Category Archives: Reviews

Death Crimson

Posted on November 9, 2019 by Cassidy

“In the Court of the Crimson Death.”

In 1996, a perfect storm occurred on the Sega Saturn; given an amateur development studio, limited resources, and an incomprehensible creative vision. We stare down the barrel of Japan’s most infamous light gun shooter, and determine to document its history. All hail the “Emperor of Kusogē.”

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Tag Team Match: M.U.S.C.L.E.

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Cassidy

“M.U.S.C.L.E. Man, I Want to Love You.”

When Kinnikuman crossed the pond to take North American toy shelves by storm, he brought with him a loathsome NES game as well. But does Japan’s appreciation for this oft-maligned cartridge run deeper?

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Yaroze a Day #03

Posted on July 19, 2019 by Cassidy

Games covered include: Asobu Rakugaki, Assaulter, Bakudan, Ball Blaze, Banjo Invaders, Beet, and Bendy.

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Dark Castle (Genesis)

Posted on July 13, 2019 by Cassidy

“Building up High My Dark Castle Walls.”

We venture forth into the depths of the Dark Castle, to unearth the 16-bit cartridge which spelled doom for a classic computer franchise’s legacy. But do the tales of its tarnished reputation ring true?

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OUYA (2013-2015)

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Cassidy

“The Moon, Beautiful. The Sun, Even More Beautiful. OUYA.”

The life and times of the crowdfunded microconsole that couldn’t. But was there ever any hope that it might’ve, could’ve, maybe? The time has come to put “The People’s Console” on trial.

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Yaroze a Day #02

Posted on June 8, 2019 by Cassidy

Games covered include: Amateur Wars: Special Edition, Anda, Aozora, Apex, The Appointed Station, Arena, and Arena 1.

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Yaroze a Day #01

Posted on June 1, 2019 by Cassidy

Games covered include: 3D Dragon Paser, 3D Fighting Trial, 3D Gaming Engine, 4 Othello, Adventure Game, Airbob, and Alien Looter.

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An Introduction to “Yaroze a Day”

Posted on May 27, 2019 by Cassidy

An introduction to Sony’s Net Yaroze consumer-grade development kit, and the communities and games created around it.

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ClayFighter 63⅓

Posted on April 30, 2019 by Cassidy

“So Thanks for Making Me a ClayFighter.”

Sculpting a summary of events leading to the demise of the ClayFighter franchise, and cracking open its most infamous entry.

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Pepsi Invaders / Coke Wins

Posted on April 1, 2019 by Cassidy

“I’m a Pepsi Invader. Alright, Let’s Conquer the World!”

The story of a secretly-distributed Atari cartridge can now be told! Discover the origins and larger partnership behind an infamous piece of soft drink / video game ephemera.

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