Contra: Operation Galuga Review – The Konami Code
Over the years, Contra has seen a bit more reinvention than it really needed. Sure, the first games, including the SNES and Sega Genesis sequels, stayed on the status quo. [...]
N64: A Visual Compendium Book Review – Here We Goooooo!
For some of us, the Nintendo 64 holds a special place in our hearts. The thrill of running through a 3D world like Super Mario 64, or simply exploring the [...]
Berserk Boy Review: Let’s Go Crazy
Inspiration can take a number of directions, particularly with Mega Man. On the one hand, you can have a good-natured remake like Mighty No. 9 with the best intentions…but not [...]
Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story Review – This One’s For the Mutant Camels
I think Digital Eclipse is onto something with its Gold Master Series. The company launched its first entry back in August with the ferocious Making of Karateka, which dove into [...]
New Star GP Review: Reading the Vroom
You probably don’t seem to realize just how iconic a game Virtua Racing was. It took the realm into true 3D racing, while at the same time presenting a wonderful [...]
Top Racer Collection Review – Get Into Gear
These days, releasing a classic compilation feels like a safe bet. But care and devotion needs to be put into that collection to make it attractive to gamers. Tomb [...]
Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster Review – This Is the Revamp You’re Looking For
Nearly three decades (!) ago, Star Wars: Dark Forces made its debut, with LucasArts trying to – and succeeding in – getting a piece of that lovely Doom pie from [...]