Jail Break - A 1986 Arcade game is still coming to the Amiga via JOTD [BETA UPDATE]

Even more fantastic news for you all, as just I found out by a good friend of ours that the 1986 Arcade game called 'Jail Break', which was also released on many different systems such as the Amstrad, C64 and ZX Spectrum, is still coming to the Amiga as an arcade conversion/port by JOTD. The same developer who also released many other games such as Elevator Action, Super Xevious 1200, Hyper Sports and many more. In light of this news, provided below is some beta from the game which wasn't created using the Scorpion Engine ;).

SuperHair 2 Revenge of the Wizard - For the first time Super Hair goes Isometric in this new ZX Spectrum game from MicroChops

With all the news that's been posted this week you'd think I'd take a break, but not so! As Micro Chops has announced the release of the eagerly awaited ZX Spectrum game called Super Hair 2 : Revenge of the Wizard. A game which doesn't just star the character Super Hair, but unlike all the previous platformers we've featured with this character, SuperHair 2 Revenge of the Wizard has gone isometric. In light of this news, provided below is a new screenshot, as well as gameplay footage from Saberman.

A mouse life 2: Escape from science lab - Help a Mouse escape from the laboratory in this new ZX Spectrum 128k game from BAD BITS

Another ZX Spectrum homebrew to add to a massive list of featured titles, as a new game has appeared called A Mouse Life 2: Escape from Science Lab, a new title from developer BAD BITS. Built using the XPAGD Gen2 engine by Xavisan, this sequel puts players back in the paws of a resourceful rodent desperate for freedom. Players must navigate perilous screens to deactivate shimmering force fields by hunting down hidden buttons. However, finding the switch is only half the battle; to unlock the exit, you must scavenge the environment to collect every letter of the word "DOOR."

WE SMASHED IT!! Total pageviews 100 million on IndieRetroNews!

Every so often I like to check the total view count to see how we are doing, and today I was rather shocked to see we smashed the 100 million view count, a total of 100,292,086 views. For an Indie and Retro website this is rather impressive indeed. But this is all thanks to you the reader, as well as Patreon Supporters, Twitchers  and Youtubbers that keep coming back and also spreading our news far and wide. You make this place extra special! In fact our site is actually global as we get readers from the USA, UK, Canada, China, Germany, France, Poland, Italy, Spain, Australia, Greece and even Sweden, with a vast majority coming from the USA! So again all I can say is a massive thank you and keep spreading the news, we are here and here to stay :) 

Barbarian - HOT NEWS as Barbarian: The Ultimate Warrior" arrives on the Atari XL/XE

For decades, Atari enthusiasts have felt a void without one of the most iconic fighting games from the 1980's. Today, that "historical bug" has finally been fixed. Team Vega have released a brand-new port of the legendary Barbarian, built from the ground up specifically to harness the unique power of the Atari XL and XE line. As one person puts it "The highly anticipated release of "Barbarian: The Ultimate Warrior" for the Atari XL/XE series is here. This version has evolved dramatically since its first teaser some years back promising an unforgettable experience for retro gaming fans."

Mundialito 2 - Love Football/Soccer then check out this upcoming Commodore Amiga game by Acneproduction

Acneproduction has revealed Mundialito 2, a high-energy sequel born from a lifelong passion for the beautiful game. Built with a "retro-first" mindset, this title aims to recapture the frenetic, wide-eyed joy of childhood gaming. While still in active development, Mundialito 2 promises a massive roster of 32 international teams all vying for championship glory. The final release is set to feature two distinct ways to play: Classic Mode: For those who crave a traditional simulation experience and Arcade Mode: A chaotic twist where game-changing power-ups and bonuses appear directly on the pitch to aid your team or sabotage your rivals.

Iron Rails - A Railway Strategy Game for the Commodore Amiga by CopperByte Games

The Commodore Amiga continues its homebrew goodness with the release of Iron Rails, a sophisticated railway strategy title from developer CopperByte Games. Drawing deep inspiration from the "cube rail" board game genre, this exclusive new release challenges players to build a transportation empire across the face of North America. Iron Rails casts players as budding rail barons tasked with navigating a sprawling map featuring 36 major cities and a network of over 100 potential routes. The core gameplay loop blends careful planning with high-stakes competition as players collect train cards to claim vital connections.

Return to Blacktooth - Spiritual successor to ‘80s classic Head Over Heels is coming May 4th for both Amiga and Atari ST!

Retro gaming fans, dust off your joysticks and get ready to relive a classic game that many of us remember from our youth. After nearly four decades of anticipation, the spiritual successor to the legendary 1987 hit Head Over Heels is finally arriving. Titled as 'Return to Blacktooth', this upcoming release for the Commodore Amiga and Atari ST aims to recapture the magic of the golden age of isometric adventures. As in the words of Thalamus Digital Publishing. "An old-school isometric arcade adventure and the spiritual successor to the much-revered ‘80s classic!"

Metropolis 1998 - This SimCity/Transport Tycoon like game coming Soon To Early Access, looks awesome!

Fans of classic city-building simulations have a new reason to be excited, especially if you loved games such as Sim City or even the look of Transport Tycoon. As Yesbox Studios prepares for its highly anticipated Early Access launch of Metropolis 1998. Blending the nostalgic aesthetic of the 90s and early 2000s with sophisticated modern tech, this title is carving out a unique space in the simulation genre. Players can get a first taste of the game now with a playable demo on Steam.

Rastan - Another teased update to a fabulous WIP Amiga 500 and above Arcade game!

Sometime back I gave you the heads up about a new alpha demo of 'Rastan' that was made available by basementApe for the Commodore Amiga. Well fast forward to today and if you're hoping for some new updates in regards to this Arcade development using Earok's excellent scorpion engine, then make sure to check out the latest gameplay video. A new video in which the creator says "I made a lot of progress this past month! Currently working on the boss for level 2, teeny mockup/preview at the bottom."

Zippy Race as an Amiga 500 port by Modern Vintage Gamer

Here's another heads up for all of you fine Amiga gamers, as I've just found out through Twitter that Modern Vintage Gamer has finally released the eagerly awaited Arcade to Amiga port of the top down racing game called 'Zippy Race', also known as MotoRace USA in the states! A game in which the player controls a racer who must travel on a motorcycle from Los Angeles to New York City. To coincide with this news, Saberman has provided a short game play video.

GoatBeat - Dance Dance Revolution for the C64, but with a twist!

The 8-bit rhythm scene is about to get a lot louder with the release of GoatBeat, a brand-new title from developer Roman Werner. Moving beyond the traditional limitations of retro gaming with no platformers or shoot 'em ups in sight, GoatBeat is a high-energy "love letter" to the legendary SID chip era, designed to push both your timing and your hardware to the limit. While inspired by Dance Dance Revolution, GoatBeat is built from the ground up specifically for original Commodore 64 hardware. It exchanges plastic floor mats for the classic precision of a joystick, requiring players to hit directions in perfect synchronicity with the pulse of the music.

Railblaze - Transversion for the Commodore Amiga by Dion Guy!

The Commodore Amiga homebrew scene has received a fresh jolt of adrenaline with the release of Railblaze, a new title developed by Dion Guy for the Commodore Amiga. Drawing heavy inspiration from the classic Transversion, Railblaze plunges players into a high-stakes rescue mission. After your spacecraft is seized by the hostile Damidi Empire, you find yourself trapped within the complex layers of their digital grid network. To secure your freedom, you must navigate 20 perilous floors, harvesting blue orbs to unlock the path to the next level while dodging a barrage of enemy fire and environmental traps.