The last Ninja still have the original C64 cassette version. These collections are great, obviously emulation. Unfortunately the loading music between each level will be lost. Still will be great though I'm sure.
@scottishwildcat yes it's funny how some exaggerate the load times. Most times I turn on my PS5 it has a bloody update. Or installing a game can take even longer.
Who remembers the original Scooby Doo game Elite revealed. Looked amazing but the project was canned due to hardware constraints. They were going for the Dragons lair laser disc gameplay. Unfortunately we ended up with a mediocre platform game. Would love to see the original project released on Speccy using modern tech.
Its great to see the Megadrive being pushed further. Really want the Snes to get the same love though. The system has more untapped power than the Megadrive. I have been reading about Super FX3, obviously an indie development, but it sounds exciting, 16Bit forever 😀
@KitsuneNight thanks for the heads up, obviously being early access, things are patchy then. Have you play polygon GP yet that's also on steam. But again no mention of deck compatibility.
@nocdaes totally with you mate, I play & buy more retro stuff. From Megadrive, Snes, PC Engine, I'm more excited for the new Megadrive game Earthion that's out this year or next. Most modern games bore me, can't stand open world, roguelike, demons souls crap. It's just endless & the same cut & paste stuff. The only modern release that's got me is Astrobot on PS5.
@Deuteros unfortunately the ***** show of the industry today. The big boys Don't care about the huge back catalogue of awesomeness from retro gaming. I agree with you though 💯
Love to see Rendering rangers, the amazing Snes game get a sequel. Not necessarily a remaster of the original. A new game with new levels, bosses etc could be something amazing.
@SuntannedDuck2 I totally agree with what your saying. It's just so annoying, especially when I look at VR. Easily one of the best games is Astrobot, yet Sony decides not to bring the new title to VR2. Then their's the content, rail shooters, gun games are the perfect fit. Just imagine a new version of Starblade from Namco or Silpheed from Segs, or a Starfox clone. These games have the potential to be incredible in VR the sense of scale immersion would be out of this world. But no its the same puzzle or fps games.
@SuntannedDuck2 i agree, but it works both ways on age I'm 53, probably have more expendable income than most 20 to 34 year old but devs are to stupid to grasp that one. Like you said VR is wasted at moment.
@SuntannedDuck2 agree with what your saying. Personally the industry is consumed with profit & therefore no risks are taken. It just churns out the same stuff over & over. Which is a shame, doesn't the industry realise the demographic that play games doesn't just stop at 20 somethings. I'm 53 probably why I love time extension. The games I love aren't produced anymore unfortunately. There are some gems for sure now but I'm more excited for indie Megadrive games like Earthion, ZPF. Astrobot on PS5 looks amazing, that's something to look forward to. I invested in VR2 looks like thsts dead already. Again so many missed opportunities for VR. But devs play it safe & churn out the same generic fps games.
@RetroGames again agreed, really want to see the Snes get the love like the Megadrive & Neo. When you consider the amazing games that were produced from the likes of Rare, Konami, Capcom. Surely indie devs could produce some amazing stuff with modern programming techniques. And tap into the Snes even more.
@mashk if that's the case then Sega missed the boat then. The Saturn is a 2D monster. I know I own one, the 32X could of been so much more. Everything doesn't have to be 3D.
The 32X should of had more 2D games, utilising all its strengths. Or more imagine Outrun on 32x that would of been perfect. This looks great just hope the price of this system is affordable & available.
Looks amazing, definitely will be buying. But Earthion looks even better. Will be great to get some insight into the making of this potential classic as well.
They lost, if it wasn't for Microsoft throwing money at the Xbox brand. The original system would of been dead. It wasn't really a success was it. Like I said Microsoft has deep pockets to soak up the ***** show.
This guy is talking my language, a true Sega racing arcade revival. Been watching this title grow for months now. A new Scud race, Daytona USA, Outrun. Would also be amazing.
It looks ok, but Ex Zodiac is still the only real option to scratch the Starfox itch. Its about time we had some amazing new rail shooters. But its unlikely in this crap industry today.
@RetroGames yes & no I listened many times with headphones on my Megadrive & Neo geo. I think it would of been great at the time to play the likes of Castlevania, Axelay, Contra, etc that way. Obviously Nintendo decided against it.
@KitsuneNight yes I get what your saying, but with games like Last resort, Alpha mission 2, viewpoint, I think Magican Lord. All had single load. The price of Aes/Mvs is madness, surely games tailored to Neo CD would be more than possible, I'm sure Andros dunos 2 could be done. Maybe if these devs tried they might be surprised of the Neo CD userbase.
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Re: Last Ninja Collection Will Bring The Classic Beat 'Em Up Series To PC & Switch
The last Ninja still have the original C64 cassette version. These collections are great, obviously emulation. Unfortunately the loading music between each level will be lost. Still will be great though I'm sure.
Re: The PS2 Is The First Console To Be Selected For Japan's 'Future Technology Heritage Registry'
Plenty more consoles/computers should be on the list.
Re: R-Type Shown Running On The Atari 7800
Looks brilliant, always thought the 7800 was more capable than all the commercial released titles.
Re: We're Getting (Another) New ZX Spectrum This November
@scottishwildcat yes it's funny how some exaggerate the load times. Most times I turn on my PS5 it has a bloody update. Or installing a game can take even longer.
Re: Yes, This Is Castlevania: Symphony Of The Night On The Sega Mega Drive
@RetroGames yes mate looks very promising, if it comes to fruition remains to be seen.
Re: After 40 Years In The Industry, Elite Systems Launches "eBay For Game IP"
Who remembers the original Scooby Doo game Elite revealed. Looked amazing but the project was canned due to hardware constraints. They were going for the Dragons lair laser disc gameplay. Unfortunately we ended up with a mediocre platform game. Would love to see the original project released on Speccy using modern tech.
Re: Elemental Master EXTRA Is A Fan-Made Update Of Technosoft's Mythical Shmup
Amazing game, can't tweak perfection.
Re: Sega Genesis Is Finally Capable Of SNES-Style Transparency Effects Thanks To Clever Modders
Its great to see the Megadrive being pushed further. Really want the Snes to get the same love though. The system has more untapped power than the Megadrive. I have been reading about Super FX3, obviously an indie development, but it sounds exciting, 16Bit forever 😀
Re: 'Perfect Lap' Is What Happens When Ridge Racer Type 4 And Auto Modellista Have A Baby
Don't like the art style to be honest, doesn't do anything for me. Polygon GP is more my bag.
Re: Sega's Spirit Is Alive And Well In DDI Rally And Super Retro GP
@KitsuneNight thanks for the heads up, obviously being early access, things are patchy then. Have you play polygon GP yet that's also on steam. But again no mention of deck compatibility.
Re: Sega's Spirit Is Alive And Well In DDI Rally And Super Retro GP
Didn't see this one, do i get for Steam deck or wait for console.
Re: Interview: "Our Goal Was To Preserve The Original Pixel Art" - X-Out Resurfaced Dev On Remaking The Amiga Classic
@nocdaes totally with you mate, I play & buy more retro stuff. From Megadrive, Snes, PC Engine, I'm more excited for the new Megadrive game Earthion that's out this year or next. Most modern games bore me, can't stand open world, roguelike, demons souls crap. It's just endless & the same cut & paste stuff. The only modern release that's got me is Astrobot on PS5.
Re: Interview: "Our Goal Was To Preserve The Original Pixel Art" - X-Out Resurfaced Dev On Remaking The Amiga Classic
@Deuteros unfortunately the ***** show of the industry today. The big boys Don't care about the huge back catalogue of awesomeness from retro gaming. I agree with you though 💯
Re: Interview: "Our Goal Was To Preserve The Original Pixel Art" - X-Out Resurfaced Dev On Remaking The Amiga Classic
Love to see Rendering rangers, the amazing Snes game get a sequel. Not necessarily a remaster of the original. A new game with new levels, bosses etc could be something amazing.
Re: Rare Region-Locked Classic 'Rendering Ranger: R2' Is Coming To PS4, PS5, Switch, & PC
@RetroGames again couldn't agree more 👏
Re: ININ Games Announce 'X-Out: Resurfaced', A Remaster Of The Classic Underwater Shmup
Hopefully more balanced gameplay.
Re: Anniversary: Gradius V Is 20 Years Old, And We Still Don't Have A Remaster
Very unlikely in this soulslike obsessed industry. Amazing games like this don't exist.
Re: The Game That Inspired The Term 'Roguelike' Is Now Available On Switch
@SuntannedDuck2 I totally agree with what your saying. It's just so annoying, especially when I look at VR. Easily one of the best games is Astrobot, yet Sony decides not to bring the new title to VR2. Then their's the content, rail shooters, gun games are the perfect fit. Just imagine a new version of Starblade from Namco or Silpheed from Segs, or a Starfox clone. These games have the potential to be incredible in VR the sense of scale immersion would be out of this world. But no its the same puzzle or fps games.
Re: The Game That Inspired The Term 'Roguelike' Is Now Available On Switch
@SuntannedDuck2 i agree, but it works both ways on age I'm 53, probably have more expendable income than most 20 to 34 year old but devs are to stupid to grasp that one. Like you said VR is wasted at moment.
Re: The Game That Inspired The Term 'Roguelike' Is Now Available On Switch
@HalBailman personally can't stand em, Returnal on PS5 was ruined for me because of this stupid rogue *****.
Re: The Game That Inspired The Term 'Roguelike' Is Now Available On Switch
@SuntannedDuck2 agree with what your saying. Personally the industry is consumed with profit & therefore no risks are taken. It just churns out the same stuff over & over. Which is a shame, doesn't the industry realise the demographic that play games doesn't just stop at 20 somethings. I'm 53 probably why I love time extension. The games I love aren't produced anymore unfortunately. There are some gems for sure now but I'm more excited for indie Megadrive games like Earthion, ZPF. Astrobot on PS5 looks amazing, that's something to look forward to. I invested in VR2 looks like thsts dead already. Again so many missed opportunities for VR. But devs play it safe & churn out the same generic fps games.
Re: The Game That Inspired The Term 'Roguelike' Is Now Available On Switch
The word Roguelike pisses me off no end. Cant stand the genre. The industry is over run with the *****. And they seem to think every gamer wants it.
Re: Don't Miss Out On 'G Warrior', A New Super Contra-Style Run 'N' Gunner For PC
Unfortunately, just downloaded to Steam deck controls not working hopefully devs will sort this ASAP.
Re: Don't Miss Out On 'G Warrior', A New Super Contra-Style Run 'N' Gunner For PC
Steam Deck incoming:)
Re: The Dev Behind Mega Man Fangame 'The Sequel Wars' Is Working On A SNES Game
@RetroGames again agreed, really want to see the Snes get the love like the Megadrive & Neo. When you consider the amazing games that were produced from the likes of Rare, Konami, Capcom. Surely indie devs could produce some amazing stuff with modern programming techniques. And tap into the Snes even more.
Re: The Dev Behind Mega Man Fangame 'The Sequel Wars' Is Working On A SNES Game
@RetroGames totally agree, would be great for the Snes to get pushed to its limits. Definitely more to give
Re: The Dev Behind Mega Man Fangame 'The Sequel Wars' Is Working On A SNES Game
Looks really promising 👌
Re: "Resurrected" Sega Neptune Console Gets Its First Exclusive, Sword Of The Apocalypse
@mashk if that's the case then Sega missed the boat then. The Saturn is a 2D monster. I know I own one, the 32X could of been so much more. Everything doesn't have to be 3D.
Re: "Resurrected" Sega Neptune Console Gets Its First Exclusive, Sword Of The Apocalypse
The 32X should of had more 2D games, utilising all its strengths. Or more imagine Outrun on 32x that would of been perfect. This looks great just hope the price of this system is affordable & available.
Re: Interview: "The Mega Drive / Genesis Is Built For Speed" - ZPF's Creator On Developing A New 16-bit Shmup In 2024
Looks amazing, definitely will be buying. But Earthion looks even better. Will be great to get some insight into the making of this potential classic as well.
Re: Yuzo Koshiro Shares New Footage Of Genesis / Mega Drive Shmup Earthion
My most anticipated game this year, looks incredible. Pure Megadrive magic right here.
Re: Interview: "We've Been Collecting Reaction Videos" - Digital Eclipse On Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Rita's Rewind
Looks amazing, best reveal of the summer games fest.
Re: Flashback: 24 Years Ago, The BBC Asked If Xbox Could Dethrone PlayStation
They lost, if it wasn't for Microsoft throwing money at the Xbox brand. The original system would of been dead. It wasn't really a success was it. Like I said Microsoft has deep pockets to soak up the ***** show.
Re: Meet The Solo Dev Whose Sega Rally Tribute Could Become An Official Sequel
This guy is talking my language, a true Sega racing arcade revival. Been watching this title grow for months now. A new Scud race, Daytona USA, Outrun. Would also be amazing.
Re: Random: Who Designed Konami's Famous "Bacon Strips" Logo?
ICONIC!! That logo, that sound on bootup. You just knew quality was only seconds away. I must say I loved the 32bit Konami sequence as well.
Re: Impressive Mega Drive / Genesis Shmup 'ZPF' Takes To Crowdfunding Soon
@retrokid104 yeah, I'm more old school, Andros dunos 2, Drainus, are both stunning.
Re: Impressive Mega Drive / Genesis Shmup 'ZPF' Takes To Crowdfunding Soon
@retrokid104 not much matches that masterpiece, I reckon Earthion will be close.
Re: Insanely Rare Sonic Arcade Game Crops Up On Japanese Resale Site
Have this on my Atgames legends cab with coinopsX. Great game.
Re: Hands On: Mind-Blowing NES Shmup Chouyoku Senki Estique Just Keeps Getting Better
Definitely buying the physical release, love the Nes/Famicom.
Re: We're Getting A "Classic Edition" Of The PC-88, Japan's Iconic '80s Computer
@mjparker77
Re: PC Engine Devs Celebrate Hudson Soft's 50th Anniversary In Special Event
God i love the PC Engine, such an amazing system!!
Re: We're Getting A "Classic Edition" Of The PC-88, Japan's Iconic '80s Computer
@mjparker77 that's one of the hundred in my collection then. I very much doubt the Atari 400 mini has set record sales, but it happened.
Re: We're Getting A "Classic Edition" Of The PC-88, Japan's Iconic '80s Computer
Oh I expect no UK release as usual, I was hoping for the Sharp X68000 mini to get a UK release. Obviously not.
Re: On-Rails Shooter 'Bat Galaxy' Is A Colourful Take On Star Fox And Panzer Dragoon
It looks ok, but Ex Zodiac is still the only real option to scratch the Starfox itch. Its about time we had some amazing new rail shooters. But its unlikely in this crap industry today.
Re: Arcade1Up "Surprised" To See Its Cabinet Crushed In Apple's Controversial iPad Pro Ad
I'm sure if I ran over an Ipad Pro in my car for an ad. Apple would be crying 😢 😭 lol
Re: Jon Miller, Creator Of The Sound Driver Used In Hundreds Of Mega Drive / Genesis Games, Passes Away
Another sad loss for the gaming industry, R.I.P.
Re: Incredibly Rare SNES Prototype Goes Up For Auction
@RetroGames yes & no I listened many times with headphones on my Megadrive & Neo geo. I think it would of been great at the time to play the likes of Castlevania, Axelay, Contra, etc that way. Obviously Nintendo decided against it.
Re: Incredibly Rare SNES Prototype Goes Up For Auction
Would of been great if the Snes would of had the headphone jack. And followed the Megadrive with that feature.
Re: Ghosts 'n Goblins-Esque Platformer 'Gladmort' Heading To Neo Geo, Steam, & Dreamcast
@KitsuneNight Agreed 👍
Re: Ghosts 'n Goblins-Esque Platformer 'Gladmort' Heading To Neo Geo, Steam, & Dreamcast
@KitsuneNight yes I get what your saying, but with games like Last resort, Alpha mission 2, viewpoint, I think Magican Lord. All had single load. The price of Aes/Mvs is madness, surely games tailored to Neo CD would be more than possible, I'm sure Andros dunos 2 could be done. Maybe if these devs tried they might be surprised of the Neo CD userbase.