Comix Zone – Sega Mega Drive (1995) Comix Zone is a unique “interactive comic book” beat ’em up that follows Sketch Turner, a starving artist who is sucked into the pages of his own creation by his villain, Mortus. The game is celebrated for its ground-breaking visual style, where gameplay takes place within hand-drawn comic…
Pickups: 320 – Peace Walker
Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker – Sony PSP (2010) Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker is a critically acclaimed stealth-action title that serves as a direct sequel to Snake Eater and a vital narrative bridge to Metal Gear Solid V. Set in 1974 Costa Rica, the game follows Big Boss as he develops his mercenary group,…
Pickups: 319 – Playstation Bundle
Fifa 13 – Sony Playstation Vita (2012) FIFA 13 for the Sony PlayStation Vita provides a comprehensive portable soccer experience, though it is famously known as a “Legacy Edition” that prioritizes updated rosters and kits over new technical features. The gameplay utilizes a hybrid control scheme that incorporates the Vita’s unique hardware, such as touch-panel…
Pickups: 318 – N64 Bundle
Superman 64 – Nintendo 64 (1999) Commonly cited as one of the most notorious “train wrecks” in gaming history, Superman: The New Superman Adventures (better known as Superman 64) was released in 1999 for the Nintendo 64. Based on Superman: The Animated Series, the story follows Lex Luthor as he traps Superman’s friends—Lois Lane, Jimmy…
Pickups: 317 – Japanese Mario Party
Mario Party 5 – Nintendo Gamecube (2003) (Japanese) Mario Party 5 is centred around a “dream” theme, taking place in the Dream Depot where the Star Guards from Paper Mario task Mario and friends with protecting everyone’s dreams. In the single-player Story Mode, players must defend these dreams by defeating the Koopa Kid Brigade and…
Pickups: 316 – Superstar Saga
Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga – Nintendo Game Boy Advance (2003) Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga revitalized the Mario RPG subgenre with its vibrant humor and innovative mechanics. The story begins when the nefarious Cackletta and her assistant Fawful steal Princess Peach’s voice, replacing it with explosives, which forces the Mario brothers to team up…
Pickups: 315 – Mario Plush
Super Mario Plush Soft Toys (2024) These plush toys were released in 2024. I already have the Mario plush, so these will go with him. Not quite sure what I will do with them, but If I am ever lucky enough to have a games room in the future, then I’m certain I can use…
Pickups: 314 – Japanese Shmups
Batsugun Saturn Tribute Boosted – Nintendo Switch (2023) Batsugun Saturn Tribute Boosted is a modern revival of the 1993 cult-classic vertical shooter that effectively pioneered the “bullet hell” genre. Developed by the legendary Toaplan, the game’s narrative follows the Skull Hornets, a group of resistance pilots launching a final, desperate counteroffensive against the tyrannical Gladebaran…
Pickups: 313 – Ninja Gaiden
Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound – Nintendo Switch (2025) Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is a high-octane 2D side-scrolling action game developed by The Game Kitchen (the team behind Blasphemous) that serves as a bridge between the classic 8-bit era and the modern 3D series. Set during the events of the original 1988 NES title, the story follows a…
Pickups: 312 – Evercade NEO Games
Neo-Geo Arcade 1 – Blaze Evercade (2025) The Neo-Geo Arcade 1 collection for the Blaze Evercade is a standout entry in the system’s “Arcade” line (numbered #16), bringing six iconic SNK titles to the platform in a physical, collectible format. Released in August 2025, this cartridge captures the high-end “Rolls Royce” feel of the original…
