New Retro Games for Nintendo, Super Nintendo, Sega Genesis, Game Boy, Dreamcast, and more at Super MAGFest 2026.

Demos for dozens of retro games will be available for attendees.

Pittsburgh, PA (November 12, 2025) - Mega Cat Studios — a retro-focused independent developer and publisher, has revealed the exciting lineup of games that will be showcased at Super MAGFest 2026 in National Harbor, MD from January 8 through January 11. The positively pixel publisher has handpicked standout titles from the retro community to entertain and inspire dedicated fans. Hands-on demos include the following finalists: Batty Zabella 2 XOXO, Black Tower Enigma, Chibi Monster Brawl, Diggy Diggy Mole, Friday at Ours, Gas Station Story, Gb BBS 95, Halcyon, Kero Kero Cowboy, Light From Within, Maiden of the Dark, Metal Canary, NightVein, Razing Core, Sword of the Apocalypse, Tactus, The Adventure of Panzer: Frontiers, The Halls of Talamh Domhain, The Mariana Sequence, The Nyanja!, Trasmoz Legends, and Wicked Plague.

Attendees can go hands-on with each title from the MAGFest Indie Retro 2026 line-up:

• Batty Zabella 2 XOXO XMAS (Game Boy - Now Available)

• Batty returns in a spooky yet festive sequel full of exploration and family drama. Explore eerie environments and help her save Christmas with her wonderfully strange relatives.

• Black Tower Enigma (Game Boy - Releasing in Q1 2026)

• Step into the role of Wigo, an orc searching for his lost wife inside a mysterious tower. This Game Boy puzzle adventure challenges players with clever riddles and cryptic clues, offering a satisfying mix of logic and exploration.

• Chibi Monster Brawl (Game Boy - Releasing in 2025)

• Colorful arenas, tricky hazards, and fruit-fueled chaos await up to four players. Choose your monster, dodge hazards, and collect berries across colorful stages while outsmarting your friends for the highest score.

• Diggy Diggy Mole (NES - Releasing in Q1 2026)

• Dig, jump, and explore your way through ancient dwarven tunnels in this NES Metroidvania. Hidden treasures, clever level design, and classic platforming create a satisfying mix of exploration and discovery.

• Friday at Ours (Game Boy Color - Releasing in Fall 2026)

• Overcome your anxiety and step out of your comfort zone in this adventure and social simulation game for the Game Boy Color. Visit a lively house party you weren't invited to, explore social interactions, and experience the small moments that turn an ordinary night into an unforgettable one

• Gas Station Story (SNES, GBC, GBA - Now Available)

• Strange things are happening because of a spreading computer virus at a desert gas station outside Divinity City. As the clerk, your choices shape relationships, daily routine, and the mysterious fate of everyone who visits.

• Gb BBS 95 (GBC - Now Available)

• Set in the year 1995, this Game Boy RPG draws inspiration from the early days of the internet. Players explore a quiet town, uncover a local mystery, and relive the charm of Bulletin Board Systems through cozy gameplay and nostalgic details.

• Halcyon (NES - Releasing in Late 2026/Early 2027)

• Venture across the harsh surface of Planet Halcyon in a sci-fi Metroidvania adventure. Explore open environments, upgrade your mobile tank, and uncover long-buried secrets inspired by classic exploration games.

• Kero Kero Cowboy (Game Boy Color - Now Available)

• Saddle up with Kero Kero, a frog gunslinger on a mission to round up the West’s most wanted outlaws. This Game Boy Color platformer blends tight action, clever shooting mechanics, and 25 levels of fast-paced adventure.

• Light From Within (NES - Releasing in 2026)

• Ella’s journey begins under a fractured moon, guided by a fading spirit. Explore dangerous dungeons, collect relics, and restore hope in this heartfelt 8-bit adventure about love, loss, and light.

• Maiden of the Dark (Game Boy - Releasing in December 2025 or January 2026)

• The sun is rising, and time is running out. Play as the Maiden, a spirit warrior who must defeat the warlord Zankoku in this action-platformer inspired by Game Boy classics. With ten challenging levels and a heavy-metal soundtrack, this offers a fierce retro experience.

• Metal Canary (Sega Dreamcast - Releasing in June 2026)

• AI-driven machines have taken control and it’s up to you to fight back. Pilot six unique ships across explosive Dreamcast and PC stages and dismantle the OMNICORE system in an intense vertical shoot ‘em up.

• NightVein (Sega Genesis/Mega Drive - Releasing in Late 2026)

• Hack, slash, and shoot your way through enemy-filled maps in this top-down action game. Fast pacing and fluid controls keep every battle intense and rewarding.

• Razing Core (SEGA Master System/Mark III - Releasing in 2026)

• This vertical shoot ‘em up for the SEGA Master System and Mark III delivers classic arcade energy. The demo offers the first stage, offering a glimpse of the full game’s planned lineup of unique enemies, boss battles, and seven to eight stages of intense action.

• Sword of the Apocalypse (Sega Genesis / Mega Drive - Releasing in 2027)

• Take up the cursed blade and face off against demons and war machines in this SEGA Genesis and Mega Drive action game. Cinematic visuals, fluid combat, and a driving 16-bit soundtrack bring the apocalypse to life.

• Tactus (NES - Releasing Early Access in 2026, Final Release TBA)

• Rhythm meets roguelike in this NES and Famicom dungeon crawler. Every move and attack syncs with the beat, creating a unique challenge powered by the Rainbow cartridge’s enhanced audio.

• The Adventures of Panzer: Frontiers (NES - TBA)

• General Panzer returns in a Wild West homebrew adventure for the NES. Multiple playable characters, non-linear missions, and tongue-in-cheek humor expand the beloved Panzer saga with fresh flair.

• The Halls of Talamh Domhain (NES - Releasing in Q1 2026)

• Join Dwarven princes Colvan and Lorcan as they reclaim their lost kingdom in this turn-based NES dungeon crawler. This features deep mechanics, a variety of monsters, and battery backed saves for lasting play.

• The Mariana Sequence (NES - Releasing in 2026)

• Each run tells a different story. This experimental platformer changes its levels, enemies, and outcomes depending on the order you play, encouraging curiosity and replay.

• The Nyanja! (Game Boy, Chromatic - Releasing in December 2025)

• Play as ninja cats Nyanmaru and Nekomi in a fast-paced TurboGrafx Super-CD adventure. Recover the stolen Jade Paw from the Shadow Kitsune Gang and save Edo-Kyo with claws, courage, and style.

• Trasmoz Legends (Nintendo, XBox, PSX - Releasing in 2025)

• The finale of the Trasmoz trilogy brings polished 8-bit arcade action with modern twists. Compete in Arcade, Speedrun, and Endless modes, or take on co-op and leaderboard challenges for lasting replay value.

• Wicked Plague (Game Boy, Chromatic - Now Available)

• Fight through an infested building full of the undead in this fast-paced Metroidvania. Explore each infested floor, face powerful bosses, and uncover the source of the corruption spreading inside.

Attendees can go hands-on with each title from the Magfest Indie Retro 2026 line-up:

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