Raziel, Rastan and RSI.
Starting this week’s roundups with surprise drops from last week: Nightdive’s surprise release of their remaster of Computer Artworks’ 2002 third-person shooter based on The Thing, and the long-awaited 1.0 release of Caves of Qud, a sci-fi roguelike that’s been in development for seventeen years. This roundup does not include games released alongside trailer showcases.
ARCADE ARCHIVES
- Platform: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4
- Price: $7.99 / €6.99 / £6.29
- Publisher: Hamster / Seibu Kaihatsu
What’s this? A vertically-scrolling sci-fi shooting game, originally released in arcades by Seibu Kaihatsu in 1995. Described as “Raiden in space,” this release includes both the OLD and NEW revisions of the game.
Why should I care? Hardcore shooting game fans have eagerly awaited this game’s home release. With similarities to Raiden II, this game offers a high level of craftsmanship and playability.
Helpful tip: A PS5 backend bug is preventing purchases, but Hamster is working on a fix.
EGG CONSOLE
Dragon Slayer: The Legend of Heroes II (PC-8801mkIISR)
- Platform: Nintendo Switch (worldwide)
- Price: $6.49 / ¥880
- Publisher: D4 Enterprise / Nihon Falcom
What’s this? The second game in Falcom’s Dragon Slayer RPG subseries, set 20 years after the original game. With a continuation of the original’s story and gameplay, this version remains faithful to its roots.
Why should I care? A direct sequel with resolved plotlines from the original, this game has yet to receive an official localization. The original version is recommended over remakes and ports for the true experience.
Language barrier? The in-game text is in Japanese, and the game features heavy dialogue.
OTHER
- Platform: Nintendo Switch (Japan)
- Price: ¥7,480
- Publisher: Edia / Masaya
What’s this? An emulated collection with Masaya’s Cho Aniki and Ai Cho Aniki shooting games. Offering basic settings, save states, and more, these classic games appeal to fans of the series.
Why should I care? Despite the collection’s price, it offers two respected Cho Aniki games known for more than their eccentric themes. Importing may be necessary for international players.
Helpful tip: A promised reissue of the Super Famicom game will be separate from the collection.
Original article by retronauts.com
