WEEKLY DOSE OF GAMING NEWS: THE MANDARIN 2, DUCK HUNT, PALWORLD
We're all experiencing a steady change of seasons around the world, with things getting a bit warmer for everyone. Now, the same can be said when it comes to your old-school titles and consoles, which only get hotter each time we go out and check to see what's up.
From remakes to demakes to updated releases for classics of the past. The choices one could have when it comes to sweet retro games just keep getting better. As you all know, the action never really stops whenever we bring you the news each week. So sit tight, brace yourselves, and enjoy what we've got in store for you all.
We have a sweet surprise for any Star Wars fan who doesn't mind a cheeky but cool little spin-off for the Game Boy Advance and MSX. Previously released on the Amstrad CPC, Mananuk's new game, The Mandarin 2, features five levels of varying themes, a whole lot of action, and a touch of The Force, if you will.
It's a side-scrolling space shooter in which players take on the role of the Mandarin, a mysterious interstellar mercenary out for revenge. You'll be taking on the likes of General Limoncello, a bad guy with some really bad plans involving a new space station under construction. Now it's up to you to foil those plans with your ship, shoot everyone into deep space, and help the Rebels reclaim the galaxy.
If you're looking to have a great time and don't mind going through outer space, you can check out The Mandarin 2 over at itch io.
Now let's take a look at an absolute classic that involves a bit of shooting but with a bit more audience participation. If you've ever owned a Nintendo and a light gun back in the 80s or 90s, then you've probably heard of a little game called Duck Hunt.
Now, if you haven't, it's a fun old-school title where players fire a NES zapper at a CRT television. Yes, it doesn't get as old school as that. You have three attempts per round to shoot ducks and play pigeons. And if you farewell, that cute little dog will let you know. This time around, Marggines unofficially released the NES classic over to the Commodore Amiga. And as of today, you can play the 1.2 update.
Duck Hunt is one of the few fan favorites from the past that actually involved some light gun action. Nothing really came close. The hunting is fun and fast-paced. All you need to do is point and shoot. So, if you want to relive those Duck Hunt memories or want to try it for the first time, fire up the Commodore Amiga and get to shooting.
Now onto something fairly new, but with a sweet retro touch. Demakes are video game remakes or reimaginings of modern titles. But with most of it converted to an older graphical or gameplay style. It's one of the most charming creations of the gaming community, and helps in keeping the retro experience alive. That being said, have you heard of a certain title called Palworld? If not, just imagine Pokemon with guns. That's pretty much the gist of it. But a demake for the Nintendo DS? Now that's intriguing, and quite brave, to be honest. If only it were a real game.
Of course, this is but a tribute for entertainment purposes, courtesy of 64-bit. It comes complete with all the Palworld mechanics dialed down for the DS. It's a bit sad because if we get down to the nitty-gritty of things, there really is no way this could legally exist. I guess, for now, we can only dream. I mean, come on, it looks so good!
