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Just a heads up for all you awesome retrogamers out there that read IndieRetroNews. As from Tuesday to Wednesday I will be taking a short break to be with family. This heat, and intense pain is also getting to me so I need a break. Furthermore with Saberman taking a week away as well on holiday, it will be a much slower week. But don't worry, the writing will continue as soon as possible. Lets hope we don't have any major news stories eh? ;) - Laters!
Welcome to the latest game update of Sky Shapers. An engaging 50 FPS vertical SHMUP developed for AGA Amiga computers by Norway’s Digilicious Nibbles, featuring hand-crafted graphics, three levels, and 37 enemy types. The title offers compelling boss fights, weapon upgrades, and two layers of parallax scrolling, which helped it secure an 88% review score in Amiga Addict magazine. More details are available on the Amiga Addict website. To coincide with this news, we've got the latest gameplay footage, and further information about the update.
Thanks to @PixelCNinja and Saberman, I’ve learned that Str1der has shown a work-in-progress proof of concept for Shinobi (1989) on the Commodore Amiga 500. While the project began when the developer experimented with recolouring visual assets from the Sega Master System version , he found the updated aesthetic was so compelling that it inspired him to work on this version of Shinobi. Currently, Joe Musashi's movements and an expansive 8-way scrolling map function seamlessly, demonstrating the stock A500 hardware's impressive ability to process a fast-paced action environment.
The animated film Wreck-It Ralph remains a classic, famously cantering on a bunch of characters from a fictional 1980s arcade machine. Over the years, fans brought that imaginary game to life across various platforms, including mobile devices, online browsers, the Commodore Amiga, and even via a homebrew Sega Genesis port. Now, this pixelated favorite is making headlines on IndieRetroNews once again. Steven Day recently reached out to share some exciting news for ZX Spectrum NEXT owners: following its success within the Commodore 64 community, this brilliant, arcade-style title is officially headed to the ZX Spectrum NEXT in the very near future.
I was going to have a break today, but I recently found about the release of Oids PC by Mausthekat for the ZX Spectrum NEXT. A faithful, built-from-scratch recreation of Dan Hewitt’s classic 1987 Atari ST game, newly optimized for the ZX Spectrum Next. Far from a lazy emulation, this tribute preserves the notoriously unforgiving physics that defined the original experience, challenging pilots to master a flight model based on momentum, gravity, and sixteen precise headings of another classic that many of us remember, thrust.
The classic 1993 Amiga platformer Superfrog has also unofficially arrived on Windows and Linux, bringing the complete and incredible Amiga game to modern gaming systems by Almost There Games. Originally released by Team 17, the acclaimed title was celebrated as a definitive mascot of the Amiga era. Not only was it incredibly enjoyable to play, but it had charming graphics and music reviving the tale of a frog-prince seeking to rescue his bride from a wicked witch.
NEOGEO owners are in for a treat as the legendary, challenging platformer Rick Dangerous is coming to SNK’s iconic hardware with the upcoming release of Rick Dangerous DX. Originally created by Core Design back in 1989, this unforgiving classic channels the spirit of Indiana Jones, thrusting players into lethal caves and booby-trapped temples. Our hero relies on a shooter, a few sticks of dynamite, and a trusty club to dodge relentless enemies, rolling boulders, and hidden spikes. Built entirely from scratch by developer Domkid of the Z-Team using Earok's powerful Scorpion Engine, this brand-new NEOGEO port acts as a fascinating backport of the 2008 Nintendo Wii remake by Magic Team. It follows successful Z-Team conversions for the Amiga in 2023 and the Sega Mega Drive in 2025.
Welcome to Maxwell’s Odyssey from Cosmic Void. A teased adventure platformer that throws you straight into the grim, pixel-art fortress of the Blood-Spitting Prophet. Your mission is to breach his deep dungeons and rescue the sorceress of Amber Valley, a legendary guardian who has kept the realm safe for generations. As you navigate the castle's eerie, atmospheric dungeons and hallways, you will uncover ancient lore, unearth the Prophet's twisted schemes, and hunt down hidden rooms overflowing with valuable loot. The entire experience is brought to life by a vibrant, synth-heavy soundtrack that keeps the energy high while you explore this dangerous place.
Well this is great news for Friday, as the Commodore Plus/4 scene has just received another port with the full release of System 3's 'International Karate', coded by the talented developer Ati. First teased as a promising preview at last year’s Arok Party, this highly anticipated port is now complete and ready to be downloaded and enjoyed by all. Players can once again lace up their boots and fight their way through iconic global backdrops, testing their skills as they climb the ranks from a humble white belt all the way to a prestigious black belt.
The legend that is JOTD, who has done many conversions such as Double Dragon, Ghosts'n Goblins, and Xevious, has now released Capcom’s classic vertical shooter Commando over to the Amiga as an enhanced AGA Arcade edition. The conversion leverages the Advanced Graphics Architecture of the Amiga 1200 and 4000, bringing an arcade-faithful experience that aims to surpass previous home ports. While Elite Systems originally released a well-received ECS/OCS port for the platform back in 1989. JOTD has acknowledged that the classic Elite version remains a quality conversion, noting that the architecture of the game wasn't overly complex to adapt, making an upgraded, arcade-accurate AGA version an enticing challenge he couldn't pass up.
PixelPlop has officially announced that the Commodore Amiga game called 'Loony Ledges' is in development, a vibrant new 8-bit style platformer specifically designed for the Amiga 500. Early impressions from the community have been overwhelmingly positive, with fans particularly praising the "great game" feel and "loving the music." To coincide with this news, provided below is some more details, as well as some gameplay footage to go along side the latest preview demo.