Retro games
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Evercade Nexus is the retro handheld upgrade I've been waiting for – pre-orders are open
By Ian Dean last updated
Big, bold, and properly modern, 64-bit retro gaming on the go is here.

Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster (PS5) review: surprisingly fast and authentic
By Ian Dean published
Why this ‘90s shooter is worth replaying.

Basketball Classics (Switch) review: it feels like an NES throwback, in a good way
By Ian Dean published
Acclaim's back, and its pixel art sports revival is rebounding into the '80s.

Marvel MaXimum Collection review: the arcade hits shine, but one game surprised me
By Ian Dean published
Heroes, a couple of duds, and one hidden gem.

How Croak is bringing hand-drawn animation back with a modern twist
By Ian Dean published
Woodrunner Games' Max Petroff reveals the art of squash, stretch, and split-second precision.

Screamer review: the '90s arcade racer gets an anime redesign, and I love it
By Alan Wen published
Italians do it better, with a little Japanese inspiration.

Rushing Beat X review: a '90s retro game revamp that's surprisingly deep
By Ian Dean published
This nostalgic SNES 'sequel' lands its punches, just.

Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary review: incredible value, but the modern twists can frustrate
By Ian Dean published
This updated edition digs into my ZX Spectrum nostalgia.
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