Got the RG ARC, first little emulation device since the original GPD (on recommendation from Damien), and that’s probably going to do it for another handful of years for me as its a great one for Sega stuff
Had a chance to buy a mint condition 32X in box for a very good price but passed it up at the time. I regret it now but in reality it’s no detriment to my gaming time and selection. Don’t need to accumulate everything I suppose
Looks super appealing. I love castlevania for it’s theming and gameplay cadence but not necessarily it’s brand elements (save the music), so I’m completely open to newcomers making an attempt to re-envision the game and even better it, like Curse of the Moon
FPGA is a pretty decent backstop to consoles not built to last a lifetime. Little did we know as young video gamers that we’d need them to last that long and longer, because the industry has been a whirlwind of fortuitous talent and financial investment that so rarely looks back.
If the 3DS only got one shmup (and almost basically did) then this was a great game to have gotten. Will buy again on Switch. Now let’s get a Steel Empire Returns!
Ordered the transparent black, but the opaque black should have been an option at the basic pricing, I feel. I don’t play fighting games but I did grow up with a Sega controller so this feels like the handheld for people who cherish Sega’s old hardware designs
Something about this game that made it feel just crazy in a very positive way that the series has never replicated since. But I’m hopeful the next mario kart will bring that feeling back
The Genesis was the first TV Console we had permanently as kids (we could only rent the NES before it) so it left it’s mark on me. One of the top systems along with PS1 and NES. I played Snes at a friends house back then but its the system I go back to the least now, even with an everdrive in it.
Always interested to see these 3D 32-bit era throwbacks. In fact, I think many of them pinpoint that era’s technical more so than a lot of the 8/16-bit pixel games that shoot for their respective aesthetics
The oldies will probably always be an afterthought in the planning of major platforms. However, I think unlicensed developers will continue to innovate in this space out of (mostly) passion for classic gaming
Been playing this new translation on 3DS. Hopefully the sequels will follow soon. Nintendo could consider licensing Starfy again to a developer, but it’s probably in the pile of Nintendo platformers that seem to be dead
The list isn’t bad but it’s too short, lol. I need a NES Top 100 to really feel like the system is getting it’s justice, because there are just so many games that are still worth digging deep into.
I don’t have a history with Frogger but I adore the game. I’ve been playing a lot of it lately, mostly the GG prototype (not sure what the history of that one is, would be good to know). It definitely needs a release but who knows if that’s ‘viable’ for Sega these days being a pixel game..
Pixel graphics stop looking nice, if not timeless in 10-20 years? Why would anyone say that? Oh, leadership within modern day Sega is saying that? Well there’s the problem..
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Re: Check Out The Game Gear-Inspired Z-Pocket Game Bubble
That said, I would still very much like to see the review for this
Re: Check Out The Game Gear-Inspired Z-Pocket Game Bubble
Got the RG ARC, first little emulation device since the original GPD (on recommendation from Damien), and that’s probably going to do it for another handful of years for me as its a great one for Sega stuff
Re: Best Sega 32X Games Of All Time
Had a chance to buy a mint condition 32X in box for a very good price but passed it up at the time. I regret it now but in reality it’s no detriment to my gaming time and selection. Don’t need to accumulate everything I suppose
Re: 'The Transylvania Adventure Of Simon Quest' Is Basically A New Castlevania
Looks super appealing. I love castlevania for it’s theming and gameplay cadence but not necessarily it’s brand elements (save the music), so I’m completely open to newcomers making an attempt to re-envision the game and even better it, like Curse of the Moon
Re: SNESTang Is The World's Smallest FPGA 'SNES Classic'
FPGA is a pretty decent backstop to consoles not built to last a lifetime. Little did we know as young video gamers that we’d need them to last that long and longer, because the industry has been a whirlwind of fortuitous talent and financial investment that so rarely looks back.
Re: This Game Boy SP-Style Smartwatch Is Powered By FPGA
I’m never packing that light to need a teensy game player in a wrist watch. Put into western-style belt buckle and they’ll have something playable
Re: Editorial: Merry Christmas And Happy Holidays From All At Time Extension!
Cheers to the HM team. 2024 should be another decent year for classic gaming.
Re: Konami's Arcade Classic 'Mystic Warriors' Finally Arrives On Consoles This Week
Finally is right. This game was doubtless in the cards, just a matter of showing up finally
Re: Another Game Boy Game Just Got The 'DX' Treatment
Looks neat. Ill try it on 3DS
Re: Random: Mario Mascot Costume Photo Recreated 34 Years Later
The eyes got a bit creepier I think..
Re: 'The Legend Of Steel Empire' Resurrects The Famous Steampunk Shmup (Again)
If the 3DS only got one shmup (and almost basically did) then this was a great game to have gotten. Will buy again on Switch. Now let’s get a Steel Empire Returns!
Re: A Bunch Of Data East Games Have Vanished From The Switch eShop
Let’s hope for an AA run of the Data East boards. Would buy them all again from Hamster
Re: New Evercade Update Adds Turbo Fire, High Scores, And More
If I had any Evercade hardware I know I’d be pumped about that turbo fire..
Re: Best Golden Axe Games - Every Golden Axe Game Ranked
Golden Axe III is my favorite console version. It feels fluid to me.
Re: These Mega Drive / Genesis Watches Cost $800 Each
The Genesis one is a beauty I’m just not sure I need to see it on my wrist. Maybe a hoodie or something would be more my speed
Re: Review: Anbernic RG ARC - The Dream Handheld For Fighting Game Fans
Ordered the transparent black, but the opaque black should have been an option at the basic pricing, I feel. I don’t play fighting games but I did grow up with a Sega controller so this feels like the handheld for people who cherish Sega’s old hardware designs
Re: The NES Homebrew 'The Meating' Is Heading To The Game Boy Advance
New meaning to the phrase ‘you’re dead meat’
Re: 18 Wheeler Director Got A Driver's License In Order To Work On The Game
A reasonable move. Although, working in other genres, getting a license to kill or license to fly into space is going to be a little harder..
Re: Anniversary: Mario Kart: Double Dash!! Turns 20 Today
Something about this game that made it feel just crazy in a very positive way that the series has never replicated since. But I’m hopeful the next mario kart will bring that feeling back
Re: Sega Resurrects The Iconic "Sega Scream" For Sonic Superstars
My brain has accumulated a lot of unwanted advertising audio over the years, but this is one I’m cool with
Re: Gunstar Heroes Developer Treasure On Why Mega Drive Is Better Than SNES
The Genesis was the first TV Console we had permanently as kids (we could only rent the NES before it) so it left it’s mark on me. One of the top systems along with PS1 and NES. I played Snes at a friends house back then but its the system I go back to the least now, even with an everdrive in it.
Re: Miyoo Mini Flip Takes Inspiration From The Nintendo GBA SP
I like the sticks but I wonder if it’s hand crampy?
Re: Namco's Burning Force Comes To Switch And PS4 This Week
Much prefer first stage soundtrack on the Genesis. Just a bit punchier
Re: Anbernic's RG ARC Handheld Looks Like A Sega Saturn Pad
More than a little tempted by this… just show me the store link..
Re: Classic Sonic Hack 'Sonic Megamix' Is Being Remade In Sonic Mania's Engine
Sega fans do what Sega official don’t..
Re: Sunsoft's 'Ufouria The Saga' Switch Sequel Is Looking Absolutely Adorable
Super excited. My favorite game on the WiiU virtual console.
Re: R-Type's Fanmade Mega Drive/Genesis Port Receives New Demo Trailer
Would love to see Gradius get the Genesis treatment
Re: Anniversary: Super Mario Bros. 3 Is Now 35 Years Old
My folks rented me an NES from the corner store so I could play this game at the time. A true classic if there ever was one
Re: Analogue Pocket OS 2.0 Adds A Much-Requested Feature
The only use I have for FPGA technology is to keep my CRT’s in use. So CRT connectivity is something I was ultimately looking out for.
Re: 'Cavern Of Dreams' Is A New Love Letter To '90s Platformers, Available Now On Steam
Always interested to see these 3D 32-bit era throwbacks. In fact, I think many of them pinpoint that era’s technical more so than a lot of the 8/16-bit pixel games that shoot for their respective aesthetics
Re: Ys Net's 'Air Twister' Gets New Trailer Showcasing Extra Modes
Watched a trailer the other day for another space harrier clone with a similar spandex clad heroine..
Re: Atari Is Open To Pitches For A New Bubsy Game
You’re gilding a turd. A meme turd. Get a more appealing character.
Re: "Like A Book Or A Movie" - Star Fox Dev Dylan Cuthbert Shares His Vision Of Retro Gaming's Future
The oldies will probably always be an afterthought in the planning of major platforms. However, I think unlicensed developers will continue to innovate in this space out of (mostly) passion for classic gaming
Re: This Super Rare N64 Controller Could Fetch £1000 At Auction
Love leopard print..
Re: Shining Force And Landstalker Artist Yoshitaka Tamaki Has Passed Away
I didn’t know the identity behind that art but I always really liked it.
Re: Random: Till Receipt For ClayFighter: Sculptor's Cut Reaches $500 On eBay
It’s useless to be sure. Some are in it with their money purely for the spectacle, I guess. Strange times
Re: 'Densetsu No Stafy' For The GBA Has Been Given An English Fan Translation
Been playing this new translation on 3DS. Hopefully the sequels will follow soon. Nintendo could consider licensing Starfy again to a developer, but it’s probably in the pile of Nintendo platformers that seem to be dead
Re: Best NES Games Of All Time
The list isn’t bad but it’s too short, lol. I need a NES Top 100 to really feel like the system is getting it’s justice, because there are just so many games that are still worth digging deep into.
Re: Snow Bros. Is Getting A New 3D Action Game For PS5, PS4, & Switch
Pretty surprising and looks about right. Hopefully they can keep rolling on with reviving these classic platformer kill-em-up games
Re: Unofficial Genesis / Mega Drive 'Metal Gear' Port Sneaks Out Of The Shadows
Never played classic MGS, but put it on Genesis and it’s as good as done
Re: 1080° Snowboarding Dev Wanted The Prodigy's Music To Feature In The Game
Lagwagon or NOFX
Re: Best Game Boy Games Of All Time
Don’t know how I missed Gradius on GB but this article has surely rectified the matter. Let’s get that on NSO now
Re: Flashback: Who Created The Arcade Classic Frogger?
I don’t have a history with Frogger but I adore the game. I’ve been playing a lot of it lately, mostly the GG prototype (not sure what the history of that one is, would be good to know). It definitely needs a release but who knows if that’s ‘viable’ for Sega these days being a pixel game..
Re: 'Rugrats' Is Getting A NES Platformer That Reminds Us Of 'Bonk'
Bonk came to mind ya. Was just thinking the other day that a bonk tribute game in the original graphics style (a la Mega Man 9) would be so great
Re: Talking Point: Will Hand-Drawn Pixel Art Still Be Viable In Ten Years Time?
Pixel graphics stop looking nice, if not timeless in 10-20 years? Why would anyone say that? Oh, leadership within modern day Sega is saying that? Well there’s the problem..
Re: Review: Aya Neo Air 1S - Wipes The Floor With Switch And Steam Deck, At A Price
I’m not looking for this type of device but it’s impressive to read about with the exception of the energy issues. Good review
Re: Best Nintendo 3DS Games Of All Time
@NicolausCamp definitely missing Kirby. Although I’d also accept Triple Deluxe as much as Robobot
Re: Best Nintendo 3DS Games Of All Time
Okay, Sega 3D games made the list, it’s a legitimate list now
Re: "Lost" Taito Game Crescent Tale Resurfaces 26 Years Later
A lost ‘kill-em-up’ style game? Awesome indeed. Hopefully it’s given the Clockwork Aquario treatment!
Re: M2 Acquires Lightweight's PC-Engine Back Catalogue
Really would like to see more PCE rereleases