Broken Altars - Another unique C64 game from drmortalwombat..Mouse Support too!

Here we are with another hot news story with the release of Broken Altars, a unique game for the Commodore 64 by prominent homebrew developer drmortalwombat. Combining resource management with tactical reconstruction, the game introduces a standout feature rarely utilized on vintage hardware: native mouse support. While Broken Altars is uniquely optimized to deliver its best experience using a mouse and keyboard setup, the developer has ensured that standard 8-bit configurations are fully supported. Players who prefer a traditional experience can easily navigate the entire game using just a classic joystick, or a joystick paired with a keyboard.

Apidya' Special - An authentic, 24-bit pixel remake of a classic Shoot 'em up is still coming and boy does it look good!

This month alone we've seen some real bangers of hot news stories, from Ghosts'n Goblins Arcade for the Amiga, the fantastic looking C64 game called Petal Panic, and Sonic The Hedgehog for the ZX Spectrum NEXT. Well, here's another one that is sure to be a big hit! As I've been informed that 'Apidya Special' by ININ Games, is still coming to consoles and PC August 2026. A game that is described as, "an authentic, 24-bit pixel remake of an incredible 90's Shoot 'em up. No 3D models, no AI upscaling—just handcrafted pixels and passion with an exclusive Chris Hulsbeck original soundtrack"!

--=O O=-- - Paint the screen with your balls in this new ZX Spectrum game by Briefer666

Another ZX Spectrum game has arrived, as homebrew developer Briefer666 has released an updated build of --=O O=--, a unique competitive multiplayer game for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum. The core objective of --=O O=-- is simple yet frantic that will have you hooked: players must completely paint their half of the screen before their opponent does. Each player commands a distinct dual-setup consisting of both a ball and a sharp blade. A blade that must be avoided at all costs... One wrong move and it's back to the "safety" zone for you.

Cyber Wraith - Another fantastic speccy game makes an appearance

If you're feeling glum and want some fresh news for a Thursday, then we have just found out that sisko_MSX has officially launched Cyber Wraith, an intense new sci-fi action title for the ZX Spectrum. The game drops players into a desperate sci-fi nightmare. The distant planet NOIRYS-9 has completely fallen to a hostile invasion of malicious mechanical constructs. Every local facility and outpost is now locked down under the iron fist of the Great Cyber, a ruthless artificial intelligence that has physically reshaped the entire celestial body into a sprawling, metallic bastion.

Rex: Into the Shadow Realm - This upcoming Amiga sequel from HoysterGames looks rather special! [UPDATE]

Well this is fantastic news and one I didn't expect to be writing today! Is the fact that Hoyster Games (Kevin Watson-Hoy & Matthew McGuire), has officially announced its third title, Rex: Into the Shadow Realm, a fast-paced vertical shooter coming to the classic Commodore Amiga later this year with a demo in June. Serving as a direct sequel to Rex and the Galactic Plague, this upcoming release marks the third expansion of the studio's expanding Osiris Universe, which also includes The Osiris Infection.

HOT NEWS as Ghosts'n Goblins has arrived as a Commodore Amiga AGA edition via JOTD! [UPDATE]

If you played ' Ghosts'n Goblins ' the first game in the Ghosts 'n Goblins franchise on systems such as the Amstrad, Amiga, Atari, C64 and ZX Spectrum, or the more recent arcade overhaul that was released for the Plus/4. You'll be interested to know that as of just recently, JOTD has finally released the eagerly awaited Ghosts'n Goblins AGA for the Commodore Amiga. An enhanced version for the Amiga 1200 and above bringing it more in line with the Arcade classic. 

The Tale of Sir Galahad - An upcoming Amiga game originally inspired by Monty Python

An upcoming Commodore Amiga AMOS developed title, The Tale of Sir Galahad the Chaste, may well be getting a playable demo tease after a two-year solo development cycle by Empedocles. While the adventure platformer was originally inspired by the classic film Monty Python and the Holy Grail, the final narrative has shifted into a serious plot centered around Holy Grail mythology and Gnostic Christianity. Players take on the role of Sir Galahad to defeat Yaldabaoth, the malevolent deity ruling the realm. 

Solseed: Journey to Spring - A brand new retro adventure for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum 48K by marinovic

Solseed: Journey to Spring is a brand-new retro release by developer marinovic, delivering yet another platformer experience designed specifically for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum 48K. Players will not only navigate a series of classic, screen-by-screen challenges that capture the true essence of vintage 1980s gaming! But there's themed areas such as deep winter woodlands, a heavy snow forest, and melting fields, 24 rooms filled with environmental dangers, secrets, and branching paths, aggressive enemies, and so so much more!

Petal Panic - This upcoming Commodore 64 game by Piggy 18 Team looks fantastic!

Well this is incredible news, as the highly acclaimed developer Piggy 18 Team—the creative minds behind the award-winning hits like A Pig Quest—unveils their latest masterpiece for the Commodore 64, titled Petal Panic. In this game you will guide Pete through beautifully animated, non-linear multi-stage worlds. Each distinct ecosystem is filled with unpredictable threats, culminating in massive, screen-filling boss fights that will put your reflexes and gardening strategy to the ultimate test!

Sonic Spectrum Next - Sonic The Hedgehog comes over to the Spectrum NEXT via dave18

Sonic the Hedgehog has made its way onto the ZX Spectrum Next in an exciting new release titled Sonic Spectrum Next, developed by prominent retro community creator dave18. The game is a direct conversion of the classic Sega Master System (SMS) version. This ambitious port follows hot on the heels of the developer's prior game, where they successfully translated the brilliant Sega Master System shooter Astro Warrior over to the advanced FPGA architecture of the Next. To coincide with this exciting news story, Saberman has done a gameplay video.

The Adventure of Node - A native adventure Zelda-like game is in development for the Commodore Amiga [UPDATE]

Homebrew team Tedzogh, Dor, aZtOcKdOg, imjustpickle and keyj freely, has officially launched a playtest phase for its upcoming native Commodore Amiga adventure game, The Adventure of Node. Taking heavy inspiration from classic action-RPGs such as Zelda, the title introduces players to a fantasy world requiring sharp reflexes and critical thinking. While the game is still in active development and today's demo is an early tease, the game is likely to go through a lot of improvements until its final release.

Metro Siege - A 16-bit Beat 'em Up for Amiga, Neo Geo, and PC. Smashes Kickstarter goal!

Well this is incredible news, as the highly anticipated Metro Siege Kickstarter campaign has successfully smashed its initial funding goal, proving that the appetite for classic side-scrolling brawlers remains stronger than ever. Developed as a love letter to vintage arcade action by BitBeamCannon, this 16-bit co-op beat 'em up is currently being built for classic Amiga computers, Neo Geo hardware, and modern PC systems. While there is still 28 days to go, the Kickstarter stands at £24,885 pledged of a £13,817 goal!

Wonder Boy Remake - A fabulous remake for the Amstrad 128k is teased again with some demo footage!

One such game I used to love was that fantastic platformer ' Wonder Boy ' designed by Ryuichi Nishizawa. A game which started its life as a skateboarding rock jumping and axe bashing platformer, that later became the adventure platformer with RPG elements Wonderboy in Monsterland. And it's the original Wonderboy which is getting an announcement, as thanks to the creator Benjamin Yoris@BenYoris letting us know, the classic skateboarding platformer which many of us still love to this day, is still coming to the Amstrad CPC as a much improved 128k version!