The Gremlin years and beyond. RGM: Wanted: Monty Mole had a very distinct “British” feel to it. Where did the inspiration for the coal mine setting come from? Was it a conscious decision to lean into the political climate of the UK at the time, or just a coincidence? PMH: My dad was on strike, we had very little money available and I was writing a game about a mole who we all know “digs” for things. So it made sense for my young self to vent my frustrations into…
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Interview by Peter Ward Alex’s Links https://www.ebay.com/str/ultimategamersvault https://www.instagram.com/ultimategamersvault?igsh=MWdvNHp4NnE4Mm00cQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr https://youtube.com/@ultimategamersvault?si=lBzHWabD9ShgiLD1 Led SEGA’s #1 Dreamcast Launch Store (9/9/99) Gaming Retail & Launch Leader RGM: Every gamer has that “lightning bolt” moment where they realized this wasn’t just a toy, but a life-long obsession. What was the first system that hooked you, Alex, and what was that one game that made you realize you were “one of us”? My first console was the Atari 2600, and I played pretty much anything I could get my hands on. Combat, Megamania, Pitfall, all of it.…
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Platform: Nintendo Switch Release: 5 February 2026 | Publisher: 3goo K.K. Developer: Vision Reelle | Price: £17.99 Download size: 639MB | PEGI: 3 Style: retrogamesmaster.co.uk – honest, no-nonsense, UK-focused, with that classic arcade heart INTRO & FIRST IMPRESSIONS Back in the day, the best racing games didn’t need endless menus or complicated setups – they just needed speed, bright visuals, and the ability to get four mates round the telly having a right good time. Think Super Monaco GP, Virtua Racing, or the early Ridge Racer days: pick up, play,…
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Reviewed by RetroGamerMaster When you talk about the absolute giants of the shoot-’em-up genre, few names carry the weight, respect, and history of R-Type. Since bursting onto the arcade scene back in 1987, Irem’s masterpiece has defined what makes a great side-scrolling shooter: precision gameplay, tactical depth, unforgettable biomechanical design, and a challenge that rewards skill, patience, and mastery. It is a series that has been ported, remixed, and remembered for decades, and now, in partnership with original creators Irem and developers Tozai, ININ Games is set to deliver what…
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Interview By Peter Ward Edit by Peter Ward, Andrew Fisher and Brian F Colin RGM: I’m absolutely delighted and thrilled to be joined by the true legend of the arcade era. From the pixelated destruction of Rampage to the gridiron grit of Pigskin 621 AD, Brian Colin has been responsible for some of the most charismatic titles in gaming history. Brian, thank you for joining us. BC: Thank you for the kind words.I think I’m more of a legend in my own mind, though, than in real life. RGM: No,…
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https://www.twitch.tv/middleagedgamerguyuk About Paul Hey Everyone. Welcome to the official Twitch stream for Middle Aged Gamer Guy. After a longtime wanting to stream games I finally took the jump in October 2020 after my career came tumbling down. I now do something I love while getting to meet loads of new wonderful people. Fave games include Doom & Sea of Thieves which I stream as well as streaming games I’ve never played or just didn’t get round to playing. Plus doing full play throughs of story based games such as Walking Dead, Batman etc… I also try to do special…
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Actua Golf Tees Off on Antstream Arcade with Global Leaderboards and Fresh Challenges London, April 2026 – The retro streaming giants at Antstream Arcade are back at it, proving once again why they are the kings of preservation with a brand-new injection of classic golfing action. Leading the charge is the 1996 Gremlin Interactive classic Actua Golf, and it’s coming back with some modern bells and whistles that we could only dream of during the 32-bit era. Back in the mid-90s, Actua Golf was at the forefront of the 3D…
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Fans of action, horror, and vampire adventures can look forward to the ultimate BloodRayne experience. The BloodRayne: Definitive Collection brings together all three main titles of the cult-classic franchise in one outstanding package, enhanced for modern platforms and released together in a premium physical edition. This Definitive Collection features newly implemented patches for enhanced performance and an even smoother experience on modern consoles tailored for long-time fans and newcomers alike. Strictly Limited is publishing this definitive collection in collaboration with Ziggurat Interactive, delivering the ultimate way to experience Rayne’s legendary adventures across PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Two editions will be available:…
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Shenmue III Enhanced – New Details Revealed, First Trailer Released!The most refined, polished version of Ryo Hazuki’s epic journey on new platforms with new features, enhanced visuals and much more!Stuttgart, 19th February, 2026: Following the initial seismic announcement in August 2025, the communication around Shenmue III Enhanced officially resumes today with a wave of new information and the release of the very first trailer. This is the real mccoy, no imitations! The response to the original announcement was nothing short of amazing!It is now officially confirmed that Shenmue III Enhanced will be released on PC,…
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