Retro Gamer (Official)

28/09/2023

Retro Gamer 251 is out today and we have a Star Wars double bill, covering both Dark Forces and the Starfighter games!

Also inside:
🪖 Call Of Duty
🚀 Katakis
🐷 Hogs of War
🍌 Donkey Kong
🍻 Callahan's Crosstime Saloon
🗿 Gradius
And more

Order it here: https://www.magazinesdirect.com/az-single-issues/6937134/retro-gamer-magazine-single-issue.thtml

22/09/2023

You've got £220 million to resurrect the game of your dreams as a big-budget release. What do you choose?
We're obviously going for Strider. (Artwork © Capcom)

21/09/2023

Our latest issue goes off sale soon. Make sure you grab it from newsagents or buy it directly from us.
https://www.magazinesdirect.com/az-magazines/60794100/retro-gamer-issue-250.thtml?j=BKZ

21/09/2023

The PC Gaming Show will be returning soon and will feature Most Wanted. Head here for more information.

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06/09/2023

With over 400 million copies sold since the original game launched in October 2003, Call Of Duty is one of the most popular gaming series of all time. What's your favourite moment from this formidable FPS franchise?

Some replies will be printed in the magazine.

18/08/2023

What are you planning to play this weekend? Nick's been enjoying Mr Run And Jump for the Atari 2600, which is currently available for pre-order from Atari: https://atari.com/products/mr-run-and-jump-2600-limited-edition

09/08/2023

From Knight Lore to Battletoads, Donkey Kong Country to Monster Max and GoldenEye to Viva Pinata, Ultimate/Rare has been responsible for countless classic games over the years. But which one is your favourite and why?

Some replies will be printed in the magazine.

08/08/2023

What's your retro gaming setup like? Do you favour lots of original hardware, or have you gone for something like a MiSTer to slim things down? How about your AV setup - CRT or flat panel TV, top quality cables or whatever came with the console? We'd love to know what you're using and why.

Some replies will be printed in the magazine.

Here's a work in progress photo of Nick's setup, which he's been revamping this year.

26/07/2023

As we work away at issue 250, we thought we'd be a little self indulgent and take a look back at some of our favourite covers.

But what are your favourite Retro Gamer covers, and why? Here's a link to help you refresh your memory: http://www.parkproductions.co.uk/area/magazine/retrogamer.htm

Some replies will be printed in the magazine.

07/07/2023

Issue 248 of Retro Gamer is out now, with a cover feature on how NES games were made - and how they're made today! You can order it here: https://www.magazinesdirect.com/az-single-issues/6937134/retro-gamer-magazine-single-issue.thtml

Also inside:

Raiden
Chaos
Bizarre Creations
World Rally
Bioforge
Fantavision
Werewolves Of London
And much more

04/07/2023

With dozens of games released over more than 30 years, the Sonic series has a lot of potential entry points. If you're a fan of the blue blur, which game was the one that got you hooked and why?

Some replies will be printed in the magazine.

10/06/2023

See over 50 games!

- Stunning 2D pixel art side-scrolling platformer The Last Faith
- Dreamcast revival C-Smash VRS drops a new trailer
- More new - and retro-style - surprises

Here's how to watch the Future Games Show Summer Showcase 2023
LIVE! 6pm BST / 10am PT / 1pm ET
Saturday June 10

https://trib.al/lN1aQfo

08/06/2023

Our brand-new issue is on sale now and features an incredible 32-page mini mag filled with 40 Sega arcade games. Grab it in shops our buy it directly from us.
https://www.magazinesdirect.com/az-magazines/59270221/retro-gamer-issue-247.thtml?j=BKZ

22/05/2023

You can preorder Eschatos from on Nintendo Switch and PS4. Best of all it features the super-rare Judgment Silversword and Cardinal Sins as well. Head to https://www.strictlylimitedgames.com/blogs/strictly-limited-games-releases/eschatos

12/05/2023

There's a brand-new Zelda game out, so why not enjoy it while reading our latest issue, which is filled with fantastic Zelda content. A big thanks to and for putting it together. Buy it in shops or online at https://www.magazinesdirect.com/az-single-issues/6937134/retro-gamer-magazine-single-issue.thtml

02/05/2023

Brilliant, bad or simply bizarre, specialised controllers have often been at the core of some of our strongest gaming memories. Which peripherals left a major impression on you, for better or worse?

Some replies will be printed in the magazine.

21/04/2023

Are you still playing online games on older consoles using fan-made services like Insignia or the DreamPi? If so, we'd love to hear why. If you're interested but haven't given it a try yet, what's stopping you from taking the plunge?

Some replies may be printed in the magazine.

21/04/2023

Just a reminder that our Lara Croft special is currently on sale and is packed full of classic retro goodness. Buy it in stores or pick it up from https://www.magazinesdirect.com/az-single-issues/6937134/retro-gamer-magazine-single-issue.thtml

03/04/2023

We will be interviewing Matt Householder for a future issue so if you would like to ask Matt a question, please post it here and we will get your name in the magazine. Matt worked in coin-op at Gottlieb where he created Krull and is probably best known for working on Winter Games, World Games and California Games (and the sequel) at Epyx. He later acted as producer for Diablo and Diablo II.

30/03/2023

Ocean Software was a powerhouse in the Eighties and Nineties games industry, with a particular strength in publishing memorable film adaptations and arcade conversions. What were your favourite Ocean games?

Some replies will be featured in the magazine.

25/03/2023

Just a reminder that our Resident Evil 4 cover, including a 32-page companion piece about the Resident Evil series is on sale now. Get it from stores or directly from us.
https://www.magazinesdirect.com/az-magazines/57873789/retro-gamer-issue-244.thtml?j=BKZ

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24/03/2023

Here's how to watch the Future Games Show Spring Showcase - live today at 10pm GMT / 6pm EDT

See over 45 games in a multi-format showcase hosted by the stars of Final Fantasy VII Remake

We've had a sneak look… and there's a retro surprise or two in there

https://trib.al/wPBmBzp

The Future Games Show returns today, with over 45 games, and this is how to tune in

23/03/2023

Interested in watching the you can find out more information here.
https://www.gamesradar.com/how-to-watch-the-future-games-show-spring-showcase-2023/

The Future Games Show returns this week, and this is how to tune in

16/03/2023

Issue 244 of Retro Gamer is on sale today, with Capcom's classic Resident Evil 4 on the cover! Also inside:

🏎️ Stunt Car Racer
🦁 Lionheart
💾 Sega System 24
⚔️ Shining Force
🐠 The Rumble Fish 1 & 2
And much more!

Get it in shops or order online at https://www.magazinesdirect.com/az-single-issues/6937134/retro-gamer-magazine-single-issue.thtml

13/03/2023

Whether you're there to buy games, play rare machines or simply meet up with like-minded fans, retro gaming events can be an excellent way to spend a day. Do you go to retro gaming events? If so, what's the main reason you attend them?

Some replies will appear in the magazine.

17/02/2023

Capcom took a big risk with Resident Evil 4 by abandoning the established structure of the previous games, but it paid off handsomely and revitalised the series. What are your favourite moments from this amazing game?

Some replies will be printed in the magazine.

16/02/2023

Issue 243 of Retro Gamer is on sale today, with a 12 page cover feature on the games of the 80s! Also inside:

👊 The Way Of The Exploding Fist
👽Aliens
⚽️Marko's Magic Football
🚁Sim Copter
🧯Blazing Rangers
And much more!

Get it in shops, or from Magazines Direct: https://www.magazinesdirect.com/az-single-issues/6937134/retro-gamer-magazine-single-issue.thtml

01/02/2023

Fancy joining the hosts of the Ted Dabney Experience podcast for an afternoon of arcade gaming and a talk about the classics we all love? You can do just that at the Arcade Archive in Stroud on Sunday March 12th, but book quick because tickets are limited!

Set across two floors of a listed mill in Stroud, UK, the Retro Collective is a visitor attraction comprising two hands-on retro technology and gaming museums, The Cave and Arcade Archive.

28/01/2023

The most-exciting developments in gaming will be revealed at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase. https://trib.al/Z3pf21t

Look forward to 70 minutes of new trailers, announcements, and unseen games, plus a spotlight on the best VR titles

18/01/2023

What are your favourite memories of gaming in the 1980s? Whether you were playing in the arcades or on home computers and consoles, it was an exciting decade for anyone in our hobby, with plenty of hit games and huge technological leaps.

Some answers will appear in the magazine.

17/01/2023

What was your first experience with import games, and why did you take the plunge? Were you hoping to get big new games first, or maybe games that would never arrive in your region? Maybe you just wanted the benefits of NTSC systems?

Some answers will be printed in the magazine.

11/01/2023

How do you feel about the way game prices have changed over the years? Do today's £70 games feel harder on your wallet than the £40 games of the PlayStation era, or the £20 Amiga games of the late 1980s?

Some replies will be printed in the magazine.

02/01/2023

Share an underrated videogame that no one ever talks about. Ours is Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer. Go!

02/01/2023

What game pushed your favourite system the most? We'd wager Shadow Of The Colossus impressed a lot of PS2 owners!

02/01/2023

The new issue of Retro Gamer is on sale now. Pick it up in shops or buy if directly from us.
https://www.magazinesdirect.com/az-single-issues/6937134/retro-gamer-magazine-single-issue.thtml

01/01/2023

Darran loves the N64 and has quite the collection. Here's his favourite games for the system over at
https://www.gamesradar.com/best-n64-games-all-time/

From GoldenEye 007 to Super Mario 64, here are the best Nintendo 64 games ever made

01/01/2023

Happy New Year To All Our Readers.
What are your gaming plans for 2023? Will you start new collections, complete certain games? Let us know below

01/01/2023

Find out how Crash Team Racing was made for Sony's PlayStation in our legacy feature on
https://www.gamesradar.com/the-making-of-crash-team-racing/

Retro Gamer sits down with legendary designer Daniel Arey to revisit the game behind Crash Team Racing: Nitro Refuelled

31/12/2022

Everyone knows Darran loves Strider, but what does he like it so much? Find out here.
https://www.retrogamer.net/why_i_love/strider-4/

Darran explains why Capcom's ninja means so much to him.

31/12/2022

We go behind the scenes of one of the greatest Dungeons & Dragons games of all time. Find it on
https://www.gamesradar.com/making-of-baldurs-gate/

With the remasters now out on modern consoles, we look back at BioWare's original smash RPG hit