October 2024

October 31, 2024 Magazine Match-Up

Ghouls ‘N Ghosts vs. Super Ghouls ‘N Ghosts: 1990s Criti...

Episode #5 - In this corner, we have Ghouls ‘N Ghosts, one of the very first must-own arcade conversions for the Sega Genesis. In this other corner we have Super Ghouls ‘N Ghosts, the pumped-up sequel that hel...
October 29, 2024 Review Crew

Nintendo Switch Online: 1990s Critics Review Shadow Man & Tu...

Episode #241 - In a week full of trick ‘r treaters, I think it’s safe to say that Nintendo surprised Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack subscribers with a real treat. This week brings a double creature-featur...
October 26, 2024 Review Crew

Castlevania Dominus: 2000s Critics Review Dawn of Sorrow, Po...

Episode #240 - Of all the great video game compilations to come out this year, the Castlevania: Dominus Collection is one of my favorites. It brilliantly collects Nintendo DS classics like Dawn of Sorrow, Portrait o...
October 22, 2024 Reviews au Courant

Review: Kill Knight

Kill Knight is dual-stick perfection. While it may not be the most original game of the year, this action-packed shooter is easily one of the most exciting. This is a deceptive game full of techniques...
October 21, 2024 Review Crew

Konami: 1990s Critics Review Silent Hill and Silent Hill 2

Episode #239 - Can you believe it has been a whole decade since Konami announced Silent Hills, the much-anticipated reboot from Hideo Kojima and Guillermo del Toro? If you’re a fan of the horror series, then ...
October 18, 2024 Review Crew

Nintendo Switch Online: 2000s Critics Review Banjo-Tooie on ...

Episode #238 - Between Battletoads, remote-controlled cars and Snakes that rattle ‘n roll, this has been a big year for Rare games hitting the Nintendo Switch Online. Now we get one more, as Nintendo just announce...
October 17, 2024 Reviews au Courant

Review: Nikoderiko: The Magical World

If you’re a fan of Crash Bandicoot and Donkey Kong Country, then the new game Nikoderiko: The Magical World is an absolute must-play. It’s a strong debut release from VEA Games that not only manag...
October 15, 2024 Review Crew

PlayStation Plus: 1990s Critics Review Dino Crisis & Siren

Episode #237 - Just in time to celebrate spooky season, Sony has uploaded two survival horror classics for PlayStation Plus subscribers. That’s right, fans of old school tank controls are in luck, because this wee...
October 14, 2024 Reviews au Courant

Review: Chains of Fury: Vol. 1

The spirit of Duke Nukem 3D is strong in the new game Chains of Fury, a throwback first-person shooter inspired by everything from Lobo to XIII to Hellboy. This first volume gives us eight fast-paced ...
October 10, 2024 Reviews au Courant

Review: An Everyday Story

If you’re looking for a story-driven platformer that will definitely make you sad, then look no further than An Everyday Story. Experience an entire life from the perspective of three unique toys, e...
October 09, 2024 Reviews au Courant

Review: Atari 50: The Wider World of Atari

The first of two planned expansion packs for Atari 50, The Wider World of Atari is a little unfocused and scattered, but it brings with it a lot of history and some truly great games. This is a worthw...
October 08, 2024 Reviews au Courant

Review: Maiden Cops

Don’t be fooled by the anime girls in skimpy outfits, because Maiden Cops is a surprisingly enjoyable romp through the beat ‘em up genre’s greatest hits. This is a game made by people who not on...
October 04, 2024 Review Crew

Nintendo Switch Online: 2000s Critics Review F-Zero GP Legen...

Episode #236 - Get your engines revving, race fans, because Nintendo just announced two more F-Zero games are headed to the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack on October 11th. That’s right, not only are we gett...
October 01, 2024 EGM Ranks

Electronic Gaming Monthly’s Top 10 House of the Dead & Res...

Episode #80 - As it turns out, EGM only reviewed five House of the Dead games. Seven if you include the Sega games that featured levels based on the zombie shooter. So, to add a little variety, I thought it might b...