Tag: SUNSOFT

A wonderfully charming piece of 8-bit adventure history, Ripple Island combines fairy-tale characters, thoughtful puzzles and surprisingly meaningful choices to create a warm and memorable journey that still has plenty of heart nearly four decades later.

Hashire HEBEREKE: EX brings a forgotten 1994 classic roaring back to life with colourful characters, chaotic item battles and enough multiplayer options to keep the party going. Its unusual isometric controls and unpredictable races may take some getting used to, but once the madness clicks, this quirky little racer is impossible not to enjoy.

ROUTE16 COLLECTION successfully revives one of SUNSOFT’s most inventive arcade concepts, blending historical preservation with a surprisingly enjoyable modern evolution. While the earlier entries require patience, ROUTE16R brings fresh energy through customisation, combat and multiplayer, making it a rewarding journey for both retro fans and curious newcomers.

ROUTE16TURBO proves that some forgotten classics simply needed another chance. Its clever dual-view system, satisfying risk-and-reward gameplay and addictive arcade loop remain surprisingly engaging decades after its debut.

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.

ROUTE16 may be a product of the early arcade era, but its innovative dual-perspective gameplay still feels remarkably clever today. With tense maze navigation, strategic enemy avoidance, and a fascinating glimpse into SUNSOFT’s early creativity, this forgotten classic remains an important milestone in gaming history.

T.R.A.G. Tactical Rescue Assault Group – Mission of Mercy is a fascinating time capsule of late 90s console design, blending fixed camera tension with anime driven action and character swapping systems that feel surprisingly fresh even today. This Console Archives release preserves its quirks while smoothing just enough edges to make it an easy recommendation for retro enthusiasts.

Its historical setting, quirky premise, and faithful preservation offer a valuable glimpse into Japan's early console era, but its punishing difficulty and often frustrating design choices reveal just how far game design has evolved over the last four decades.

GAME The Strongest Job Is Apparently Not a Hero or a Sage, but an Appraiser (Provisional)! ~Dungeon and Mystery Girl~ is certainly a contender for...

A stylish and faithful revival that turns a long-lost anime platformer into a lovingly preserved retro gem — cool, challenging, and unmistakably City Hunter.