by Mike Mertes | Jun 21, 2022 | 1980s, 1990s, Console/PC/Handheld, Magazine
As you read through this month’s issue, chances are the classic computer bug will bite you, and you may find yourself searching for a way to acquire one of those marvelous computing devices from the past. Who wouldn’t want to see the beautiful blue screen...
by Indie Retro News | Jun 20, 2022 | 1980s, 2020s, Console/PC/Handheld, Indie Built-Retro Inspired, Indie Game
In 1989 Sega released the incredible side scrolling, beat ’em up, hack and slash fighter for the Arcades and for the Mega Drive/Genesis. It involved lots of weapon swiping against enemies and big bosses, riding mythical beasts, different levels, picking up...
by Patrick Hickey Jr. | Jun 19, 2022 | 1980s, Console/PC/Handheld, Interviews
Today, video games are the leading voice of pop culture. Academics could deny it, film buffs and audiophiles may not accept it, but it’s indeed the case. The highest grossing form of entertainment in the world, the impact of video games on several generations is...
by Kevin Butler | Jun 17, 2022 | 1980s, Console/PC/Handheld, Interviews, Magazine
Back in the early days of computers, if you wanted a program or specific function, you programmed it yourself. A couple of companies formed in the 1950s would become the first independent software companies. These companies included Computer Usage Company, Applied...
by Indie Retro News | Jun 16, 2022 | 1980s, 2020s, Console/PC/Handheld, Indie Built-Retro Inspired
A Monday morning news story, as trawling through the CSdb website we’ve just found out that Arlasoft, who was behind great Arcade conversions such as Donkey Kong Jr, Fastfood, Galaga and Galaxian DX has released a new 1.1 update to his unofficial port of the...
by Old School Gamer | Jun 15, 2022 | 1980s, 2020s, Console/PC/Handheld, Press Release
Leading Retro Arcade Platform partners with Irem and Tozai Games to add arcade classics to the world’s largest free-to-play library of games New titles added to Antstream Arcade include R-Type, Lode Runner, Spelunker, Kung-Fu Master and 10-yard Fight. London: 15th...