Showing posts with label Nostalgia. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Nostalgia. Show all posts

Giana Sisters - Classic C64 gameplay, free to play!


Game Genre : Platformer
Game Info Quote : Although the original Giana Sisters was first released in 1987 for the C64, and with great success I might add, this is that very game unofficially remade for the PC, by Ridley X Games. A game that features all the best bits from the original title, including the brilliant retro music. Furthermore, if you enjoyed the original Mario, then this game is very similar to that, with it's head block smashing character and jumping on enemies. So collect those diamonds while using the lightning bolt to shoot enemies, and then reach the end.
Release : Now, Free
Systems : PC

Nightmare Night - Free Platformer that looks like a Gameboy game!


Game Type : Arcade, Platformer
Developer : KG
Game Info : I know of many people that have had a classic Gameboy, and this colour palette gives it that classic feel. So if you fancy playing a fun Platformer that's still work in progress, then check out Nightmare Night, which is free. Story is as follows : Nigthmare Night is the quest for Philipo, to save his lord, in order to save the princess. From just a squire, to a frightened hero. Lead the way player! And reveal the secrets of this night.
Release : Alpha available now, final release TBA
Systems : PC

Mega Kid - Arcade Platformer with plenty of nostalgic inspiration


Game Type : Arcade, Platformer
Developer : Schtoffer
Game Info Quote  : Dino King and his dastardly gang have kidnapped Mega Gal! It's up to Mega Kid to rescue his Gal and put an end to Dino King's fiendish plans! Guide Mega Kid through the level, avoiding obstacles as you go. Stomp on the heads of some enemies to defeat them. Collect the final key to open the door and be transported to the next level. Collect 10 bonus coins for a 1up.
Release : Now, Free
Systems : PC

Heroine's Quest: The Herald of Ragnarok - An Adventure inspired classic now available!!


Game Type : Adventure
Developer : Crystal Shard
Game Info Quote : Heroine's Quest: The Herald of Ragnarok is an adventure / RPG hybrid. Like in many adventure games, you have a world to save, and must use your wit, guile and inventory to puzzle your way through. Like in many roleplaying games, you can customize your character with various classes and skills, and must train yourself in combat to stand a chance against the fierce monsters in your way. The game is designed in the spirit and atmosphere of the classics, and strives to have the same high quality of art, music, and plot. With multiple character classes and several solutions to many puzzles, the game has excellent replayability.
Release : Today
Systems : PC

Elite: Dangerous - Alpha Phase One released for backers, plus a drool worthy trailer!!


Game Type : Action, Space Simulator
Developer : David Braben
Developer Game Quote : The next game in the Elite series - an amazing space epic with stunning visuals, incredible game play, breath-taking scope and fully multi-player. Carve your own path through the richest, largest gaming sandbox ever created, set against a backdrop of raw anarchy, galactic powerplays and intrigue. Do whatever it takes to upgrade your ship’s hull, engines, weapons, defences, cargo hold; constantly improve your capabilities and influence on your journey towards the most coveted rank in the history of gaming - ‘Elite’.
Release Update : Today sees the release (to Alpha backers) of the first phase of the Alpha process of Elite: Dangerous. Phase one - 'Single Player Combat' will be the first hands-on experience for gamers of Elite: Dangerous. A video trailer has also been released!
Release : TBA
Systems : PC, Other(?)

NeoRageX HD - A massive collection of the finest NeoGeo games (PC playable)


Game Type : Multi Genre - Arcade, Platformer, Shoot em up....
Pack Creator : Mr Stiller & Monte-X
Developer Quote :  This great collection is dedicated to lovers of the NeoGeo generation. It's called NeoRageX HD because of a particular configuration changing the video resolution so that seems high resolution.
Info : What a fantastic release, not only do you get a romset of nearly 190 games to play, you also get the latest emulator version NeoRageX v.5.2a which enables you to play these fine games. The emulator also enables you to play the games in a much higher resolution! But beware the download is BIG, but who cares when games such as Metal Slug can be played on your PC. Please note although we are posting the news, we will not be held responsible for the ROM files which are not posted here!
Release : Available now
Systems : PC

Sacred Line Genesis - Classic Sega Genesis / Mega Drive Adventure (Emulated+Demo)


Game Type : Horror Adventure
Developer : Sasha Darko
Game Info : Sacred Line Genesis is a brand new Graphic Adventure game which was developed exclusively for the Sega Mega Drive / Genesis. It tells the story of Ellen, a private detective, who is trying to survive in Eastern Europe. Lately detective business, which she inherited from her missing sister Sarah, almost ceased its existence and one day before she was going to close her office she got an anonymous call. The unknown asked her to find some hidden forest outpost and told her about its position. That was just the beginning.
Release : Digital version released ($5.99), Cartridge TBA
Systems : PC, Sega Genesis (TBA), Mega Drive (TBA)

Wings Of Fury - Shoot em up over the skies of Japan (PC Playable/Remake/Android)


Game Type : Shoot Em Up
Amiga Launcher Developer : The Company.pl 
Original Developer : Brøderbund Software, Inc.
Game Info : Another well known game and that's Wings Of Fury, which appeared on a multitude of systems, main ones being the Amiga and PC(DOS). This is a fun and intense shoot em up as you pilot an airplane for the US Air force in the middle of Japan. Your task? To bomb and torpedo ground based enemies and shoot other pilots out of the skies. Sound simple enough? Well it isn't, but not to worry, as it's so much fun and now 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. Also to note there is a PC version available as well as a remake and Android version.
Release : Available now
Systems : Amiga, PC, Android

Beneath A Steel Sky - Classic Adventuring for Free (PC Playable)


Game Type : Adventure
Amiga Launcher Developer : The Company.pl 
Original Developer : Revolution Software
Game Info : This is one of the all time greatest Adventure games ever created! Not only did it appear on the Amiga, it also appeared on the PC(DOS) and has a large retro following. Released in 1994 and set in a cyberbunk, sci-fi back drop, had your character Robert Foster trying to escape from Union City and to uncover the corruption which lies at the heart of society. There is even a cool intro to this game and it has a great story, of which I won't spoil! It wasn't just the story which made this game great, but nifty puzzles, cool  backgrounds and other characters make this a worthy choice of play on any system. Although the original PC version is available on gog.com, there is an Amiga version that's free too! 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
Systems : Amiga, PC

Shadowgate - Epic point and click Adventure and Kickstarter success! (Steam Greenlight)


Game Type : Point and Click Adventure
Developer : Zojoi
Kickstarter Success$137,232 pledged of a $120,000 goal!
Game Info Announcement : So begins the legend of Shadowgate - the granddaddy of all 'point and click' fantasy adventure games and NES favourite! Zojoi, the creators of Shadowgate, are proud to announce the re-imaging of Shadowgate! While we love all of the versions of the original game (especially the NES version!), this new game is not simply a port. They have updated Shadowgate with lots of new puzzles! Stunning new rooms have also been added - as well as familiar locations, many that they redesigning to provide a new play experience while retaining the essence and fun of the original.
Systems : PC, Mac
Release : Early 2014

R-type 3in1 Collection - Play the epic PC Engine version on your PC for FREE!


Game Type : Shoot Em Up
Launcher Developer : espartan
Game Info Quote : Some of the best shoot em ups on the PC Engine were the R-Type series, even so it was still pretty famous on other systems as well! Pilot your R-9 fighter through waves of enemies with a variety of weapons available. 'The Force',  which is an orb that you can have in front or behind your ship for protection, or release to give you extra firepower. Other weapons include diagonally firing lasers, lasers that travel vertically and move across the ground, missiles, or a powerful circular red laser. Thanks to espartan of thecompany.pl you can now play the 3 in 1 collection for free on your PC. This is not a remake but does use an emulator for ease of use, all that you need to do is run the exe and play!
Release : Now (FREE)
Systems : PC

Rocket Ranger - Cinemaware hits back with an all time classic game (iOS,Android)


Game Type : Action, Adventure, Arcade
Developer :  Cinemaware
Game Info Quote : Gamers who whiled away hours on classic Amiga titles are in for a treat as one of the best-loved sci-fi action games from the era is set for a re-launch. Rocket Ranger was first released by Cinemaware on the Amiga in 1988. It became one of the most beloved and iconic Cinemaware games of all time and was released on several other platforms, including the Japanese FM-Towns computer and Nintendo’s NES. Taking its inspiration from 1950s TV sci-fi serials, the game sets the player in a world where the Nazis won World War II. Using rocket pack technology sent from the future, the player must travel the world and rid it of the escalating threat, combining strategic planning, infiltration by spies and lots of action scenes. Through dogfights, shootouts, fist fights, a nefarious plot involving a kidnapped scientist’s daughter and dialogue with various characters, the player must pursue the goal of building a rocket ship to reach the moon in order to rid the world of the Nazis once and for all – with a twist in the story at the end!
Release : Nov 1st 2013 iOS, Android OUT NOW
Systems : iOS, Android

Ugh! - Free Amiga Arcade Platformer (PC PLAYABLE)


Game Type : Arcade Platformer
Launcher Developer : The Company.pl 
Game Info : Ugh! Was an Arcade game developed by Bones Park Software Artistic and released in 1992. It appeared on multiple systems such as the Amiga, Commodore 64 and PC DOS. It featured a caveman who flew a self-invented helicopter and picked up passengers to bring them to their destinations for money. A unique idea for the Amiga and very fun too, but thanks to The Company.pl, it's 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

X-It - Amiga puzzler (PC Playable)


Game Type : Puzzle
Launcher Developer : The Company.pl 
Game Info : A very fun Retro game from the Amiga era, this is X-It, which is a puzzle game based on the moving of objects to solve different puzzles to reach the exit. As expected with most puzzle games, the difficulty increases as you solve the levels, but not to worry as it's a cool game and some fine music as well. Thanks to The Company.pl, which have just released/updated to version 2.6 you can now play this on your PC with higher graphical filters.
Release : Available now FREE
Systems : PC

Darkness - Relive the 80's in this C64 style game (iOS)


Game Type : Arcade
iOS Developer : Ovine By Design
Game Info Quote : Relive the classic 80's 8-bit gaming era with an original title created in style of a Commodore 64 game. Guide Stan through the jungle maze while battling the wild animals on the way to rescuing your beloved. Unlock more of the maze by uncovering treasure chests and masks which will help you progress on your quest.
Release : Now ($2.99)
Systems : iPhone, iPad, iPod touch

Megafenix Reloaded - High quality Shoot Em Up Remake from Coptron Game Studios


Game Type : Shoot Em Up
Developer : Coptron Game Studios
Game Info : From its ashes, the deadliest alien race is back and has evolved! Take your powerful ship out in defence. You are the last hope of the human race, do not disappoint! Travel ten space sectors, disintegrating all the menacing space birds, collect the “power ups” for energy recovery and take better weapons, but beware not all the “power ups” are good
Release : Now (FREE)
Systems : PC, Browser Based

Z The Game - Bitmap Brothers hit RTS classic updated for iOS devices (Multiplayer!)


Game Type : RTS
Original Developer : Bitmap Brothers
iOS Developer : Kavcom Limited
Game Info Quote : Now with Multiplayer, “Z”, the classic Real Time Strategy Game by the Bitmap Brothers, just got better. Fans of this classic strategy title are in for a real treat. Everything is in here from the terrific comedy cut scenes to the frantic game play making this is the definitive version of Z.
Release : Now (£2.99)
Systems : iPhone, iPad, iPod touch

ICE - Classic Retro Console Emulation Through Steam


Emulated Consoles/Systems : NES, SNES, N64. GameCube, PS1, PS2, Genesis, Gameboy, GBA. Wii, Dreamcast, and DS ( LATER )
Developer Quote : Use Steam to play all your old Console Rom game files via Steam's Big Picture mode
Release Update : Great news for us Retro gamers as a new company is set to take the Emulation side of things by storm. ICE is a new piece of Emulation software that will enable you to play classic games via Steam's Big Picture. All you have to do is run the software, let it make a rom folder, place your Rom files in that folder and then use ICE to pick your game of choice, what's more it comes pre-configured for your XBOX 360 controller! Hopefully they wont get a cease and desist order as it's a grey area with Rom files and they continue to update it.

Moon Cresta - Faithful remake of the hit arcade game released in 1980!


Game Type : Retro Shoot Em Up
Developer : pj_crozza
Game Info Quote : Moon Cresta was an arcade game released in 1980 by Nichibutsu. Moon Cresta is a single screen shoot-em-up in the same mould as Taito's Space Invaders and Namco's Galaxian. As for the remake this is a faithful remake of the arcade game of the same name.
Release : Now (FREE)
Systems : PC

Warhead - A fine 3D space combat simulator from the Amiga (PC Playable)


Game Type : Action, Space Combat
Launcher Developer :  The Company.pl 
Game Info : A game that comes with high praise and developed for the Amiga in 1989 by Glyn Williams is now available to play on your PC. If you've ever played IWAR this is very similar but not so advanced, considering it is much older. Some say this is the best military space simulator ever for the Amiga with a simply great atmosphere, well scripted missions and cool graphics. So what are you waiting for? Thanks to The Company.pl, which have just released/updated to version 2.6 you can now play this on your PC with higher graphical filters.
Release : Available now FREE
Systems : PC