Few fighting game franchises have a legacy as enduring as Mortal Kombat. From its digitized fighters and over-the-top gore to its impact on the creation of the ESRB ratings system, it helped shape not just a genre but video game culture itself. With Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, Atari and Digital Eclipse are packaging that history into an interactive collection that celebrates the series’ earliest years – and after getting an early look at Gamescom, it’s shaping up to be both a love letter to long-time fans and an accessible gateway for newcomers and those curious about the phenomenon that surrounded it. Continue reading “Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection preview (Gamescom)”
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BOULDER Dash 40th Anniversary Edition review (PS5)
Few games can claim the kind of longevity that Boulder Dash enjoys. What began as a simple yet addictive cave-exploring puzzle game in 1984 has now resurfaced in a polished 40th Anniversary edition, promising a faithful yet modernized take on a true classic. Developed and published by BBG Entertainment, this new version attempts to honor the original while adding enough fresh content to keep both veterans and new players engaged. Continue reading “BOULDER Dash 40th Anniversary Edition review (PS5)”
Outlaws + Handful of Missions Remaster preview (Gamescom)
The 1990s gave us a wave of experimental shooters, but Outlaws was one of the rare titles that dared to mix fast-paced FPS action with the cinematic flair LucasArts had perfected in its adventure games. Nearly three decades later, Nightdive Studios is bringing the cult classic back in a polished remaster. With updated visuals, modern controls, and multiplayer support, it’s a chance for both old fans and curious newcomers to revisit (or finally discover) a western shooter that stood apart from its peers. Continue reading “Outlaws + Handful of Missions Remaster preview (Gamescom)”
Warhammer 40,000 Dawn of War – Definitive Edition review (PC)
Dawn of War – Definitive Edition is less a bold reinvention and more a respectful clean-up of a stone-cold RTS great, gathering the base game and its three expansions under one roof and letting the core design sing on modern PCs. It doesn’t chase novelty so much as it restores pace, readability, and a proper battlefield view, and when the bolters start up you’re reminded how few games make squad skirmishes feel this punchy. Continue reading “Warhammer 40,000 Dawn of War – Definitive Edition review (PC)”
9th Dawn Remake review (PS5)
More than a decade after the original 9th Dawn debuted on mobile, Valorware returns with 9th Dawn Remake, a top-down RPG that brings the classic experience into a more modern context an onto new platforms. It’s been a long road since the series’ humble beginnings, and with the remake promising new visuals, updated gameplay systems, and a world of dungeons to conquer, there was good reason to be intrigued – especially considering the original’s cult status. The PlayStation 5 version features local and online co-op, minigames, and a retooled narrative. But does it live up to the status of the mobile game? Continue reading “9th Dawn Remake review (PS5)”
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