest trailer: Passport?

New Trailer for Sci-Fi Adventure “Ultreïa”; Coming to Switch on 25 March

Posted on March 22, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

RedDeer.Games recently revealed a new trailer for Ultreïa an adventure game coming to the Nintendo Switch on 25 March. Inspired by Grim Fandango and Machinarium, Ultreïa is the first game created by Belgian developer Olivier De Rop. In Ultreïa, players take control of a tiny robot in a sweet-yet-dark world in search of the meaning of life. Here’s the official

Play Games and Learn New Words in “Mini Words Collection” on Switch

Posted on March 21, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Close that Wordle tab for a sec, will ya’? QUByte Interactive recently announced that Mini Words Collection will be coming to Nintendo Switch on 24 March. Developed by Men Sana Interactive, Mini Words Collection is a compilation of three games that will help the player improve their language skill, discovering more words and practicing their vocabulary in a fun way.

PC-98 Style Visual Novel “Vengeful Heart” Coming Soon to Consoles

Posted on March 18, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Game publisher Top Hat Studios has announced that Vengeful Heart is planned for release by the end of March for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbone, SeXbox and the Epic Games Store (it’s already on Steam). Described as a “retro futuristic visual novel” Vengeful Heart is set in a cyberpunk, sci-fi world coupled with throwback aesthetics reminiscent of 80s anime and

Collector’s Edition of “NeoGeo Pocket Color Selection Vol. 1” Now Available on Nintendo Switch

Posted on March 17, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Pix’n Love Games is now taking orders for the Collector’s edition of NeoGeo Pocket Color Selection Vol. 1 for Nintendo Switch. This compilation includes 10 NeoGeo Pocket titles: SNK GALS’ FIGHTERS SAMURAI SHODOWN! 2 KING OF FIGHTERS R-2 THE LAST BLADE: Beyond the Destiny FATAL FURY FIRST CONTACT SNK VS. CAPCOM: THE MATCH OF THE MILLENNIUM METAL SLUG 1ST MISSION

Lovecraftian FPS “Forgive Me Father” Launching 7 April

Posted on March 17, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Game publisher 1C Entertainment recently announced that the horror FPS Forgive Me Father is scheduled to leave Early Access and launch as a full, 1.0 version on 7 April. Developed by Byte Barrel, Forgive Me Father, is inspired by the work of H. P. Lovecraft, and features a dark comic book visual style. The 1.0 release adds a new playable

“The Ramp” Coming to Nintendo Switch on 17 March

Posted on March 16, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Game publisher Coatsink and developer Paul Schnepf (aka Hyperparadise) recently announced that their skateboarding game The Ramp is coming to Nintendo Switch on 17 March. via Steam. Already available on Steam PC, The Ramp is described as a “digital skateboarding toy” that is designed more for chill than challenge. Here’s the official breakdown of The Ramp followed by the latest

Tentacle Soft’s “Super Nanaru” Coming to Nintendo Switch, Steam PC on 24 March

Posted on March 15, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Game publisher CFK recently announced that 2D side-scroller Super Nanaru is scheduled to release on 24 March for Nintendo Switch and Steam PC. In Super Nanaru, players take control of a “baker girl” named Nanaru as she confronts the devil girl Yako who has stolen the town’s bread. All of it. Even sourdough? All. Of. It. Here is the official

Arcade Style Racer “Sunrise GP” Coming to Nintendo Switch in 2022

Posted on March 11, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Developer Garage 5 and publisher Gamedust recently revealed Sunrise GP, a new arcade-style racing game for the Nintendo Switch. Sunrise GP features a distinct, colorful visual aesthetic, and split-screen local multiplayer. Here’s the official breakdown of Sunrise GP from Gamedust: In Sunrise GP, the players will compete for victory in Grand Prix, driving various vehicles that differentiate from each other

Retro Puzzler “QIX” Now Available on Nintendo Switch, PS4 via the Arcade Archives

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Blake Worrell 2 comments

Game publisher Hamster has announced that retro puzzler QIX is now available on PS4 and Nintendo Switch as part of the digital Arcade Archives series. Originally developed by Taito America and released in arcades in 1981, QIX was ported to several platforms in the 80s and 90s, perhaps most famously for the Nintendo Game Boy. This Arcade Archives release is

“Super Epic: The Entertainment War” Getting a Physical Release

Posted on March 9, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Strictly Limited Games, in partnership with Numskull Games and Undercoders recently announced a limited physical release of Super Epic: The Entertainment War. Super Epic is a “Metroidvania” action-adventure game featuring a satirical tone and a throwback pixel art aesthetic. Players join the battle to save video games from the evils of microtransactions, corporate monopolies, and other consumer-unfriendly practices. Here’s the

90s Platformer “Glover” to Receive an HD Port on Steam PC This April

Posted on March 8, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

On Monday, PIKO Interactive announced that an HD port of Glover is coming to Steam PC on 20 April. Originally released for the Nintendo 64 and Sony PlayStation in the late 90s, Glover is a 3D platformer created by the Oliver Twins starring Master Hand Lefty the Hamburger Helper mascot a living glove. This new HD version of Glover is

“Pocky & Rocky Reshrined” Now Available for Preorder

Posted on March 8, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Natsume has partnered with ININ Games to release physical retail editions of Pocky & Rocky Reshrined for both PS4 and Nintendo Switch, with Natsume publishing in North America and ININ Games in charge of the European release. In addition, there are also plans for both a Limited and Collector’s Edition of Pocky & Rocky Reshrined from Strictly Limited Games, the

Sci-Fi Survival Horror Game “Syndrome” Coming to Nintendo Switch on 11 March

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Publisher RedDeer.games recently announced that the upcoming survival horror game Syndrome is scheduled to release on 11 March for Nintendo Switch. Developed by Camel 101, Syndrome is a sci-fi twist on terror in the vein of Alien. Players must brave an abandoned spaceship and learn the horrific truth of what happened to the ship’s crew. Here’s the official breakdown of

Strategy RPG “Legend of Ixtona” Now Available on Xbox, Steam PC

Posted on March 4, 2022 by Blake Worrell 2 comments

On Friday, KEMCO announced that Legend of Ixtona (anyone have a good idea on how that’s pronounced?) is now available for Xbone, SeXbox, Windows 10 (via the Microsoft Store) and Steam PC. Legend of Ixtona is a turn-based strategy game set in a fantasy world filled with plenty of creatures, conspiracies, and character classes to explore. Here’s the official breakdown

Dungeon Crawler “Potato Flowers in Full Bloom” Coming to Switch, Steam PC on 10 March

Posted on March 4, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Indie game publisher PLAYISM recently announced that the 3D Dungeon Crawler RPG Potato Flowers in Full Bloom will be released on Nintendo Switch and Steam PC on 10 March 2022. Developed by Pon Pon Games, Potato Flowers in Full Bloom puts players in the depths of maze-like labyrinths in search of mythical seeds. Here’s the official breakdown of Potato Flowers

Atari Unveils Puzzle Platformer “Kombinera” for PC, Consoles, Mobile

Posted on March 3, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Atari recently announced that a new puzzle-platformer Kombinera for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbone, SeXbox, Atari VCS, Steam PC and mobile platforms. Developed by Graphite Lab, Kombinera is described as featuring “Juicy animation, clever storytelling, and memorable puzzles.” Here’s the official breakdown of Kombinera from Atari, followed by the latest trailer: Kombinera is a new IP from Atari that seeks

New Teaser Trailer for Strategy Game “Terror: Endless Night” Revealed

Posted on March 3, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Game publisher Feardemic recently announced new details for Terror: Endless Night, including a new teaser trailer. Developed by Unseen Silence, Terror: Endless Night is a turn-based strategy game inspired by true events set in the 1800s. Players take on the role of a sea captain venturing with his crew into the unforgiving waters of the Arctic Ocean on a treacherous

Point-and-Click Puzzler “Buck Bradley: Comic Adventure” Coming to Nintendo Switch on 4 March

Posted on March 2, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

RedDeer.games recently announced that their upcoming point-and-click game Buck Bradley: Comic Adventure will be coming to the Nintendo Switch on Friday, 4 March. Inspired by action/adventure comic books, Buck Bradley is described as “full of humor and riddles to solve.” Here’s the official breakdown of Buck Bradley: Comic Adventure from RedDeer, followed by the latest trailer: Explore a landscape reminiscent

Multiplayer Roguelite “Conan Chop Chop” Now on PC, Consoles

Posted on March 2, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Game publisher Funcom has announced that Conan Chop Chop is now available on Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbone, and Steam PC. Developed by Mighty Kingdom, Conan Chop Chop is a multiplayer roguelite featuring the characters and world of Hyboria. It is also worth noting that unlike other video game interpretations of Robert E. Howard’s stories, Conan Chop Chop is specifically designed

“The Wanderer: Frankenstein’s Creature” Coming Soon to PS4, Xbox One

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Game publisher Hidden Trap recently announced that The Wanderer: Frankenstein’s Creature will be released on 15 March for PS4 (in North America), while Xbone and European PS4 release will be a day later (that’s 16 March 16 for the integer-challenged). Developed by La Belle Games and ARTE France, The Wanderer: Frankenstein’s Creature is described as an “exploration adventure” where players

Retro Parody Game “VanillaBeast: Ace in the Hole” Coming to Consoles, Steam PC in 2023

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Vanilla Gaming Company recently announced that their upcoming adventure game VanillaBeast: Ace in the Hole is planned for release for PC and consoles sometime in 2023. The game is a genre mishmash that parodies 80s and 90s games and pop culture, where players take control of a secret agent who must save a town’s loveliest ladies from a “mysterious evildoer.”

Chinese Folklore-Inspired RPG “Daomei Village” Coming Soon to Steam

Posted on February 28, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Developer Gameparic recently announced that their Chinese folklore-inspired RPG Daomei Village is coming soon to Steam PC. Featuring a throwback pixelated aesthetic, Daomei Village puts players in the role of a criminal who has found himself on the wrong side of the Emperor, but you’re given a chance to redeem yourself… if you play your cards right. Here’s the official

Bizarre Platformer “Will You Snail” Coming to PC, Consoles on 9 March

Posted on February 25, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Publisher No Gravity Games recently announced that the unique action game Will You Snail will be coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox and Steam PC on 9 March. Developed by one-man development team and YouTube personality Jonas Tyroller, Will You Snail is a platforming game where an evil AI can predict your movement, placing traps and obstacles in your way.

“Tempest 4000” Coming to Nintendo Switch, Atari VCS in March

Posted on February 24, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Atari recently announced that Tempest 4000, the latest installment in the classic arcade shooter series Tempest, is scheduled to release on Atari VCS and Nintendo Switch on 22 March 2022. Developed by Llamasoft and Tempest 2000 game designer Jeff Minter, Tempest 4000 is a unique, visually psychedelic shooter coupled with an intense techno soundtrack. You can check out the latest

Taito’s “Highway Race” Joins the Arcade Archives on Nintendo Switch and PS4

Posted on February 24, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Game publisher Hamster has announced that 2D vertical racer Highway Race is now available on PS4 and Nintendo Switch as part of the digital Arcade Archives series. Originally released in arcades by Taito in 1983, this Arcade Archives release is the first home console port of Highway Race. Highway Race is a 2D, vertically scrolling racer that takes players through

“Wonder Boy Collection” Coming Soon to PS4, Switch

Posted on February 23, 2022 by Blake Worrell One comment

ININ Games recently announced that the Wonder Boy Collection will be coming soon to Nintendo Switch and PS4 as part of the celebration of the series’ 35th anniversary. A digital version will be published by Bliss Brain, and Strictly Limited Games will release exclusive two retail editions: Limited and Collector’s Edition. The collection will include the following four titles: Wonder

Review: “Moto Roader MC“ (PS4)

Posted on February 22, 2022 by The Splintering Staff Leave a comment

In gaming eras immemorial, there was a little console known as the TurboGrafx-16 (aka the PC Engine outside of the United States). Despite never gaining much traction in the West, the PC Engine was a strong 16-bit contender in Japan. Among the well-regarded RPGs and shoot ’em ups (or shooters, as we called them back then) that graced the TG-16,

Ninja Hack’N Slash “Ganryu 2” Coming to Consoles in April

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Blake Worrell Leave a comment

Publisher Just For Games recently announced that the side-scrolling hack’n slash game Ganryu 2 is coming to PS4, Xbone and Nintendo Switch on 22 April. Developed by Storybird Studio, Ganryu 2 is a true sequel to the NeoGeo original released in 1999. The game features classic, 2D ninja action coupled with a throwback pixel-art aesthetic, so the retro gaming enthusiast

Arcade Classic “Moto Roader” Coming to Consoles on 25 February

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Blake Worrell One comment

Indie publisher Ratalaika Games recently announced that their throwback arcade racer Moto Roader will be released on 25 February for PS4, PS5, Xbone, SeXbox, and Nintendo Switch, just in time for the franchise’s 30th anniversary. Moto Roader is a multiplayer, overhead racing game in the vein as R.C. Pro-Am and Micro Machines. Here’s the official breakdown of Moto Roader from