Putty & Putty Squad - Two great Amiga platformers ready for you to play (PC Playable)

Game Type : Arcade, Platformer
Launcher Developer : The Company.Pl
Developer(s) : System 3, Amiga Community - Phil B-B, John Twiddy & Phil Thornton
Game Info Quote : Originally intended for release in the early 90s, Putty Squad features old-skool gameplay and frenetic action that showcases the creativity the Amiga platform was renowned for, in it’s unique and unaltered glory. While Putty Squad is available for current and next-generation consoles and is a re-imagining of a classic game, The Amiga version released on Christmas Eve, 2013 is the original code base, making Putty Squad for the Amiga the most authentic Putty experience available.
Release Update : Last month System 3 released a game that's been in hiding for 20 years, and that game was Putty Squad. The problem was, that you either had to use an Emulator to get the adf's working, real Amiga floppies or try through the whdload method and have it installed onto a real Amiga, emulated hard drive. Which does take a bit of faffing about and to some annoyance. Well now thanks to The Company.Pl you don't have to worry. As they have released this game and the prequel in a single useable exe file. Simply load it up and play!
Release : Now Available
Systems : PC

The Legend Of Amy Rose 2: Vaati's Wrath - Enjoy the sequel to the first amazing free Zelda quest!

Game Type : Action, Adventure, JRPG, RPG
Developer : EddyTheOliveira
Game Info : Thanks to EddyTheOliveira who has just informed me that the sequel to his amazing first game The Legend Of Amy Rose 1 has since been released. The previous game blew me away, and this epic Zelda quest looks to take it that step further. Welcome to The Legend Of Amy Rose 2: Vaati's Wrath, a free release spanning a possible 10-15 hours worth of game play! But it's not just the game time that this has to offer, but beautiful retro graphics, 2 Massive Overworlds, 9 Main Dungeons, 8 Side Dungeons, 7 Main Characters and much more. It's pretty damn big, and I can say you will spend those hours in complete enjoyment. So what are you waiting for, go and download it!
Release : Now, Free
Systems : PC, Mac, Linux

Promised Lands - Free epic quest full of Zelda RPG qoodness

Game Type : Action, Adventure, JRPG, RPG
Developer : Jamian
Game Info : I was recently informed by Jamian, developer of the previous Zelda quest which was Linked To The Past, that a new Zelda quest has been released. Although it doesn't feature the high quality graphics of his previous work, don't let that put you off, as this is one large quest. Featuring 8 large dungeons, fully scripted bosses, mini bosses, several mini games, custom caves, and a story slightly more elaborate than the usual. So load it up, battle your way through with sword and shield in hand and enjoy the story, of which I wont spoil.
Release : Now, Free
Systems : PC, Mac, Linux

The Dungeoning - An Action Platformer RPG where death is permanent (Steam Greenlight/Alpha Demo)

Game Type : Action, Platformer, RPG
Developer : nickd3000
Game Info Quote : The Dungeoning is a mix of things, it's a difficult action game and a platformer with a bit of RPG and Rogue mixed in. It's inspired by Dark Souls and 16 bit platform games. If you die in The Dungeoning, you die in real life. No, wait, if you die you lose everything and start again in a new world.
Release : TBD
Systems : PC, Mac

Sierra Ops - A Space Sci-Fi Action RPG with an Anime theme (Indiegogo/Steam Greenlight)

Game Type : Action, RPG, Sci-Fi
Indiegogo Goal : $4,500
Developer Game Quote : Set in the year 2406, Captain Junius Fahrenheit, Major Jean Brookes, Officer Ashton Brookes, Ensign Claine de Lune, along with thousands of other United Terran Vanguard Soldiers thrusts into mankind's first interplanetary war. A Sci-Fi "Action RPG" set in space. 2D side view ship-to-ship combat with customizations and a campaign with branching routes.
Release : Dec 2014
Systems : PC, Mac, Linux

Project Adventure Game - Inspired by the classics, is a new Adventure Platformer (Steam Greenlight)

Game Type : Adventure, Platformer
Developer : DCM Software
Game Info Quote : This game has been inspired by some 8-bit and 16-bit classics such as The Maze of Galious, Castlevania Symphony of the Night and the like. Project Adventure Game is an action and exploration single player game with 2D graphics, in which you’ll have to enter in the depths of a cave divided in several zones to unveil its hidden secrets and succeed in all its challenges in order to finally reach the final battle.
Release : Available Now, Steam Release depends on Steam Greenlight success
Systems : PC

Barony - Roguelike Dungeon Crawler

Game Type : Dungeon Crawler, Multiplayer, Roguelike
Developer : Sheridan Kane Rathbun
Game Info Quote : Barony is a first-person multiplayer action RPG with many rogue-like elements, including (mostly) random dungeons, easy death, and discovery mechanics. That's a broad description of the game. A simpler and perhaps more evocative description is essentially, "Ultima Underworld, with multiplayer and lots of rogue-like stuff" because frankly, the game evokes Ultima Underworld's feeling quite a bit.
Release : TBA
Systems : PC

Lotus III: The Ultimate Challenge - A compilation of the best Amiga racing series (PC Playable)

Game Type : Racing, Single Player, Two Player
Amiga Launcher Developer : The Company.pl 
Original Developer : Magnetic Fields
Game Info : For me, Lotus released during the 90's was one of the best racing games on the Amiga, it was so much fun, with great graphics and the ability to race your friend(s) in split screen. It gave a true speed feeling, whizzing past other cars on the road or through tunnels trying to come first place. What's more, it even had weather affects! Not to be left out though, the music was very very good, I can even hear the music going through my head right now, do do do do, ok I'll stop now. But seriously, download this right now, you wont be disappointed. Thanks to The Company.pl the Amiga version has been released/updated to version 2.6 so you can now play this on your PC with higher graphical filters
Release : Available now, Free
Systems : PC

No Mutants Allowed - Fast paced, challenging and Free!

Game Type : Defence, Shooter
Developer : FogNG
Game Info Quote : No Mutants Allowed is a challenging, frantic, fast-paced action game! After a post-nuclear breakout, mutants are emerging from their depths, crawling to the surface and rampaging across the desert towards the city! Defend your base, using your best shooting skills, building up a small army, and learning new abilities. The safety of the city is on your shoulders!
Release : Now
Systems : Any, Browser Based

A Wizard's Lizard - Conquer the forces of Death in this Action RPG (Steam Greenlight)

Game Type : Action, RPG
Developer : Lost Decade Games
Game Info Quote : Conquer the forces of Death in A Wizard’s Lizard, an action RPG for Windows, Mac and Linux. Explore ever-changing dungeons, filled with valuable treasure and powerful items, while battling back the hordes of evil. Rescue townsfolk to improve your town and aid your next trek into the dungeon. Fans of The Legend of Zelda, Gauntlet, and The Binding of Isaac will love the retro-inspired twin-stick action of A Wizard's Lizard.
Release : Jan 22nd 2014
Systems : PC, MAC, LINUX

Hero of the Kingdom II - Sequel to the successful original Adventure, RPG (Steam Greenlight)

Game Type : Adventure, RPG
Developer : Lonely Troops
Game Info : Your beloved sister was kidnapped by pirates and taken far away to lands unknown. You have no choice but to embark on a journey to save her. You must be brave. You will travel to the end of the world, helping people, fulfilling quests, learning valuable skills, and finding hundreds of useful items. Hero of the Kingdom II is a sequel to the original and successful adventure game with enhanced graphics, gameplay and a new storyline featuring pirates. Sail to the farthest islands to save your sister and the kingdom!
Release : Second Quarter 2014
Systems : PC

Spuds Quest - A Kickstarter success, now for Steam Greenlight, inspired by classic games such as Dizzy!

Game Type : Action, Adventure, Platformer, Puzzle
Developer : ChrisD
Game Info : Spuds Quest was a complete success on Kickstarter as many gamers liked the look of this Dizzy style of game with other inspirations from Zelda and Metroid. I myself was also a backer, and I'm glad I had the chance to support this fantastic game, as it is really good. You take the role of Spud and his friend Prince Charming through an Adventure to uncover four ancient elemental essences that have the power to remove a curse upon the royal family. With plenty of levels, enemies and challenges ahead, this game is well worth a buy. Although the game is available now, it isn't yet on steam and that's down to you, to make it a Steam Greenlight success!
Release : Available now at the Humble Store or SpudsQuest.com
Systems : PC

Bitfighter - Fast paced space multiplayer game that's FREE!

Game Type : Arcade, Multiplayer
Developer : watusimoto
Game Info Quote  : Bitfighter is a fast-paced team-based outer-space multi-player combat game. There are many game modes and unique maps. Players can (and do) create maps by using the built-in map editor. Space exploration for warfare, construction, and beyond!
Release : Today, Free
Systems : PC, Mac

Putty Squad - Over 20 years and this beautiful Amiga game appears

Game Type : Arcade, Platformer
Developer(s) : System 3, Amiga Community - Phil B-B, John Twiddy & Phil Thornton
Game Info Quote : Originally intended for release in the early 90s, Putty Squad features old-skool gameplay and frenetic action that showcases the creativity the Amiga platform was renowned for, in it’s unique and unaltered glory. While Putty Squad is available for current and next-generation consoles and is a re-imagining of a classic game, The Amiga version released on Christmas Eve, 2013 is the original code base, making Putty Squad for the Amiga the most authentic Putty experience available.
Release : Now Available
Systems : Amiga, WINUAE recommended for PC owners

Enemy 2 - Here's another Amiga game to enjoy, this time an Action Adventure Platformer

Game Type : Action, Adventure, Platformer
Developer : André Wüthrich/David Röskamm
Game Info : A sequel to Enemy, which was published in 1997, is another Amiga game for you to pick up your retro Joystick for and this is Enemy 2. A game of Action, Adventure and Platforming as you combat your way through the ship Cromo. A game packed with 30 levels, new scenarios with interactive adventures and new foes. Before you jump the gun though, make sure to check out the first in the series
Release : Today, Free 
Systems : Amiga, WINUAE recommended for PC owners

Solid Gold - Jump n run and it's a new Amiga game!

Game Type : Arcade, Jump n run
Game Info : The Amiga may be a classic system but that doesn't mean that games are no longer produced for it and sure enough here comes Solid Gold. This is a neat Jump n Run 8-way scrolling game written just for the Amiga, which features ten levels spanning four worlds. What's more with different graphics and enemies, you'd think this was a retail release. 
Release : Today, Free 
Systems : Amiga, WINUAE recommended for PC owners

Secrets of Rætikon - A game of atmospheric exploration for Steam early access!

Game Type : 2D Exploration
Developer : Broken Rules Interactive
Game Info Quote : Secrets of Rætikon is an atmospheric, open-world, 2D exploration game set in the romantic wilderness of the Alps. Fly through savage mountains, encounter wild animal tribes and discover the secrets of an ancient culture. As a member of the mysterious bird people you become the pivot in the enduring struggle between nature and civilization.
Release : Today(Alpha early access)
Systems : PC, Mac, Linux

Drink Driver Bros - An Indie game where drink driving is fun!

Game Type : Arcade
Developer : Toast
Game Info  : In real life, drink driving is a big no no, so along comes a game where you can drink drive in a game and have fun doing so. Your task? To reach the party! But being completely wasted and the cops going in for the arrest, it wont be easy. Not just that, but the game gives you the impression of being drunk with a wavy screen. But hey at least you can run people over, shoot everything and even smash the cops off the road. Watch out for buildings, you will blow up!
Release : Today, Free
Systems : Any, Browser based

Recommended Youtubers for retro hardware goodness Lazy Game Reviews, Kooky Tech....

As you well know, this site is very much based on both the Indie and Retro side of gaming goodness, especially with my era going back to the 80's. Well just recently, I was checking through some of the best Youtubers, looking for some great hardware reviews of Retro systems. Well sure enough I found them, and although I don't usually plug other peoples views, this comes as an exception. I never had a C64, nor did I have a ZX Spectrum, but I did have an Amstrad cpc 464 and then onto an Amiga. There is something missing nowadays, as when I was a kid, there was complete excitement just going into a store and buying the latest magazine or seeing rows and rows of tapes at just £2.99. Or the large Amiga boxes full of colour, lots of floppies and spin wheels donating the games anti-protection. Such good times, such awesome games.... So if you are looking to buy a Retro computer system, either an 8bit or 16/32bit then enjoy the videos below!

Daylight - Zombie Studios teases another scary trailer for this First Person Horror!

Game Type : First Person Horror
Developer : Zombie Studios
Game Info Quote : Waking up in an abandoned hospital with only your cell phone for illumination, you explore the institution’s dark criminal past as you attempt to escape. In Daylight no two experiences are the same, and it is best played alone in the dark. Daylight introduces gamers to a procedurally generated world that replicates the horrifying nature of Daylight over and over again, but creates a different environment for each new game. Each time the player begins a new game, they experience a new world with new content and encounters; from the layout of the building and the things they seek to the events they encounter, it is never the same experience twice.
Teaser Info : You are in for a scary treat, as Zombie Studios have released the latest teaser trailer for this pretty damn scary looking First Person Horror Game, Daylight. As a Paranormal Investigator myself, I'm very much used to carrying devices in my hand walking through scary places, so it will be interesting to see if this game will actually scare me. So check out the trailer and look forward to an early 2014 release
Release : Early 2014
Systems : PC, PlayStation 4

WinUAE 2.7.1 (Beta) - Toni Wilen improves WinUAE with even more fixes!

Emulated Consoles/Systems : Amiga, Amiga CD32
Developer : Toni Wilen
Release News :  I was wondering when the next beta would be released of this rather impressive Amiga emulator WinUAE, and sure enough Toni Wilen doesn't disappoint. The final version 2.7.0 was only just released last month and this beta has many fixes and improvements from the previous final, so it's well worth a download. If you loved the Amiga and want to relive those days from the simplicty of your PC, then this emulator is just what you need. See change log below...

Bluetooth ZX Spectrum - The rebirth of the Spectrum? Well sort of (Kickstarter)

Kickstarter Goal : £60,000

Developer : Elite Systems Ltd
Info  : The Sinclair ZX Spectrum was an 8-bit personal home computer released in the UK in the 1980's and is one of the all time greatest classic computers. Though depending on who you ask, it still causes a bit of a discussion even today, of which was the better system, the ZX, the Amstrad CPC 464, C64 or BBC. But enough about that, it's on with the news. Elite Systems Ltd have announced through a Kickstarter, the Bluetooth® ZX Spectrum which is basically a recreated Sinclair ZX Spectrum as a Bluetooth keyboard. What's more when used in conjunction with the simultaneously released and separately sold Bluetooth ZX Spectrum apps and games, it will run just like the original system.

Release : Mid-Late 2014

Systems : Android, iOS, PC, Mac