FreeCol - Open source colonization 1.2.0 release

A year in development since the previous build, the latest open source colonization "FreeCol" 1.2.0 is now available for download. Based on Sid Meier's Colonization (Microprose) in which the player manages the cross-Atlantic expansion of an established nation in the service of the Crown, this is an open source version which is also very similar to Civilization. Starting off with just a few colonists and looking for new lands, will you succeed for a new nation or be wiped out by the natives. 

FreeCol - Open source Colonization gets a BIG 0.13.0 release

It has been many months since the previous build, the latest open source colonization "FreeCol" 0.13.0 is now available for download. Based on Sid Meier's Colonization (Microprose) in which the player manages the cross-Atlantic expansion of an established nation in the service of the Crown. This is an open source version which is also very similar to Civilization. Starting off with just a few colonists and looking for new lands, will you succeed for a new nation or be wiped out by the natives.

OpenTTD 12.0 - Open Source Transport Tycoon Deluxe Gets a New Multiplayer Experience

We haven't featured many open source games lately, so here's an update you might be interested in, is the latest open source build for Transport Tycoon Deluxe ' as 'OpenTTD 12.0 '. Although this was released over the weekend and didn't appear in our inbox, I thought it still worthy of a mention, especially as Transport Tycoon Deluxe by Chris Sawyer was one of the highlights on the PC in the mid 90's.  This open source version makes the game so much better especially if you enjoy running your very own transport company, such as bigger maps, stable multiplayer mode for up to 255 players in 15 companies and much much more.

OpenTTD 1.11.2 - Open Source Transport Tycoon Deluxe gets a new build (Steam too)

OpenTTD is one of the most popular open source releases on our site, it is an updated open source version of Microprose's hit game Transport Tycoon Deluxe. A game that's so addictive you'll be spending hours developing your very own transport tycoon company..Well unless you run out of money anyway! So why is this game getting another mention on IRN? Thankfully the team behind OpenTTD are forever keeping it up to date, and have since released a new version with a lot of new features.

OpenTTD 1.11.0-beta2 - Open Source Transport Tycoon Deluxe gets a performance build

We haven't featured many open source games lately, so here's an update you might be interested in, is the latest open source build for Transport Tycoon Deluxe ' as 'OpenTTD 1.11.0-beta2 '. Although this was released last month and didn't appear in our inbox, I thought it still worthy of a mention, especially as Transport Tycoon Deluxe by Chris Sawyer was one of the highlights on the PC in the mid 90's.  This open source version makes the game so much better especially if you enjoy running your very own transport company, such as bigger maps, stable multiplayer mode for up to 255 players in 15 companies and much much more.

Open Solomon's Key - Open-source remake of the 1986 Arcade classic for Windows

Although things are a little bit difficult at home hence the lack of updates over the last few days, one game I want to give a mention to that might be worth a play through, is mdodis's open source work in progress remake of the 1986 game Solomon's Key; a puzzle game developed by Tecmo that was originally released not just in the Arcades but on the C64, Amstrad CPC, ZX Spectrum, Atari ST, IBM PC, Master System, PC Engine, Famicom Disk System, Game Boy and yes even the NES.

OpenTTD 1.10.0 - Open Source Transport Tycoon Deluxe gets a new build

As we said before OpenTTD is one of the most popular open source releases on our site, and that comes as no surprise to us as it's a constantly updated open source version of Microprose's hit game Transport Tycoon Deluxe. A game that's so addictive you'll be spending hours developing your very own transport tycoon company well into the early hours and possibly beyond! So why are we mentioning this game again? Well thankfully if you are isolated and wanting a game that'll get you hooked, there's now a new OpenTTD build released which takes the open sourced version up to 1.10.0!

Freeciv - A worthy Open-Source Inspired Civilization game gets a 2.6.2 bug fix release

OpenRCT2 wasn't the only open source version of a famous game that's worthy of a mention today, as we've also found out that the open source release of 'FreeCiv' has reached a bug fixed version of 2.6.2. If you haven't heard of FreeCiv before, it is based around the all conquering and empire building hit 1991 stragety game Civilization, which in itself is inspired by the history of the human civilization.

OpenRCT2 project - Open-Source adaption of RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 reaches v0.2.4+

I'm sure many of you remember the awesome game that is RollerCoaster Tycoon 2; a game by Chris Sawyer and published by Infograms in which you manage your very own theme park, with all its rides, shops, puking guests and economic fortune. Well you'll be pleased to know, that as of this month you can download the very latest build of OpenRCT2: An open source development which improves the game even further with new features, original bug fixes, raised game limits and much more!

Open Fodder - Open sourced Cannon Fodder reaches version 1.6.0!

From 1993 to 1994 Sensible Software and published by Virgin Interactive released two of the best top down war based shooters I have ever played in my life.  It was none other than Cannon Fodder and its sequel Cannon Fodder 2: An action-strategy shooter series first released for the Amiga and then later ported to other systems such as the PC. So why are we mentioning these fabulous games yet again on IRN? Robert Crossfield has just announced the open source port of ' Open Fodder ' has reached version 1.6.0!

Open Fodder - Open sourced Cannon Fodder reaches version 1.5.0 with Cannon Fodder 2 support

From 1993 to 1994 Sensible Software and published by Virgin Interactive released two of the best top down war based shooters I have ever played in my life (War has never been so much fun).  It was none other than Cannon Fodder and it's sequel Cannon Fodder 2: An action-strategy shooter series first released for the Amiga and then later ported to other systems such as the PC.Well if you remember these fabulous games you'll be happy to know Robert Crossfield has announced the open source port of ' Open Fodder ' has reached version 1.5.0 with support for both Cannon Fodder and Cannon Fodder 2.

Freeciv - A worthy Open-Source Inspired Civilization game!

It's a bit of an open source day today as another game had reached an updated build (although some time ago), is the all conquering and empire building game ' FreeCiv ', which is a free and open source empire-building strategy game based on the Civilization title inspired by the history of the human civilization.

OpenRCT2 project - Open-Source adaption of RollerCoaster Tycoon 2, gets a new dev build

I'm sure many of you remember the awesome game that is RollerCoaster Tycoon 2; a game by Chris Sawyer and published by Infograms in which you manage your very own theme park, with all it's rides, shops, guests and economic fortune. Well that same game is now being given a much needed adjustment with the latest release of OpenRCT2 Project. An open source development which improves the game even further with new features, original bug fixes, raised game limits and much more!

OpenTTD 1.7.2-RC1 - Open Source Transport Tycoon Deluxe gets a new build!

OpenTTD is one of the most popular open source releases on our site, and that comes as no surprise to us as it's a constantly updated open source version of Microprose's hit game Transport Tycoon Deluxe. A game that's so addictive you'll be spending hours developing your very own transport tycoon company in an all time classic hit real time strategy and management game that has since been updated to the latest version of OpenTTD 1.7.2-RC1 with even more fixes and improvements!

OpenTyrian - Open Sourced Tyrian classic shown as Amiga Vampire footage!

Growing up there was nothing more satisfying than playing top down scrolling shoot em ups such as the fantastic classic Tyrian and more especially Tyrian 2000 before it went open source in 2007. A game developed by World Tree Games Productions, published by Epic MegaGames that featured non stop blasting action, multiple enemy types, different weapons, a fantastic UI, impressive graphics, and a full story that make it a joy to play even today. So if you're interested playing Tyrian on an Amiga 68k, especially with a Vampire, then read on!

OpenTTD 1.7.1-RC1 - The latest Open Source Transport Tycoon Deluxe release

OpenTTD is one of the most popular open source releases on our site, and that comes as no surprise to us as it's a constantly updated open source version of Microprose's hit game Transport Tycoon Deluxe. A game that's so addictive you'll be spending hours developing your very own transport tycoon company in an all time classic hit real time strategy and management game that has since been updated to the latest version of OpenTTD 1.7.1-RC1 with even more fixes and improvements!

Prince of Persia - A brilliant retro game open sourced and free to play

Earlier today we mentioned Brøderbund's 1989 retro gaming classic of Prince of Persia, which was given an enhanced audio and performance treatment for the Atari STe by Peter Putnik. Well now we are going to go that one step further as it's time to announce the update release of the free open source port update of the MS-DOS version of Prince of Persia, which works perfectly on modern systems with a simple click of an exe file!

OpenTTD 1.6.1 - Open Source Transport Tycoon Deluxe latest build

We haven't featured any open source strategy games for a long time now, so here is the latest build for Transport Tycoon Deluxe as ' OpenTTD 1.6.1 '. Although this was released some months back and didn't appear in our inbox, I thought it still worthy of a mention as Transport Tycoon Deluxe by Chris Sawyer was one of the highlights on the PC in the mid 90's. This open source version makes the game so much better especially if you enjoy running your very own transport company, such as bigger maps, stable multiplayer mode for up to 255 players in 15 companies and much much more.

DOOM Retro v2.0.4 - The latest Doom source release packed with updates!

We've just been informed through our twitter feed that ' Doom Retro ' , which is a minimalistic designed DOOM source port by Brad Harding, has now reached version 2.0.4. Unlike that very gory Brutal Doom, with it's destroyable bodies and disgusting physics, Doom Retro tries to stay as close as possible to the original game but improving it with a number of features and updates. See change log for details.

OpenFodder - Open sourced Cannon Fodder gets a big 1.0 release!

We've just been given the heads up on our Facebook page by the main developer Robbie Crossfield, for the first 1.0 release of the open sourced version for Cannon Fodder as ' OpenFodder 1.0 '. Yes indeed, that retro classic with all it's " War has never been so much fun " charm from 1993 by Sensible Software, is open source ported by Robert and based upon the DOS CD version with the Amiga Format Christmas Special Edition included!