The ultimate fly-swatting simulation now available on Nintendo Switch Online.
One noteworthy release to mention: Earthion, a new shooting game for Sega Genesis/Mega Drive from Yuzo Koshiro’s studio, Ancient, has launched on Steam. It’s live ahead of its console versions (delayed to September) and cartridge formats (pushed to 2026). And for those curious—it’s not a bullet hell title.
ARCADE ARCHIVES
Field Day
- Platform: PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch (worldwide)
- Price: $7.99 / €6.99 / £6.29
- Publisher: Hamster / Taito
What’s this? A sports-themed game inspired by the traditional Japanese “Undokai” festival, first created by Taito in 1984 and later included in selective collections during the 2000s. Players engage in seven sporting events using a range of button-mashing and rhythm-based inputs, reminiscent of Konami’s Track and Field.
Why should I care? The all-female team adds a fresh twist, and the games can be far less enjoyable when played without the frustration of poorly explained controls.
Fun fact: This game marked the debut of celebrated Taito composer Hisayoshi “OGR” Ogura; classical pieces they adapted into chiptunes during training found their way into this game.
EGG CONSOLE
Manhattan Requiem: Angels Flying In The Dark (PC-88)
- Platform: Nintendo Switch (worldwide)
- Price: $6.49 / ¥880
- Publisher: D4 Enterprise / Riverhillsoft
What’s this? The second installment of Riverhillsoft’s J.B. Harold detective series set in urban America. Originally launched for Japanese microcomputers in 1987 and remade for several platforms, it follows detective J.B. Harold as he investigates a suspicious death ruled a suicide by police.
Why should I care? This series significantly influenced narrative-driven adventure games aimed at a more mature audience, introducing writer/designer Rika Suzuki, whose works reached global audiences with titles like Another Code/Trace Memory and Hotel Dusk.
Language barrier? Yes, it requires a strong grasp of Japanese, making it difficult to navigate without prior knowledge—typical of classic adventure games that demand meticulous exploration.
NINTENDO SWITCH ONLINE
July ’25 update: Mario Paint (SNES)
What’s this? A creative suite centered around Super Mario, originally developed by Nintendo R&D1 for the SNES in 1992. This reissue includes drawing tools, basic music sequencing, and a fly-swatting minigame, designed for use with the Super NES Mouse—a standard mouse is necessary to play.
Why should I care? While its simplicity may seem outdated compared to modern offerings, Mario Paint‘s charm continues to resonate, inspiring creativity in players even with its limitations. The ability to easily share creations enhances its appeal.
Helpful tip: This reissue features updates for the NSO SNES storage app, introducing a new CRT filter, button mappings, and mouse support for compatible games like Mario’s Super Picross.
OTHER
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
- Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 (worldwide)
- Price: $49.99 or equivalent ($34.99 until August 14), $9.99 for a Switch version upgrade
- Publisher: Square-Enix
What’s this? This is the Switch 2 version of the recent remake of the beloved Romancing SaGa 2, initially released for Super Famicom in 1992, now with full 3D visuals, voiced cutscenes, and a revamped battle system that modernizes gameplay with various options and additional content.
Why should I care? The original game’s non-linear, expansive nature established the SaGa series’ unique identity, and this remake marks a notable shift towards making it more accessible for newcomers while also potentially diluting some original charm. It’s a highly approachable entry point for those intimidated by the series.
Helpful tip: This surprise launch introduces a version 1.10 patch across all platforms, mainly focusing on balance adjustments and additional New Game+ settings.
WAIT, DO THEY REALLY CHARGE FOR THESE?
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Switch 2 upgrade patch is now live.
The Switch version of the DQIII remake is now enhanced on Switch 2 with improved graphics and performance options—without any additional cost. Incredible! (Available as soon as the patch is implemented in your region.)
Original article by retronauts.com
