Tag: Mecha

Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE feels like discovering a forgotten 8-bit masterpiece that somehow learned a few modern tricks along the way. Its clever transformation mechanic, excellent replay value and thoughtful quality-of-life additions create a shooter that honours gaming history without becoming trapped by it.

ROUTE16R takes SUNSOFT’s classic arcade chase formula and pushes it into exciting new territory. With transforming robot combat, customisable upgrades, intense boss battles, and the return of the iconic MAD X, this is a retro revival that honours its past while confidently racing towards the future.

Long-running strategy franchises often struggle with downloadable expansions. Some feel like content that should have been included from the start, while others offer little...

More than just a side-scrolling shooter, 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X is an interactive Saturday morning cartoon bursting with heart, restored animation and explosive mecha action. It is a spectacular celebration of the super robot era, proving that genuine passion never grows old.

A forgotten arcade gem finally gets the spotlight it deserves as Biomechanical Toy (QUByte Classics) brings its bizarre toy-box world, explosive run-and-gun action, and colourful 90s charm to modern consoles.

Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 1+2 Dual Collection isn't just a convenient bundle. It is the definitive celebration of two exceptional action platformers. With refined balancing, all DLC included, and an excellent Endless Battle mode, Inti Creates has delivered a package that rewards skill, speed and style in equal measure.

Quantum Beast is a blisteringly fast action brawler that captures the spirit of classic character action games with impressive precision. Despite its smaller scale and demanding difficulty, its satisfying combat, stylish encounters, and rewarding mastery curve make it a standout indie title for fans of technical action.

Star Fox remains one of Nintendo's boldest achievements. Nearly three decades later, its primitive polygons may show their age, but the thrill of soaring through the Lylat System alongside Fox McCloud and his team still captures the imagination in a way few early 3D games can match.

Post-apocalyptic science fiction often focuses on humanity's final stand. The Last Salvage Squad takes a different route. Humanity has already lost. The world is...

Arcade Archives 2 Tatakae! Big Fighter transforms a forgotten 1989 shooter into a compelling slice of arcade history, pairing brutal old-school action with modern preservation features that finally let its inventive mech-switching combat shine.