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Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Remaster hands-on: ahead of its time
By Ian Dean published
A timely reminder of how artful video game visual design can be.

How Tempest Rising channels the heart of '90s strategy games without "losing its soul"
By Ian Dean published
It's a balancing act, shares game director Frederick Schreiber.

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves review – a triumphant comeback that rekindles the series' classic fighting spirit
By Alan Wen published
SNK's original prize fighter still packs a punch with its comic book roots.

How indie rhythm game Unbeatable takes inspiration from Dreamcast and early 90s anime with its stylish hand-drawn animation
By Alan Wen published
Art director Andrew Tsai on the appeal of a style that embraces limitations.

I played Capcom Fighting Collection 2 for a week: here's why we need this frenzied '90s game art style to make a comeback
By Ian Dean published
This retro game collection packs a visual punch.

Nintendo sparks wild fan theories after Donkey Kong Bananza leak
By Natalie Fear published
Who’s the mystery character?

Nintendo Switch 2 vs Switch OLED – should you upgrade?
By Carlton Hill published
Excited by the launch of Nintendo Switch 2 but not sure if you should upgrade or buy the older Switch OLED? Here are the main differences between the consoles.

Evercade's new Neo Geo handheld console has a rare retro game everyone needs to play
By Ian Dean published
The 14-game Super Pocket handheld features one of my all-time favourite games.

LIVE: All you need to know about today's Nintendo Direct (but don't get your hopes up for any Switch 2 updates)
By Beth Nicholls last updated
The company has made it clear that there will be no new updates on the Nintendo Switch 2 during this presentation, but still some exciting things to look forward to.
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