When Capcom released Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers for the NES in 1990, it was riding high on the success of other licensed Disney titles like DuckTales. What could have easily been another quick cash-in on a popular cartoon turned…
Star Ocean: The Second Story is one of the finest examples of late-’90s action RPG design, and it remains a fan-favorite entry in the Star Ocean franchise. Building on the systems and themes introduced in the original Star Ocean on…
For this week’s Retro Monday, we’re diving into a fantasy board game that may have graced your childhood gaming table—Key to the Kingdom, released in 1990 by Waddingtons. Known for its oversized, colorful board and whimsical theme, this adventure game…
Few games have left as lasting an impact on the first-person shooter genre as GoldenEye 007 for the Nintendo 64. Released in 1997, this game wasn’t just a great movie tie-in—it redefined what a console shooter could be. With a…
When most RPG fans think of the genre’s golden age, they often recall games like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. However, Phantasy Star carved out its own legacy with a unique blend of futuristic sci-fi, traditional RPG mechanics, and an…
When Altered Beast first hit arcades in 1988, it was a spectacle—an action-packed, side-scrolling beat ’em up drenched in Greek mythology and transformation-based combat. Developed by Sega and helmed by Golden Axe creator Makoto Uchida, Altered Beast quickly became a…
“Cybernator” (also known as “Assault Suits Valken” in Japan) is a run-and-gun platformer developed by NCS Corporation and published by Konami for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1992. “Cybernator” boasts impressive graphics for its time, with detailed sprites…
Released in 1994 by Natsume, Wild Guns is a fast-paced arcade-style shooting game that blends a Wild West aesthetic with steampunk and sci-fi elements. It’s a two-player action-packed gem that challenges players to survive relentless enemy waves while racking up…
Dragon Warrior II,” released for the NES in 1987 (Japan) and 1990 (North America), builds upon the foundation laid by its predecessor. This sequel expands the scope and complexity of the original game, introducing new features and improvements that aim…
F-Zero for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) is a futuristic racing game that helped define the racing genre, introducing blistering speed, tight controls, and impressive graphics for its time. It was one of the launch titles for the SNES…
