Darius Cozmic Collection Console (REVIEW)

Spanning 9 games, a handful of console platforms, and different regions "Darius Cozmic Collection Console" offers up the more varied collection of games between the two collection variations. Not only do you get console ports for Darius II, SAGAIA, Darius Twin, Darius Force, Super Nova, and Darius Plus, but Darius Alpha itself which is a game that was never released for sale. A game in the series that was limited in releases to 800 copies worldwide. It is in the rarity of Alpha, and the collection as a whole that the developer sees value nearing $60. Whether or not you agree is up to you ...

Darius Cozmic Collection Arcade (REVIEW)

Getting into this playthrough I was promptly reminded how better graphics were at the arcades in comparison to the at home 8-bit console scene back in the day. Arcade games always seemed to be at least a couple of generations ahead, and this particular arcade collection proves that over, and over again. With "Darius Cozmic Collection Arcade" the gamer gets to experience the Darius trilogy as it were back in the late 80's, and early 90's. Complete with seven true to arcade versions of the original Darius, Darius II, and Darius Gaiden. The latter of which is a standalone addition to the series. Each game in the series keeping intact the screen format which ranged from a triple screen orientation to a two screen, and single screen format. Screen ratios that can be tweaked to the players preference into a fullscreen or widescreen presentation with traditional arcade banners to add to the arcade theme of the collection.

OutBuddies DX (NS)

Taking inspiration from Lovecraftian lore OutBuddies DX places the player in a perilous situation by having them take on the role of an airship piloting adventurer, and his AI assistant who are out to face the old gods. On his way to the mythological cradle of mankind the curious captain of the story crashes into the depths of the sea. Saved only by his AI companion who acts as a support bot. Together they must brave the depths, face fearful foes, and solve the mysteries of the ruins they find themselves in if they are to make it out alive.

Pixboy (NS)

Welcome back to the 90's era of Gameboy inspired gaming! Here with Pixboy, a game born of 90's gaming inspiration, you get a trio of task driven platforming opportunities filled with plenty of secrets, and color palettes to swap between on the fly. As a boy of no name, a boy with a science experiment stolen you must venture forth into four themed locations with several stages each in order to save your secret formula from sticky fingered thieves. You'll face enemies, hazards, a timer, and looting opportunities as you go from start to finish trying to perfect each playthrough. An award given for feats achieved. Bragging rights for the modern retro gamer!