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February 18, 2025

Amusement Arcade Toaplan brings classic arcade games to the palm of your hand

Amusement Arcade Toaplan has released a collection of 25 classic games from the developer on iOS and Android, including shoot 'em ups and other genres. Players can enjoy arcade classic Truxton for free and design their own 3D arcade layout.

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February 10, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (February 10, 2025)

Steam releases approximately a dozen new games daily. The following games are highlighted: 1. Studio System: Guardian Angel - Release Date: February 5 - Developer: alreti circle 2. Slender Threads - Release Date: February 6 - Developer: Optillusion - Genre: Psychological horror point-and-click adventure. 3. While Waiting - Release Date: February 6 - Developer: Optillusion - Features: Rewards players for doing nothing, with a comedic tone. 4. World End Diner - Release Date: February 4 - Developer: Andymente - Setting: Post-apocalyptic diner management game with 16-bit graphics. 5. Looney Landers - Release Date: February 6 - Developer: pixel games SARL-SI - Genre: Local multiplayer party game with retro graphics.

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December 14, 2024

The Game Awards 2024 results: All the winners

The Game Awards celebrated its tenth anniversary with major announcements and awards. Highlights included the reveal of a new Witcher title, a spinoff of Elden Ring, and a first look at Borderlands 4. Astro Bot won four awards, including Game of the Year, while Metaphor: Refantazio and Balatro each won three awards. Baldur's Gate 3 was recognized for Best Community Support. Key award winners: - Best Fighting Game: Tekken 8 - Best VR/AR Game: Batman: Arkham Shadow - Best Esports Game: League of Legends - Best Esports Athlete: Faker (Lee Sang-hyeok) - Best Esports Team: T1 (League of Legends) - Games for Impact: Neva - Innovation in Accessibility: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown - Best Family Game: Astro Bot - Best Performance: Melina Juergens (Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2) - Best Action Game: Black Myth: Wukong - Most Anticipated Game: Grand Theft Auto 6 - Best Multiplayer Game: Helldivers 2 - Best Game Direction: Astro Bot - Best Action Adventure Game: Astro Bot - Content Creator of the Year: Caseoh - Best Sports/Racing Game: EA Sports FC 25 - Best Sim/Strategy Game: Frostpunk 2 - Best Ongoing Game: Helldivers 2 - Best Adaptation: Fallout - Best Score and Music: Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth - Best Independent Game: Balatro - Best Debut Indie Game: Balatro - Best Mobile Game: Balatro - Best Audio Design: Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 - Game Changer: Amir Satvat - Players' Voice: Black Myth: Wukong

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September 23, 2024

Top 10 Dreamcast games ranked and how to play them on PS5, Xbox and PC

The SEGA Dreamcast recently celebrated its 25-year anniversary in North America, having launched on September 9, 1999, with the UK anniversary on October 14. The Dreamcast developed a loyal following despite its brief market presence and is known for its exceptional games. A curated list of top ten games includes: 10. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2 - A widely acclaimed game available in remastered form on modern platforms. 9. Resident Evil Code Veronica - Offers chilling scares and an intriguing plot, with an updated version available on modern consoles. 8. Skies of Arcadia - A highly regarded RPG known for its visuals and combat, with alternatives available on modern platforms. 7. Jet Set Radio - Celebrated for its visuals and soundtrack, playable on modern Xbox platforms and Steam. 6. Crazy Taxi - A fast-paced game set in a vibrant city, available on modern Xbox platforms but with a different soundtrack.

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August 28, 2024

New retro PC gaming launches: A playable Tetris documentary, over a dozen Capcom fighting games, and more

In recent weeks, several developer showcases have revealed classic titles set for release in 2024 and 2025, including games that have not been available for PC players for nearly two decades or have never been localized in English. Capcom has announced numerous ports, including the Capcom Fighting Collection 2, which features Capcom vs. SNK titles and the Power Stone series, launching next year on Steam and modern consoles. The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics will be available on September 12, and a bundle of two Ace Attorney series games will launch on September 6, with a demo currently accessible. Microsoft will release Age of Mythology: Retold on September 4, with the premium edition available immediately. The original Resident Evil 2 has been released on GOG, with plans to re-release the original Resident Evil and Resident Evil 3. Konami has announced a bundle of three Castlevania games for Steam and plans to remaster the first two Suikoden RPG entries, set for March 6. Digital Eclipse will release Tetris Forever, celebrating the 40th anniversary of Tetris, later this year on Steam and GOG. Pre-orders for the remake of Dragon Quest III are available, with a launch date of November 14, and plans to remake the first two entries in the series next year.

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August 7, 2024

Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – August 2024 round-up

The officially licensed Olympics™ Go! Paris 2024 game has multiple currencies, including energy required to play, and is considered dull and exploitative.

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June 29, 2024

Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Can Your PC Run the Crossover Classics?

The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection includes eight titles that are officially available for the first time in years due to complicated licensing.

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June 19, 2024

Marvel vs Capcom collection brings a fighting game GOAT, plus six more arcade classics, to PC with rollback netcode

Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics will be released on Steam this year, bringing together Marvel vs Capcom 2 and its predecessor Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes, along with five other games featuring Marvel superheroes and Capcom characters. The collection will include historical treats such as a museum and display filters, as well as modern features like online multiplayer with rollback netcode, spectator mode, and leaderboards.