No matter how old the hardware may be, the Super Nintendo is capable of producing some absolutely stunning sounds and melodies. Of the many titles utilising this powerful audio range, Chrono Trigger’s soundtrack is often regarded as holding some of the best 16-bit compositions ever made. In an attempt to expand this game’s music, ROM […]
80’s Anime ‘Saber Rider & The Star Sheriffs’ Set For Licensed PC Engine & Sega Dreamcast Game

In 1984 animation gurus Studio Pierrot released a space-western styled anime which would go on to hit US audiences under the name Saber Rider and the Star Sheriffs. Although only lasting a year and fading into obscurity, the series is finally set to receive a video game adaptation 30 years later – one set for […]
Virtua Fighter

Pity the poor 32X – while theoretically a sound idea, the Mega Drive upgrade just couldn’t compete with dedicated 32-bit consoles, leading to a short and undignified life. However, it did have some highlights and Sega’s excellent conversion of Virtua Fighter was definitely one of them. AM2’s arcade classic was the perfect fit for the add-on. The flat-shaded […]
Opinion: Can Video Games Be Used For Medicinal Purposes? Personal Past Experience Says, “Yes”

Earlier this month, this writer started a brand new association with a fresh new blog called Gravis Ludis, which is run by the same fine peeps that also run Retro Gaming Magazine, a site in which we have both had […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Homebrew Nintendo NES Platformer ‘Jet Paco’ Heading For Cartridge Release Via Crowdfunding Campaign

At the start of the year the incredibly talented homebrew developers The Mojon Twins released a brand new action-adventure for the Nintendo NES. Like many of their prior releases, Jet Paco was put online for free as a downloadable ROM, however, the Spanish coders have decided to give their title what it truly deserves – […]
Win $10,000 Dream PC Setup with LG’s UltraWide Festival

We all love our ZX Spectrums, but even we get pangs of jealousy when we see our friends and their shiny new PC rigs. Sometimes, 48K of RAM and a Z80 CPU just doesn’t cut it. If you’re in the same boat though, don’t worry! As part of LG’s brand-spanking new UltraWide Festival 2015, you […]
