Twinworld Game Reviews

19 MARCH, 2024 – Indie developer Hoochoo Game Studios and publisher Digerati are delighted to announce that quirky second-hand shop simulator No Umbrellas Allowed will be available to download on Nintendo Switch from 5th April, priced $19.99 USD. PlayStation and Xbox versions will follow at a later date (still TBC).

Already available on PC, No Umbrellas Allowed is set in a futuristic sci-fi dystopia where greed is a crime and the emotions of the populace are suppressed by a drug called ‘Fixer’, which is administered via rainfall. Through a series of strange events, the player finds themselves in the position of manager at a well known second-hand shop called Darcy’s.

By learning the tools and tricks of the trade – and with some help from a loud-mouthed robot assistant – players must earn money, raise the shop’s reputation, and pay off their debts, all while trying to avoid any unwanted attention from AVAC (Association for Victims of Avarice Crimes).

About the game

Welcome to your new job as store manager at Darcy’s – Ajik City’s most reputable second-hand shop. With a little help from your robot assistant, HUE, you will appraise, value, buy and sell a vast array of intriguing items.

But remember: there are no umbrellas allowed. AVAC will be watching…

Key Features

• EVALUATE: Customers will bring you a wide variety of items they want to sell, from the mundane to the marvelous. Use tools to discover an item’s true value: worthless junk or precious rarity?
• HAGGLE: Once you’ve decided an item’s value, you can negotiate a price for it. Try to strike a balance between keeping the customer happy and ensuring a deal is as profitable as possible for Darcy’s.
• PROFIT: Procured items can be displayed for sale in the shop’s showcase. The rule of Darcy’s is buy low, sell high. But don’t get too greedy. Ajik City is not the place for flagrant avarice.
• REPUTATION: Consistently offering good item appraisals, good recommendations, and good deals all positively raises the profile of Darcy’s and brings more customers into the shop. Be good at your job.
• UMBRELLAS: Strictly prohibited in Ajik City due to their ability to protect against Fixerain. Any umbrellas submitted to Darcy’s must be handed over to AVAC. Failure to comply will be punished.

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Berlin, 19th March 2024 – Calling all Cotton-fanatics and gaming terminology sticklers! ININ brings you a short guide to retro gaming terminology in anticipation of the upcoming release of the HD Remake of Rainbow Cotton, available digitally on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S & X, and PC Steam on May 9th 2024!

Read on to discover the differences between an emulation, remaster, and remake through the years of the OG ‘cute ‘em up’ bullet hell, the Cotton series.

Remake

The reimagining of epic proportions through the power of remakes. Rainbow Cotton is the epitome of this process, breathing new life into the original 2000 Dreamcast release of Rainbow Cotton with stunning visuals, innovative gameplay mechanics, an added local 2-player mode, and even more magic. It’s a journey into the retro past, but reinvented for the present.

This new release of Rainbow Cotton comes packed with many new witchy twists and upgrades. Delivering an even more immersive and visually stunning experience, taking you on an arcade-inspired journey through a whimsical world!

Read on to see some of the new features that the 2024 release of Rainbow Cotton includes.

• Bring on the Nostalgia: The Retro Mode allows you to experience the charm of the original Dreamcast version– as authentic as it can possibly be!
• Enhanced Gaming Experience: Revamped snap-back, lock-on targeting, controller rumble & speaker support, and more for a more luxurious gaming experience.
• Cotton’s New Look: Immerse yourself in the magic of the upgraded, stunning visuals!
• Dedicated Little Sibling Mode: Play as Cotton and Silk together with your Player 2 in this newly added local co-op mode!
• Team Sub or Team Dub?!: The fully animated cutscenes return in their original Japanese dubbing with translated English, French, Spanish, Italian, and German subtitles for your viewing pleasure!

Get on this magical ride and have a look at our fresh, new and offbeat video for Rainbow Cotton!

Remaster

As opposed to the remake, a remaster describes a – mostly visual – overhaul of a game. In other words: same gameplay, new look. Cotton Reboot is the HD deluxe remaster of the cult classic, Cotton: Fantastic Night Dreams. This HD remaster received a modern makeover with enhanced visuals, refined sound, and seamless gameplay. It’s a celebration of nostalgia with a contemporary twist.

Emulation/Port

Finally, let’s take a look at the 2021 release of Panorama Cotton. In this emulation, we faithfully recreated the original 1994 Sega Mega Drive experience for audiences to enjoy today. We essentially trick your console into believing itself to be an arcade machine to run the original SMD version—no gameplay changes, and no enhancements. Emulating a game is a testament to preserving gaming heritage while embracing the advancements of today’s technology.

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March 18th – Warsaw, Poland | QubicGames has announced that Multi Maze 3D by CrazyLabs will be released for the Nintendo Switch on March 22nd.

Spin the wheel to the right or left and guide the balls through the maze straight into the cup!

Wait, there’s more! This isn’t just about collecting balls but multiplying them and filling the cup to the brim. Prepare to be amazed, perform impressive manoeuvres, bouncing and collecting balls in a colourful frenzy!

Remember that you can always use boosters to duplicate your balls, remove unwanted gates, or add new ones by multiplying your balls times 2!

Can you handle the challenge of collecting as many balls as possible? Get ready for a thrilling journey through the maze of fun!

Features:

• Turn the wheel to move your colorful balls around
• Guide your balls through the multiplier gates to increase their number
• Lead them out of the maze straight into the cup
• Collect a minimum number of them to complete the level
• Change the skins of your colourful balls
• Spend blue gems to buy booster packs or to continue the level if you run out of balls
• Listen to the cheerful and relaxing music that sets the mood of the game

Spin the wheel maze and let the adventure begin!

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Pamplona, Spain – March 14th, 2023 – Maniac Panda Games and Catness Games are proud to announce that their upcoming 2.5D platformer/puzzler, about earth goddess Gaia’s quest to restore life to a post-apocalyptic earth, will be launching on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and Xbox platforms on March 28th for 17.99€ / $17.99. A digital pre-order price of 14.99€/ $14.99 will also apply between March 21st and 27th, for Xbox and Nintendo Switch. Utilizing the power of Unreal Engine 5, One Last Breath offers a rapturous world that’s equal parts wondrous and terrifying.

One Last Breath is a 2.5D platformer/puzzler wherein you play as Gaia, an earth goddess born from mother nature’s very last breath. Thrust into existence in a post-apocalyptic earth where mankind has all but vanished, it’s up to Gaia to restore life back to the planet. But be forewarned, as decades of pollution and greed have twisted the land into a hostile ruin full of deadly aberrations.

Gaia’s powers allow her to control the environment – such as creating paths using tree trunks or summoning vines to hang between gaps – which are used in a variety of puzzles. Throughout her journey she’ll visit abandoned factories filled with hazardous, man-made obstacles that are mysteriously still operational. This polluted landscape is crawling with mutants who will mercilessly hunt Gaia down, so you must be careful if you’re to restore the planet and uncover the truth about what happened to humanity.

“One Last Breath is a unique game exploring very real, urgent issues of climate change,” said Daniel Valdes, CEO at Maniac Panda Games. “That said, we didn’t set out to make a nihilistic, cynical game, but rather a message of hope and wonder, reminding players of the beauty of nature and how we’re at a crucial point in human history where we can still make a difference.”

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OSAKA, March 14, 2024 — DANGEN Entertainment and Manalith Studios announced today that Dungeon Drafters has been released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and Xbox digital stores. The long-awaited console release includes all content updates since the game’s initial release on PC, making it the BEST version yet.

Dungeon Drafters invites players to embark on an exciting mystery dungeon adventure unfolding in a realm where magic takes the form of cards, and cards wield enchanting powers. Players choose one of six adventurers with unique starting decks and dive into the secrets of ancient ruins, plunder elusive cards, and strategically use them to triumph over adversaries, on a mission to construct the fabled spell deck destined to rescue the world.

Players engage in exciting tile-based combat where they utilize their spell deck to unleash awe-inspiring combos with different archetypes to reshape the battlefield. Throughout their quest, they will hunt for rare cards, loot treasures and unlock runes, before returning to Adventurer’s Town to redeem booster packs, interact with NPCs, take on quests and play minigames as they prepare for their next daring expedition.

While they delve deeper into the labyrinthine dungeons and discover new lore, they must work toward building their character and perfecting their ultimate spell deck that will banish malevolence from the world forever.

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Gateshead, United Kingdom – March 14th, 2024 – Visit a delightful but dilapidated small town that you can help restore in Moonglow Bay when it sails onto PlayStation and Switch on April 11th. Thunderful, Coatsink and Bunnyhug’s cosy fishing RPG will also be getting new content for the launch, which will be released simultaneously on PC and Xbox. The update will introduce a new camera mode, a brand new questline and new decorations. Moonglow Bay is available to pre-order from 21st March in the Americas, Europe, Korea and Japan with a 25% pre-order discount.

In Moonglow Bay, you play as a rookie angler, struggling to fulfil your partner’s final wish, while the town around you attempts to keep afloat in the face of impending bankruptcy. With only a journal and rod in hand, you must explore the furthest reaches of the ocean to uncover the secrets of Moonglow Bay. Catch fish, cook your haul or show it off at the local aquarium, encounter mythical monsters, upgrade your ship, restore the town and build relationships by helping the locals, either alone, or via drop-in local co-op.

With the new update releasing alongside the PlayStation and Switch versions on April 11th, you can now gain a whole new perspective on Moonglow Bay with a camera mode that will let you see things from your character’s point of view. The camera is tied to a new questline that starts with you discovering and repairing it, before you are drawn into a mystery where you will help uncover the skeleton of a long lost sea creature, putting together its bones to figure out its legend. The update will also allow you to decorate your shabby shop, brightening it up with decorations and seating for your customers.

“We’re unbelievably excited to bring Moonglow Bay to new audiences on Switch and Playstation on April 11th” said creative director Zach Soares. “We’re also happy to be able to provide something new for fans on PC and Xbox who will get the free new update on the same day, giving them a fun new quest to delve into, along with a cool camera and some fun decorations!”

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13th of March, 2024. Today Japan crim Co., Ltd., is proud to announce that the 28th April, 2024 will see the release of ‘El Shaddai ASCENSION OF THE METATRON HD’ Remaster for the digital Nintendo Switch.

Developed by a hugely-talented, Tokyo-based team, headed by the legendary Sawaki Takeyasu (Devil May Cry), El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron, draws players into a rich storyline inspired by events in the Old Testament’s apocryphal ‘Book of Enoch.’ In the game, players take on the role of Enoch and must harness his natural combat skills to master a range of powerful and Heavenly weapons under the guidance of the watchful Archangels. Through a mesmerising combination of combat, 2D and 3D platforming, Enoch must deliver the souls of the Fallen Angels and spare the world from a great flood ordered by Heaven.

El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron combines many genre elements with its glorious anime style graphical presentation that changes dramatically as the player progresses through a totally mesmeric experience. What is offered within El Shaddai goes far beyond these confines in that action, strategy and platforming are just a few of the challenges and exciting dangers that unfold.

El Shaddai is all about its simple controls. You can experience the profound action by pressing a few buttons and the same goes to the in-game jump action and battle scenes. The intuitive controls can lead you to the best gaming experience throughout the game.

Improved Game Features for Switch

• Implemented Full HD support, improved framerate, optimized loading, and general optimization.
• The Switch version is visually more beautiful and fluid.
• included as bonus content are the post-ending novels “Lucifer’s Fall Chronicles of Ceta” and “El Shaddai ASCENSION OF THE METATRON ArtBook”.

12th March 2024: Indie publisher Ratalaika Games and Viridino Studios & Forsteri Studios are pleased to announce the release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Microsoft Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch on 15th March for ’Orion Haste’.  With its fast  paced action, prioritising intense run-and-gun gameplay it’s a must-play for both seasoned R&G enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre. Orion Haste blends classic elements reminiscent of titles like Contra with contemporary quality of life improvements.

Setting the Scene

Orion Haste, the game, transports the player to a distant future, casting them as a human soldier stationed at the Beta-Orionis Military Base (BOMB). Situated within the gravitational pull of the blue supergiant star Rigel, in the constellation of Orion, the base serves as humanity’s stronghold in the area.

Upon arrival at the station, the player discovers that it serves as the primary oxygen facility in Orion — an essential resource for human survival in the constellation. However, the station is under attack by the Ximpeti, an alien species residing on a rogue planet known as Xim.

The Ximpeti seek to sever humanity’s lifeline by destroying the oxygen supply, thereby eliminating humans from Orion. Aware of their inferior military capabilities compared to humans, the Ximpeti resort to underhanded tactics in their bid to claim the constellation’s riches. Their ultimate goal is to conquer Orion’s resources and subjugate the Aethra, forcing them into servitude.

Thus, the game unfolds as the player embarks on a mission to eradicate the Ximpeti threat from both the Aethra station and their home planet of Xim. Only by neutralising this threat can the future of humanity in Orion be secured.

Who me?

The player assumes the role of an unnamed elite human soldier stationed at the Beta-Orionis Military Base. Their mission is to eliminate the Ximpeti forces both from the Aethra space station and the rogue planet Xim. This action is necessary to ensure the continued prosperity of humanity within the Orion constellation.

On the Level

There are 7 levels on offer all presenting a variety of game objectives and challenges, from the landing site through to the refinery, onto the main facility, space ship and the games climatic finale, the castle.

The developer gave an insight into one of the levels – Landing Site,“ This marks the beginning of the player’s journey, serving as the designated landing point for spacecraft authorised to access the Aethra space station. The level presents a mix of outdoor and indoor segments, predominantly featuring an industrial aesthetic characterised by exhaust vents, pipelines, metallic beams, and crates. While designed to acquaint players with the core mechanics, it includes challenges such as navigating a pool of boiling liquid metal that periodically launches fiery projectiles, testing their platforming and combat skills.”

Haste Not – Get in there!

Orion Haste presents boss fights creating memorable gaming experiences. Each of the many bosses features an opening animation, unique design, taylor-made arena, and present the player with distinct challenges. Players must leverage all their skills to navigate through a barrage of projectiles, explosions, enemy spawns, and environmental threats unleashed by these adversaries. As bosses near defeat, they unveil new and more powerful attacks to catch the player off guard.

Weapons Galore

A neat array of weapons is on hand to utilise from plasma handguns to electro coils, laser rifles and rocket launchers so you will always have a powerful kick to retaliate and win the day.

Go Play!

Orion Haste offers a challenging experience without the frustration of limited credits or restarting from the beginning. For instance, players have the flexibility to postpone the completion of certain levels and revisit them later to progress further into the game. The game was also crafted with modern hardware in mind, delivering levels and boss fights optimised for widescreen resolutions.

Additionally, players can expect action-packed segments, featuring hoverbikes and even a shmup sequence aboard their B.O.M.B spacecraft as they travel to the planet Xim. With over 20 common enemy types, 2 mini-bosses, 7 formidable bosses, and environmental hazards, not forgetting speed run mode and a lot more to feast your eyes and ears!

A dynamic gaming experience that encourages the player to adapt and strategize to overcome each challenge that awaits!

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March 11th – Warsaw, Poland | QubicGames has announced that Infantry Attack by Voodoo will be released for the Nintendo Switch on March 15.

Enemy troops, such as infantry, helicopters, tanks, warplanes, and drones, are coming for you! Jump on the machine gun and shoot them all!

You’re not doing war alone. Your squad is here to help you:

• Explosive Expert with an RPG rocket launcher to deal tremendous damage to military vehicles
• Rifleman who will shoot at a high range on the open battlefield
• Grenadier who specializes in fighting all ground units.

You are in charge of the machine gun to clear the battlefield, which is highly addictive and enjoyable!

Missions will take place in different warzones, and you will need to adapt your shooting strategy depending on the battlefield: city, desert, jungle, forest, airport, and many more! Be on the frontline of the battleground or take to the air to shoot enemies from the helicopter!

Beware! Combat will be challenging, and enemies will become stronger over time, so upgrading your guns won’t be enough. Level up teammates and prepare your military crew for shooting waves of soldiers!

Features:

• Defend the country against enemy soldiers
• Fight along your military crew and defeat the opponent’s army on multiple warzones
• Upgrade your loadout to win the war
• Use modern war weapons: machine guns, rocket launchers and drones
• Fight and kill bosses!
• Easy controls and realistic graphics for intense action

Do you have what it takes to free your country from invaders and win the war?

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