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Frogger RX – This Arcade-like version of Frogger for the ZX Spectrum is looking good! (+Demo)
When I was growing up I really loved playing the 1981 Arcade game of Frogger by Konami. It had loads of charm, great gameplay for kids and it really made you feel for the safety of those little green frogs as they hopped their way across a busy road, then across a river of logs…
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Retro Review: Fossil Fighters: Frontier: Whole Lot of Digging’ Goin’ On
You have to be a pretty naive gamer to say that “Fossil Fighters: Frontier” is a one-of-a-kind experience, but you’d have to be incredibly ignorant to say it doesn’t deliver in spite of being derivative. Immersed in solid atmosphere and a kid-friendly story that they’ll absolutely eat up, “Fossil Fighters: Frontier” makes great use of…
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Ladybird – A rather cool Commodore 64 game by Icon64 with publishing by Psytronik!
Looking for some more entertainment this weekend, either through emulation or real hardware, then come and check out Icon64 with publishing by Psytronik’s latest Commodore 64 game of ‘Ladybird’. A retro-inspired arcade game, in which you must make your way through 16 nests full of the nastiest insects to save your kiddies. To coincide with this…
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Mimo’s Quest – A WIP adventure game for the Amstrad by CP Soft!
Transylvania Castle wasn’t the only game to see a release this week for the Amstrad CPC, as we’ve also been informed through Facebook, that CP Soft has made available a work in progress version of Mimo’s Quest. A top down adventure game set in a pseudorandomly generated world. In light of this news, we’ve got a…
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OutRun Arcade – A vastly superior version of a classic racer is coming to an Amiga near you via Reassembler
In 1986 Sega released one of the greatest racers of our time, it just had to be Out Run. An Arcade racer designed by Yu Suzuki, that was not only a commercial success, but became one of the best selling games of its time. A game that featured incredible graphics, fantastic music and fast paced…
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RallyXSE – Had enough of the usual? Then check out this proof of concept Amiga game by Zooperdan
Are you sick and tired of all the arcade platformers, shooters and puzzlers that we feature day in and day out for the Amiga? Then Zooperdan has you covered with this upcoming Commodore Amiga game of ‘RallyXSE’. A proof-of-concept top down racer that is currently being made using Scorpion Engine requiring AGA (Stock A1200). Although…
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EVIL DUNGEON III – The sequel to a great RPG-based Fantasy Adventure for the C64 by RetroArts
If you’re looking to play a new RPG that’s not only atmospheric, but is full of monsters, dark dungeons and loot on your Commodore 64, then make sure to check out the latest release of EVIL DUNGEON III by RetroArts. The sequel to a great RPG-based Fantasy Adventure for the C64, that is sure to…
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How 2025’s Hottest Games Are Inspired by Retro Game Design
it’s a triumphant return to the roots that have captivated generations of gamers. Consoles like the NES, Sega Genesis, and Super Nintendo evoke memories of carefree fun and exciting discoveries for Gen X and older millennials. But it’s not just these generations enjoying retro games – Gen Z is also embracing journeys through time, where…
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STERN OF THE UNION ADDRESS – FEBRUARY 2025
The Stern of the Union Address, your monthly resource for news, information and highlights on all things Stern Pinball. Without further ado my fellow pinheads: DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Tyrant’s Eye: We scored a critical hit at this year’s CES show with the debut of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Tyrant’s Eye! We landed on numerous…
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The Evolution of Gaming from Arcades to Online Entertainment
The era when the sound of coins and the illumination of arcade machines were the exclusive means of engaging with video gaming has passed. This transition from the physical, button-pressing enjoyment of arcade games to the digital domain is not just a change but a journey that evokes a sense of nostalgia. It signifies a…
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