Award-winning actor and filmmaker Charles Davis, alongside his studio Chunkle Freaky’s Movies Games, has revealed Obey the Insect God, the studio’s first foray into video game development. Launching on PC later this year, the game is a deliberate throwback to the late ’90s, embracing digitized 2D sprites, live-action performances, and the kind of intense action that defined a generation of arcade classics. Built as a modern take on an era-defining style, Obey the Insect God drops live-action characters into the unsettling lair of its titular deity. The result is a surreal blend of old-school visuals and eerie atmosphere that feels…
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If you’ve been craving the golden era of JRPGs—those unforgettable adventures of the 16-bit and early CD-ROM days—Quartet might be exactly what you’re looking for. Developed by Something Classic Games, the team behind Shadows of Adam, this retro-inspired RPG is now available on Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG for $19.99 USD. Four Stories, One Epic At its core, Quartet weaves together four very different storylines into one sprawling adventure. You’ll follow a band of unlikely heroes, from uncovering government conspiracies to chasing visions of other worlds, surviving devastating airship raids, and discovering dangerous magical powers. Each tale kicks off…
Rev those engines and buckle up—Star Racer is officially out of Early Access and racing full-speed into its 1.0 launch. Available now on PC via Steam, this neon-soaked combat racer blends retro flair with futuristic fury, offering players a wild ride through the cosmos where victory is earned through skill, speed, and a little bit of firepower. After months of community testing and feature tuning, the launch version of Star Racer brings a turbo-charged dose of new content. Racers can dive into four full Grand Prix Cups, each packed with high-speed twists, cosmic hazards, and rival racers just waiting to…
Antstream Arcade has officially joined forces with Xbox to launch Retro Classics, a curated collection of over 50 iconic titles now available for Game Pass members around the world. Developed in collaboration with Activision and Blizzard, Retro Classics brings a nostalgic punch with games like Pitfall!, Kaboom!, Commando, and Mech Warrior 2. These timeless titles are now playable across a wide range of platforms—including Xbox consoles, the Xbox PC app, and even streaming through LG and Samsung Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV, and Meta Quest headsets. Antstream Arcade isn’t just bringing old-school games to new hardware—it’s enhancing them. Retro Classics…
Atari is shaking things up with Breakout Beyond, a bold new take on the legendary Breakout series. Developed by BIT.TRIP creators Choice Provisions, this neon-fueled reimagining swaps the traditional top-down approach for a fresh, side-scrolling perspective. Get ready to smash through walls, rack up massive combos, and team up with a friend when Breakout Beyond launches later this year on PC and consoles. Breaking Bricks Like Never Before This isn’t just another Breakout remake—it’s a full-on evolution of the arcade classic. Instead of clearing bricks from the top of the screen, players now progress sideways, blasting through barriers and chaining…
Step back into the ‘80s and relive the original The Karate Kid trilogy in The Karate Kid: Street Rumble, available today on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. This action-packed beat ’em up brings the iconic world of Miyagi-Do Karate to life with retro-styled pixel art, offering solo play or local co-op for up to four players! Street Fights Meet Retro Vibes The Karate Kid: Street Rumble takes players beyond the dojo and into the streets of the San Fernando Valley and Okinawa, featuring key locations from the first three *Karate Kid* films.…
Get ready for a retro arcade blast! Ratalaika Games and FobTi Interactive, the solo indie studio from Slovakia, have announced the release of They Came from the Sky 2—landing on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch on September 20th. This 2D action arcade title is packed with fast-paced gameplay, hilarious twists, and pixel-perfect retro visuals that will take you straight back to the golden age of gaming. Earth Is in Danger… Again! The plot? Aliens have had enough of humanity’s destruction of Earth, and they’re back to clean up the mess—by turning humans into…
Atari, a legendary name in gaming, has teamed up with PLAION to announce the Atari 7800+—a modern reimagining of the classic console from 1986. Slated for a global release in winter 2024, the Atari 7800+ is now available for pre-order at $129.99 (€119.99 / £99.99). The Atari 7800+ is a compact and stylish update of the original, designed to fit seamlessly into contemporary living spaces. It comes equipped with HDMI connectivity, making it easy to connect to modern TVs and devices. The console includes the CX78+ Wireless Gamepad and a brand-new game, Bentley Bear’s Crystal Quest—a sequel to the classic…
More than a decade after the debut of Volgarr the Viking, which sold over one million copies across PC and consoles, the barbarian king returns in Volgarr the Viking II. Launching on August 6, 2024, this sequel brings even more brutal 2D side-scrolling action set in expansive, Norse-inspired worlds. Prepare for an odyssey where each playthrough is grislier than the last. Gameplay Overview: As the formidable warrior Volgarr, your every action must be precise in battle. One false move can send you straight to Valhalla. Jump, duck, slide, and dodge to avoid deadly enemies while navigating through hazardous environments. While…