The new 8BitDo Pro 3 controller blends GameCube era nostalgia with cutting edge features like Hall effect triggers, swappable buttons and rock-solid performance on the Nintendo Switch. For platformers, retro games and Nintendo classics, this may be the best controller around.
Blending classic city management with a truly unique premise, The Wandering Village challenges players to build a thriving village on the back of a colossal creature. With survival tied to both your people and your Onbu companion, it’s a charming builder that stands out from the crowd.
With its focus on relationships, village building and a smooth combat system, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is a natural evolution for the series. The Switch 2 version has strong characters, an emotional story and welcome streamlining without losing what makes the franchise special.
Pineapple Works, together with Silver Lemur Games, Polish developer of the Legends of Amberland series, are happy to announce that Legends of Amberland II: The Song of Trees has just launched digitally on Nintendo Switch for $19.99. Legends of Amberland II: The Song of Trees is a classic western dungeon crawler RPG inspired by the games from the 90s like Might and Magic, Wizardry, Ultima Underworld, the Gold Box series and others. Using the classic first-person perspective, over grid movement, turn-based system to travel in an open world with fast travel options and a quick combat. Sequel to Legends of … Continue reading Amberland II: The Song of Trees Classic RPG Launches for Switch and Steam
Retro Game Friday is a column by Michael Blaker covering various games from the past. This week he covers a true classic in Spelunky.
This week Save State’s Vincent Mahoney tests out the 8bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth, a Nintendo Switch friendly gamepad with a slick dock, solid performance and just enough differences to stand out from its counterparts.
In a refreshing change from the usual action-packed Middle Earth fare, Tales of the Shire focuses on gardening, cooking and forging friendships. Cozy, charming and surprisingly deep, it’s the perfect title for anyone who’s ever dreamed of settling down in the Shire.
Looking for a rhythm title with personality and depth? Rift of the NecroDancer hits all the right beats. Vincent Mahoney, filling in for Fresh Look this week, breaks down why it’s a must-play for fans of the rhythm genre.
A fantasy MMO’s heroes of Azerim vanish, leaving one low-level NPC fisherman to deal with the monsters, world-ending quests and annoying story NPCs. It’s a ridiculous premise that somehow works for Nice Day for Fishing, sore thumbs and all.
Microids and Microids Studio Lyon are thrilled to announce Agatha Christie – Death on the Nile is set for release on September 25, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This modern adaptation of the Queen of Crime’s classic novel introduces a fresh narrative twist with two playable protagonists: the legendary Hercule Poirot and a brand-new character created for the game, detective Jane Royce. Players will alternate between the two characters, each offering a unique perspective on the unfolding investigation. Poirot’s razor-sharp logic combined with Royce’s intuition brings depth to the gameplay, as players cross-reference testimonies, interrogate suspects, … Continue reading Agatha Christie Death on the Nile Gets September Release Date
