AYANEO unveiled the Pocket AIR Mini handheld device with impressive game compatibility, able to run games from systems like GameCube, PS2, and SEGA Saturn at full speed.
AYANEO has unveiled the Pocket AIR Mini, their cheapest handheld device, with pricing starting at .99 for the 2+32GB model. The device is fully compatible with PS1, N64, Dreamcast, and Sega Saturn games, with limited compatibility for PS2 and GameCube titles. The selling point of the device is the new 4:3, 4.2-inch LCD screen that offers perfect upscaling for various games. The budget handheld runs on Android 11, which may limit compatibility with certain games and emulators. Pre-orders will begin in mid-October for international customers.
The divide between console and PC gaming has blurred, with genres crossing platforms. Classic computer games, like those in the Warcraft series, still benefit from mouse and keyboard precision. The Warcraft franchise has significantly influenced the real-time strategy (RTS) genre, with a remastered collection of the trilogy now available for PC players through Game Pass.
Warcraft: Orcs & Humans set a new standard for RTS games, introducing intricate missions and online multiplayer. Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness solidified the series' status with enhanced AI and user-friendly controls, while also being ported to PlayStation and Sega Saturn. Warcraft III redefined the series by emphasizing hero units and intertwining narratives, leading to the events of World of Warcraft.
The remastered versions, including Warcraft III: Reforged, have improved significantly and are accessible through Game Pass, providing a convenient way to experience these influential titles. The Warcraft trilogy is available on PC and included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
- Fans have been clamoring for an English version of Mother 3 since its release in 2006
- Enthusiasts translated the game into English and released a patch in 2008
- Game Boy Advance emulation is easy on Android phones and TV boxes
- Super Robot Wars Alpha Gaiden was fan-translated for the PS1
- Ace Combat 3: Electrosphere had a different version in Japan with more content
- Policenauts, directed by Hideo Kojima, was fan-translated years after its release
- Tear Ring Saga, a spiritual successor to Fire Emblem, received an English translation patch in 2016
- King's Field, Monster Hunter, Namco x Capcom, and Marvelous are other Japan-only games that received fan translations.
Croc: Legend of the Gobbos, originally launched in 1997, is set to be remastered for contemporary gaming systems, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The remaster will be exclusive to GOG and will not be available on Steam or the Epic Games Store. Purchasing the remaster will automatically add the classic version of the game to the buyer's library on GOG.
Steam releases an average of a dozen new titles daily. Notable recent releases include:
- Copycat: Released on September 20 by Spoonful of Wonder, this retro-style racing game features precision challenges in repurposed parking garages.
- Toy Tactics: Released on September 20 by Kraken Empire, this real-time strategy game allows players to spray paint army formations on the battlefield, featuring simulated physics and various campaigns.
- Slackers - Carts of Glory: Released on September 19 by Falling Saints, this lighthearted racing game involves navigating shopping trolleys down 16 chaotic tracks without brakes or steering.
- Voids Vigil: Released on September 17 by caiys, this autobattler game offers a unique art style and engaging gameplay, appealing to players seeking something different in the genre.
Parking Garage Rally Circuit is a retro-inspired racing game that pays homage to classic arcade rally games from the SEGA Saturn era, specifically capturing the essence of 1995 with vibrant graphics and catchy soundtracks. The game features straightforward courses that increase in difficulty, challenging players against AI opponents and ghost cars derived from the developer's best laps. Players can choose from three vehicle categories—light, heavy, and ultra—with customizable color combinations. It includes a single-player mode with classic and endurance races, and a multiplayer mode for up to six players, though the latter is untested as the game is still awaiting official release. Parking Garage Rally Circuit is set to launch on PC on September 20, 2024, with plans for a Nintendo Switch port and aspirations for a SEGA Saturn release, priced at .99.
