BabeAnoid 2.0 the best Arkanoid clone ever created for the Amiga! [New backdrops]

If you remember Arkanoid; an arcade game first developed by Taito in 1986, with the bat like device scrolling from side to side at the bottom of the screen, bouncing an orb back and forth and smashing blocks for a high score, then you are going to love this latest Commodore Amiga news story that's just been sent to us. As we have been told that hexaae has released some brand new backdrops for the Commodore Amiga game of 'BabeAnoid 2.0' . A 2003 game by Richard Fhager that is regarded as the best Arkanoid on the Amiga with super polished graphics

Twintris Deluxe - Love Tetris, then check this Commodore 64 game out!

If you loved the 1984 game of Tetris, you'll be pleased to know that as of today, you can download the very latest Tetris style game of 'Twintris Deluxe' by Trex. A far improved deluxe version of a game originally released in 2001 by Megastyle, in which the nfo states as " very spartan and still fairly immature ". To coincide with this news, we've got the full details about this release, as well as some gameplay footage showing this 1 to 2 player Tetris clone in action.

Skynet - This new game by Hicks for the ZX Spectrum is rather awesome!

Another day and another ZX Spectrum game on Indie Retro News, as we've recently been informed via Saberman, that if you head on over to Hicks website, not only can you download some rather enjoyable games such as Haoken, The Goblin and Akane, but as of right now, you can download his rather awesome action platformer for the ZX Spectrum called 'Skynet'. A game which you play as Kyle Reese, on a mission to infiltrate the Skynet base and travel to the past to put a stop to the machines.

Sapermania - Another Amiga Minesweeper game makes an appearance

From the same creator who brought you the excellent 2024 Amiga game of Master Of Minefields, comes another Minesweeper clone which may take your fancy. Titled as 'Sapermania', this game created by Reborn80, is not only another Minesweeper clone. But this game was originally created back in 1993 and has only since been released as the AMOS source code has been found, finalized and made useable. To coincide with this news, we've got the full dev notes from the developer below.

Heartlight - A Spectrum port/remake of a Polish Boulder Dash clone

If you remember playing xLand Games Boulder Dash clone of 'Heartlight', a game which was released way back in 1991 to 1993 for the Atari 8bit, Amiga and PC, then you are going to like this latest news story that's just been sent to us. As we've been told that Ralf has made available the ZX Spectrum port remake of, yes you guessed it, 'Heartlight'. A new game in which the creator has kindly shared with the community as a Christmas gift. In light of this news, we've got some more info from the developer as well as a gameplay video.

DON'T TOUCH MY EGGS! - Another family friendly game appears, but this time for the Amstrad CPC by Voxel Tower!

The Pretzelves wasn't the only game released that anyone of any age could pick up and play, there was also this new game by Voxel Tower called 'DON'T TOUCH MY EGGS!' for the Amstrad CPC. A new game in which playing as Luis Romera, you must use your football skills to gather as many eggs as possible in the basket, while also avoiding enemies or being dropped and splattered on the ground. In light of this news, Xenomorph has provided a gameplay video.

The Pretzelves - A family friendly present throwing C64 game from Pretzel Logic

Some more festive fun for our retro gaming readers, is the latest release of the family friendly arena based game from Pretzel Logic called 'The Pretzelves ' for the Commodore 64. A game in which you not only have to collect presents for a high-score, but you are in competition with another elf to collect as many presents as possible, without being knocked, or pranked hindering your progress. To coincide with this news, we've got a brief description about the game as well as some gameplay footage.

Alien Intruder - A new MS-DOS single screen arcade game from Juan J. Martínez

With the MS-DOS Gaming! Facebook group hitting a massive 54K members, it's about time we get some decent homebrew DOS games to keep them occupied. Well it looks as if I found one, as thanks to the developer contacting me in my email, I've been told that Juan J. Martínez has released the MS-DOS game of 'Alien Intruder'. A single screen jump-and-shoot arcade platformer featured in this article with a couple of screenshots.

Kolotoc - A Wheel of Fortune style game for the Amstrad CPC!

Throughout the years on IndieRetroNews, most of the games we feature are either platformers or shoot 'em ups, although we do feature other genres, those two are the most dominant. So to change all that, here's something we haven't featured before, and it's a Wheel of Fortune style game for the Amstrad CPC called 'Kolotoc' by Crazy Piri. A game in which the team has said "Family category, geek category. English, French. Everyone’s going to love it!". To coincide with this news, there's two gameplay videos one from Saberman and the other from Xenomorph.

KROOK - An action puzzler for the Amstrad CPC by Tartessos Games

Another homebrew this week with more Amstrad CPC news, as we were recently informed by Saberman through Facebook, that Tartessos Games has released their latest game of 'KROOK'; a new release in which the creator says is a puzzle-action and ability game. To coincide with this news, we've got the full details about this Amstrad title as well as a short gameplay video!

Pacific Air War - A homage to the classic arcade game 1942 for the Vic +24k

Back in the 80's a great shoot 'em up was released in the Arcades by Capcom called 1942. A game in which you shot down enemy planes, avoided being shot out of the sky and performed awesome rolls while collecting power ups. While it was an awesome game, and can still be enjoyed by anyone today, thanks to huffelduff however, we have a new game added to itch io called Pacific Air War: A homage to the classic arcade game of 1942 for the Vic +24k.

Rastan - Another demo 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 we have been told a new v0.33 demo has been made available. A new demo which according to the creator "revamps level 1-1 backgrounds to bring them a bit more in line with the arcade original".

A Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year from Indie Retro News

Here we are again with another Christmas and what a year it has been, full of incredible retro games such as FASTER - A new super-fast and silky-smooth racing game for the Atari STE, Mighty Street Fighter for the Amstrad CPC, to Bubble Bobble on the Atari XL/XE and Tony - A hit monochrome game for the Commodore 64. I mean seriously I could be here all day listing the greatness that has appeared throughout 2024 that has blown us all away.

Grind - An epic first person shooter for Amiga 500 gets another playable tease! [Patreon Paywall]

The retro gaming news hasn't finished with us just yet, as after already featuring a number of games for you to enjoy. Here comes another Doom like announcement to keep you occupied throughout the rest of the week! If you remember our previous article regarding the work in progress project of 'Grind'; A game that John Tsakiris and team is aiming to bring a Doom-like experience to the Amiga as the holy-grail of Amiga gaming. Then as of today we have some brand new info, and some lush new graphics to go with the upcoming Doom like Amiga game of 'Grind'.

Captain Ishtar 2 - Psytronik Software is proud to present another great C64 release!

Psytronik Software who are a software label and publisher are certainly no strangers to us or the retro gaming scene. They have been devoted to releasing games for many different classic systems such as the Amstrad, C64, C16 and VIC-20. Games such as Knight 'n' Grail, Darkness and Sub Hunter to name but some of the great games they have been involved in. Well here are with another cool release via Psytronik, as they have released via itch io, a C64 title called ' CAPTAIN ISHTAR VS. THE FEDERATION'S MOST WANTED '; A game designed by ALF YNGVE with music by Richard Bayliss!

Ruff in Trouble - A high quality nod to RUFF N TUMBLE for the Atari XL/XE (revised version)

One of the best games to come out of the ABBUC Software Contest 2024 for the Atari XL/XE, was 'Ruff in Trouble'. A nod to a game first released for the Amiga by Renegade in 1994, and developed by Wunderkind called 'Ruff N Tumble': A classic action packed Amiga platformer which is still incredible even to this day. Well here's some news for you if you have an Atari XL/XE, as shanti77 has released a revised edition of Ruff in Trouble for the Atari XL/XE, a new version with changes including background music.

Sam.Pr Explorer - Explore ancient Egypt in this new MSX 2 game via the MSXdev'24 compo!

Even more games are appearing for the MSXdev’24 competition and rather than the platforming antics of The drop of Abu-Cymbel or Sorcerer Kid Adventure, this time you play as Sam.PR on an adventure within the Pyramids of Egypt. The only problem is, he's found himself trapped inside one of those pyramids and you must find a way out. In light of this new retro gaming news, Saberman has provided a short gameplay video below.

Tarzanete - A new arcade platformer for the Amstrad CPC by RetroMakes

Amstrad CPC owners I haven't forgotten about you, as both Saberman and Xenomorph have provided two gameplay videos for the latest arcade platformer of Tarzanete for the Amstrad CPC by RetroMakes. A game in which you play as a character just an inch in size, that has been accidently swallowed by a human and needs to find the way back out. To coincide with this news, we've got some further information about the game but do be aware it has been translated.

Sorcerer Kid Adventure - A challenging Arcade Platformer released for the MSX by VidaExtraRetro

Another MSX game has made an appearance, as we have just found out through FB, that VidaExtraRetro has ported over to the MSX, the ZX Spectrum Arcade Platformer of 'Sorcerer Kid Adventure'. A game in which you must not only guide a young sorcerer apprentice in his first adventure through dark forests and the insides of dangerous caverns, but you must complete his quest to infiltrate a Dark Castle to find three fragments of a Sacred Book. To coincide with this news, as ever we've got another screenshot from the game and a gameplay video.

Cube Droid Holiday Special - A Christmas treat for fans of Cube Droid Saves the Galaxy on the MSX 2

There's been a lot of Puzzle games featured lately, from Catbox for the MSX 1, to Ami Robbo 2 for the Commodore Amiga. Well if you were hoping for some more challenging puzzles to keep you occupied throughout the rest of this week, then come and check out bitsofbas's MSX 2 puzzle game of 'Cube Droid Holiday Special'. A Christmas treat for fans of Cube Droid Saves the Galaxy, with a free 24 level Christmas themed pack of goodness....You don't even need the original Cube Droid to play this! 

The drop of Abu-Cymbel - An MSX nod to a very difficult game of 'Abu-Simbel Profanation'

Abu Simbel Profanation was the third in the Johnny Jones Saga and was released in 1985 for the Spectrum, Amstrad CPC and MSX. It was regarded as one of the most difficult games of Spanish Software History. Well if you remember this very frustrating yet enjoyable game, will be pleased to know that joesg has released via the MSXdev24 competition, the MSX game of The drop of Abu-Cymbel: A humorous reference to an all time classic cranking the difficulty up to 11. To coincide with this news, if this sounds like your sort of game, then make sure to check the gameplay footage below.

Catbox - A puzzler for the MSX by Gamecast

Another entry in the MSX Dev 2024 competition and one that yet again will challenge your brains, is Gamecast's new Puzzler called Catbox: A MSX 32KB game in which your sole purpose is to guide your cat out of the maze before time runs out... Just make sure to avoid the ghosts, and collect objects along the way to get a higher score. To coincide with this news, we've got some more information about the game as well as a gameplay video from Saberman.

Ami Robbo 2 - Another game announcement as an Atari XL/XE/C64 puzzler arrives on the Amiga

If you don't have a Commodore PET but an Amiga then this news should cheer you up. As we've just been told by Saberman, that tukinem has released the Commodore Amiga game of 'Ami Robbo 2'. A game that is based around the classic 1980's Action Puzzle game which was released for the Atari XL/XE and C64. A game that features not just new levels, but there's new challenges to be had with new puzzles making it feel fresh for anyone who remembers that classic title. To coincide with this news, you can either watch the gameplay video or try out a demo version below.

Escape from PETSCII Castle - A Wolfenstein 3D inspiration but for the Commodore PET by Jimbo

It's been some time since we've featured a Commodore PET news story here on Indie Retro News, so to change all that, here's the latest update from Jimbo, his newest of creations for the Commodore PET called ' Escape from PETSCII Castle'. A Wolfenstein 3D inspiration from the same creator who bought you games such as PETSCII Bros, PET Panic!, PET Space Invaders 2 and TREKWAR. To coincide with this news, we've got some footage from the game as well as a very brief description below.

Pooyan - A 1980's Arcade game for the Commodore Amiga by JOTD (music by no9)

As I said before in my previous article, JOTD has created some amazing conversions/ports over the years. Games such as Moon Patrol, Donkey Kong, Super Bagman, Galaxian500 and our personal favorite Super Xevious. Well it doesn't look anything is going to stop this powerhouse of a developer from creating Arcade to Amiga conversions any time soon. As he has recently announced an almost 100% complete Arcade to Amiga version of 'Pooyan'. A new build of the game in which he says "updated new version. Not very far from 100% complete, fully playable, most sounds are there and no9 music".

Time Wizard - Control Time in this deluxe edition of an Atari XL/XE game by Amarok

Another game that's worth playing on your Atari XL/XE which first appeared at the ABBUC Software Contest 2023, and is now available to download (for free) as a deluxe edition, is the rather interesting platform puzzle called 'Time Wizard'. A game whereby you don't just manipulate time to your advantage, but you must put a stop to those evil Robots who are trying to change history to rule the world. If this sounds like your sort of game you'd like to play on your Atari XL/XE, then make sure to check out the video below! 

Santas Present Drop 4 Grunch's Revenge for the Commodore Amiga by RobSmithDev

We have a nice little game for you to play that has just been released by RobSmithDev for the festive season, and it's Santas Present Drop 4 - Grunch's Revenge developed using AMOS Professional. A game in which playing as Santa, you must travel to The Grunch's lair to break out the top four head elfs that have been elfnapped by the evil Grunch! To coincide with this news, we've got some info about the game, as well as the latest game play footage from some of the levels you'll come across.

Hafoc Tor - Fancy playing a Dungeon Crawler on your ZX Spectrum? Then check this game out by Red Zebra!

Nearly every week I've featured either a platformer, puzzler or shooter. So to feature something completely different for a weekends worth of entertainment, is Red Zebra's latest game of Hafoc. A new ZX Spectrum game that as one person says, "Ooh, a dungeon crawler on the Spectrum!? You don't see those, very often...". To coincide with this news, not only do we have some more gaming info below, but also gaming footage provided by Saberman.

Bubble Bobble looks impressive on the Atari XL/XE, and it's out now!

We have just found through Saberman, that Vega and team have released the eagerly awaited BBC Micro to Atari XL/XE conversion, of the hit game of 'Bubble Bobble'. A game that has infuriated and thrilled us in equal measure at the Arcades and on our home computers since its original release around the year of 1986 to 1987! To coincide with this news, We've got the latest footage of the game, as well as the full details below. Seriously, if you have an Atari XL/XE you don't want to miss this.

The Goonies Enhanced for the MSX by NOP!

Here's another great classic that wasn't just a movie, it had a game too! And that game, just like the movie was called The Goonies. Originally the game came out for the C64, Atari 8bit and Apple II in 1985 from Datasoft, but was later ported to the ZX Spectrum and Amstrad CPC by US Gold. This game follows very closely to the movie in the fact that many of the screens were largely inspired by actual sets and puzzles seen in the film. Play through the levels while using a member of the Goonies to solve puzzles, and finally reach the exit! As for this enhanced version for the MSX. It features a complete replacement of the audio with music and sound effects played via samples from the movie.

Revenge Of The Grinch - A little Christmas blaster from Electric Black Sheep for the Amiga!

Electric Black Sheep is back in the news, and while they have released games such as None of Us, Drag and Drop, Project Horizon Engine, Dual, and the incredible Arcade blaster of 'Star Dust Wars'. Today they turn their attention to a Christmas shooter called 'Revenge of the Grinch'. Although in no way as impressive as Star Dust Wars, it does have its own charm based on their "Dungeon of Evil" game with Christmas themed graphics and effects.

Winterland Mega-Lo-Mania - A festive level set for Amiga classic 'Mega Lo Mania' by NeonCentipede

Ask anyone who's played Mega Lo Mania, and they'd probably tell of mighty conquests across different zones, filled with voices such as ' The design is ready ' and ' We are running low on elements '. Well this classic strategy game from 1991, has not only been given the festive treatment by NeonCentipede, but according to him, he has released this festive level set via a Mega-Lo-Mania level Editor. To coincide with this news, you can check out the latest footage from this 'update', as well as the full dev notes from the creator.

Plane Lazy - An offshoot ZX Spectrum game for Christmas by Sloanysoft

It was only just the other month that I featured a game called 'Jet Set - Steamboat Willie' by Sloanysoft: A Manic Miner / Jet Set Willy mash up for the ZX Spectrum, which starred none other than Mickey from Steamboat Willie. Well fast forward to this week, and the same creator, has released a spin off from the game called 'Plane Lazy'. A game in which you once again play as Mickey from Steamboat Willie, but this time you must shoot your way through multiple levels collecting 84 horseshoes to regain Minnie's favour. To coincide with this news, Saberman and Rowlands Reviews have both provided a gameplay video.

FASTER - A new super-fast and silky-smooth racing game for the Atari STE by Jonathan Thomas

The last news announcement from me and boy is it a special one! As we've just found out through Twitter, that Jonathan Thomas has released the eagerly awaited Atari STE game of 'FASTER'. A game that isn't just super fast on the Atari STE, but it's also running silky-smooth! To coincide with this news, we've got some further information about the game, as well as two gameplay videos. Seriously if you have an Atari STE make sure to check this game out today.

Sybil Halloween Defender - A Defender and Halloween mash up released for the Commodore Amiga.

In the early 1980's an Arcade game released by Williams Electronics was to become one of the most important titles of the golden age of video arcade games selling over 55,000 units. That game was Defender; a side scrolling shooter, featuring 2D graphics as you defend astronauts against wave after wave of alien enemies. So what if you have that classic 1980's game but mixed up with a bit of Halloween fun? Probably this game 'Sybil'. A brand new Commodore Amiga game by Colin Vella in which he states "Halloween Defender is inspired from the classic game Defender, but with a Halloween theme ".

Santa's Workout 4 - A Commodore 64 game for Christmas from Vector5games!

Christmas is just a few weeks away, so you'd expect to see lots of Christmas themed games appearing on Indie Retro News in the lead up to the 25th. Well that's certainly happened this week! As another festive game to be mentioned on our site, is a Christmas arcade puzzler by Vector5games for the C64 called 'Santa's Workout 4 '; a brand new game in which you need to rescue Santa and save a certain number of elves. To coincide with this news, provided below is some gameplay footage of this fantastic xmas game!

Soiled Iron - If you loved Barbarian, then check this C64 game out by Drmortalwombat!

This has been one of the best weeks of the last few months for the retro scene so far, as we've had so many great games to see either for systems such as the Amiga or C64, I've just been blown away. Now it's just got even better! As drmortalwombat has announced the release of the Commodore 64 game of Soiled Iron. A high quality two-opponent sword fighting game that is a nod to that classic game of 'Barbarian'. To coincide with this news, we've got some fighting footage for you as well as further game details below.

Dungeonette The New Adventure - A new hack n slasher for the Amiga AGA / CD32 by Mutation Software (+Demo)

Long-time Amiga guru Adrian Cummings, creator of original titles such as Cyberpunks, Tin Toy, Doodlebug and many more. Has not only announced the digital and physical release of 'Dungeonette  - The New Adventure' for the Commodore Amiga, but for those of you still undecided if it's worth a purchase, there's a demo that can be played too. A demo which gives you a first look at some of the enemies, the different themed areas, and the sword slashing sound effects. To coincide with this news, we've also got some footage of the game below.

The Secret of the Four Winds - Japanese-style action role-playing teased for the Sega Mega Drive/Genesis by Kai Magazine

Kai Magazine is certainly no stranger to IndieRetroNews, creating quality games such as Life on Mars, Life on Earth, and my personal favourite which sits right here on the shelf, called Metal Dragon. Well if you were hoping for more games to add to your collection (I know I am) , then come and check out the latest info about the Sega Mega Drive and Genesis game of 'The Secret of the Four Winds'. A Japanese-style action role-playing game that has been in development for years, teased in this new(ish) video, and even has a demo.

Encounter HD - An Adventure game originally from 1983 for the ORIC, is getting an enhancement by Defence Force this month!

For the last 10 years or more, I have tried to feature as many different systems as possible, ranging from the Amstrad CPC, all the way to the Sega Mega Drive. Well for todays news announcement we are looking towards the ORIC for our retro gaming fix. As Defence Force has contacted us about his new game that's soon to be released this December via Itch and Steam, called ' Encounter HD'. An upgraded and enhanced version of the 1983 text adventure game originally released by Severn Software. To coincide with this news, we've got some more info and footage about the game below.

Tony - A hit monochrome game for the Commodore 64 will be going full colour later today!

It feels like it was only just yesterday that we announced, that not only had Tony been released for the Amiga, Atari XL and C64 by Monochrome Productions, but we also had the pleasure of playing Go! Tony Go! as a spin off from the game for the Atari XL/XE. Well fast forward to today and boy do we have some pretty special news for you. As while some of you couldn't stand the monochrome style in the Commodore 64 version of Tony, the team behind the game are about to launch a full colour version at some point later today. As in the words of the devs "Prepare for invasion of colour. Whole VIC-II palette is involved".

Sarah Jane Avory is working an Ultima-style RPG for the C64!

We have just found out through one of our Patreon supporters (T.Russell) and the Commodore 64/128 group, that one of the best homebrew developers of Sarah Jane Avory, has announced that she is working on a new Commodore 64 RPG that is inspired by the classic of Ultima. While this is very early days for this game and the game description is very limited, you can at least take a look at the latest gameplay footage, as well as a video description below.

DR. MARIA - A rather nice Dr. Mario clone for the Commodore 64 ( Updated )

Another Commodore 64 news update which is well worth a mention on Indie Retro News, is the latest *Public* Commodore 64 release of 'DR MARIA' by Sysantmin. A Commodore 64 game which is not only a clone of the 1990 puzzle video game of Dr Mario; a game originally by Nintendo for the Nintendo Entertainment System, Famicom, and Game Boy. But the game features 20 levels of arcade fun with an upbeat soundtrack. To coincide with this news, Saberman has done a video of the game in action.

The Future of IndieRetroNews Part 2

Some good news for you all! I've taken all of your advice on board ( of which I'm hugely grateful beyond words ). But I also said if the site changing domain * out of my hands * was the end of IndieRetroNews then so be it, it was time to call it quits . But today checking my emails. IndieRetroNews was successfully transferred over to the new domain host and thus far it's still going! So that means I'm meant to keep featuring retro games 🙂 

Dungeonette The New Adventure - A new game that's coming to the Amiga AGA / CD32 ( Friday 6th December 2024 Release ) +Demo

Another Commodore Amiga news special, as long-time Amiga guru Adrian Cummings, creator of original titles such as Cyberpunks, Tin Toy, Doodlebug and many more. Has not only announced that 'Dungeonette  - The New Adventure' is coming Friday 6th December for the Amiga AGA/CD32, but we've also been informed you can play an early demo right now! A demo which gives you a first look at some of the enemies, the different themed areas, and the sword slashing sound effects. To coincide with this news, we've also got some footage of the game below.

Star Dust Wars - Have an Amiga and love Star Wars? Then check this game out! [Now for CD32]

I have another banger of an Amiga game for you all, as thanks to a heads up from a good friend of ours, we have been told that Electric Black Sheep, who was also behind games such as None of Us, Drag and Drop, Project Horizon Engine and Dual, has released the Arcade blaster of 'Star Dust Wars'. A fan-made homage to the legendary Star Wars arcade game that captured the imagination of players worldwide back in 1987-88. To coincide with this news, Saberman has provided some footage of the game in action.

Insanity Fight 2 - An unofficial WIP sequel to the smash hit cult classic Insanity Fight for the Amiga OCS/ECS/AGA

Even more Amiga news to get through straight out of the 2024 Amigamejam, as thanks to Saberman contacting us earlier today through Facebook, he has told us that re-h#ASH has made available the work in progress game of 'Insanity Flight 2': An unofficial sequel to the smash hit cult classic Insanity Fight. Do be aware however, although the game is only playable through 1 area, you can atleast see how far the game has progressed and hope the game is turned into a fully fledged experience.

InfeZtation - A stunning C64 arcade style run'n'gun platformer released by Monte Boyd

On the topic of games that look awesome and should be featured on Indie Retro News, is Monte Boyd's rather eye opening Commodore 64 game of 'infeZtation'. An arcade style run'n'gun scrolling platformer, that's not only getting great feedback such as "I have a strong feeling that this is going to be AWESOME" but the creator says it features stunning and unique hi-res in game graphics! To coincide with this news, we've got some more info about the game as well as a gameplay video from Saberman.

The future of Indie Retro News....A bit of a rant too!

When I first created this site, I wanted it to be one of the best places for everything that is Indie and Retro game related. There are other sites out there, all with their own different styles but not many that deal with both Indie and Retro gaming at the same time as well as every new release. However with my health not being so good it's really taking its toll to write day after day, hour after hour with it being a real struggle to just think of what to write when it comes to the next game release. We've had a couple of emails now and even a comment on Facebook with people saying to us such as " Why didn't you feature X game ", " Are you going to feature that game I sent you? " or even "some games haven't been mentioned on the site and I've missed out".  

Pyramid Escape - A thanksgiving surprise for the ZX Spectrum by IrataHack

Fancy another great game for your 'The Spectrum' or original ZX Spectrum, then make sure to check out 'IrataHacks' thanksgiving surprise of 'Pyramid Escape'. A new game in which playing as a Knight struggling with the weight of his armor, you must go on a brave adventure throughout the treacherous maze of a sprawling ancient pyramid in search of the fabled Dragon Stone. To coincide with this news, we got some further information about the game as well as a new video below.