Games like Retro Tech News Magazine - Issue 1 (summer 2023)

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

68% User Score Based on 171 reviews

Commodore 64 Emulator If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to C64.emu (C64 Emulator).

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, monetization

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music

68% User Score Based on 6,796 reviews

Retro games and emulators on your device! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RetroArch.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

85% User Score Based on 93 reviews

The Dark Legions is a 3d real-time strategy game in the medieval ages. You can command your army and build your empire through story driven missions. Or you can prove your strength against computer players, on randomly generated missions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dark Legions.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

87% User Score Based on 37 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 10 reviews

Retro game fans rejoice! Neogeo Pocket Color Selection vol.1: Steam Edition is SNK's legendary handheld console dream collection, containing 10 handheld defining classics, is coming to Steam! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neogeo Pocket Color Selection Vol.1.

Encerrada en una fría celda en una isla, no recuerdas desde cuándo estás allí, pero hoy todo va a cambiar. ERINIA es un relato interactivo programado inicialmente en PAWS para ordenadores ZX Spectrum. Escribe AYUDA en cualquier momento del juego para recibir unas indicaciones básicas. El 1/12/2023 se subió la versión DAAD de la aventura, que ahora es multiplataforma, para AMSTRAD CPC, ZX Spectrum… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Erinia (2020).

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay

72% User Score Based on 1,460 reviews

A fast, full-featured GB/GBC emulator with link cable emulation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My OldBoy! Lite.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

91% User Score Based on 2,614 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

You play an Uplink Agent who makes a living by performing jobs for major corporations. Your tasks involve hacking into rival computer systems, stealing research data, sabotaging other companies, laundering money, erasing evidence, or framing innocent people. You use the money you earn to upgrade your computer systems, and to buy new software and tools. As your experience level increases you find m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Uplink.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding

82% User Score Based on 133 reviews

Terexin, leader of the Council of Wizards, is sending the young sorcerer, Hocus, on a special mission to prove his worthiness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hocus Pocus.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay

68% User Score Based on 257 reviews

GAMES POWERED BY S2ENGINE ON STEAM IMPORTANT FOR DUAL GRAPHICS SYSTEMSIf you have a PC equiped with an Integrated Intel graphics and a discrete NVIDIA or AMD graphics it is probably that S2Engine will not start. This is due to the fact that Operating System (Windows) automatically set the preferred graphics processor the integrated one, so all applications that aren't in the list of recognized … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to S2ENGINE HD.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

93% User Score Based on 16,087 reviews

Lossless Scaling allows you to scale windowed games to full screen using the state-of-the-art scaling algorithms, as well as use ML based proprietary scaling and frame generation. Frame generation options: LSFG Scaling options: LS1 AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution NVIDIA Image Scaling Integer Scaling Nearest Neighbor xBR Anime4K Sharp Bilinear Bicubic CAS The latest feature allows you to use Lossle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lossless Scaling.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

78% User Score Based on 948 reviews

Critic Score 69%Based on 2 reviews

Emulate your favorite arcade games in an environment engrossed with retro realism and extremely detailed surroundings. Be filled with nostalgia and realise what arcade life felt like back in the 80’s/early 90’s. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to New Retro Arcade: Neon.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

86% User Score Based on 472 reviews

Experience a blast from the past with the complete, completely twisted Space Quest Collection. Contains all 6 games with only the VGA version of the 1st game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Quest Collection.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

74% User Score Based on 1,286 reviews

Become a hacker and build your online reputation to the top by discovering a simplified and enjoyable version of real-life hacking methods. Complete contracts, buy new programs, upgrade your computer, crack wifi networks and infiltrate peoples or companies online systems. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hacker Simulator.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics

79% User Score Based on 156 reviews

Build rigs to mine Bitcoin, Ethereum and other cryptocurrency. Trade on the market to grow wealth. Expand your business into new offices. Hire skilled employees and assign tasks. Use cash from your mega farms to research new technologies and reach the goal of each scenario. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crypto Miner Tycoon Simulator.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

95% User Score Based on 1,565 reviews

Critic Score 100%Based on 1 reviews

The year is 1997. You used to be a hacker, but now you have the phage. You made a deal: one hack, one dose. There’s nothing left to lose… except your life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EXAPUNKS.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

A summer themed retro style 2D platformer, where you play as "Sunny", an adorable and adventurous penguin with a watergun! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Sunny Island.

Say hello to the Sprite32!, the premier microcomputer from First Rate Embedded Microsystems (FREM), designed for the 1985 home computer market. Play, learn, and experiment with programming in the Sprite32! microcomputer sandbox. Use the high-level FREMScript programming language to write programs, create dynamic pixel art, and experiment with audio generation. Take a trip back in time to the earl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FREM Sprite32!.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization

88% User Score Based on 43 reviews

A game about building emulators! Implement your own NEEES core in JavaScript, get instant feedback with unit/video tests, build the graphics unit in real time, learn 6502 assembly, debug test ROMs, and have fun with the included homebrew games! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EmuDevz.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

67% User Score Based on 1,582 reviews

Vanguard Princess Director's Cut features uncensored content demanded by longtime Vanguard Princess fans. Play Vanguard Princess as it was originally intended. Recommended for mature audiences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vanguard Princess.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story

68% User Score Based on 172 reviews

The most complete ZX Spectrum & Sam Coupe emulator for Android. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Speccy - ZX Spectrum Emulator.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

92% User Score Based on 834 reviews

Video effects (a.k.a shaders) for video game emulators. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Emulator Shaders.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

82% User Score Based on 296 reviews

Hardware Engineers is a simulation game where you have to manage a IT business. In a world where technology expands every day, you will need to learn how to be competitive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hardware Engineers.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, humor

85% User Score Based on 2,208 reviews

Ever wanted to feel like a hacker? Welcome to the Lonely Hacker! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lonely Hacker.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization

73% User Score Based on 1,060 reviews

MAME4droid emulates arcade games supported by original MAME 0.139u1. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MAME4droid (0.139u1).

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

69% User Score Based on 410 reviews

Leadwerks Game Engine: Professional Edition gives you full access to our C++ API for ultimate performance, and compatibility with third-party libraries. Use Visual Studio Express and Code::Blocks to write games with Leadwerks in pure C++. Learn to Make Your Own Royalty-Free Games We provide tons of documentation and video tutorials walking you through the steps to build your own 3D games. Leadwerk… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Leadwerks Game Engine.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

96% User Score Based on 707 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

The Elephant Collection remasters ten of jmtb02’s classic blue elephant games into one mammoth-sized package! From puzzle platformers to rapid-fire arcade games, this collection of ten Armor Games classics is tied together by a new overarching metanarrative. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Elephant Collection.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

74% User Score Based on 130 reviews

Back to where it all started — the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Trilogy, one of the most visionary and groundbreaking survival first-person-shooters of all time returns. Now upscaled, enhanced must-play journey for a new generation. S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is the prequel chapter of the Legends of the Zone Trilogy. With the ability to directly influence the balance of power through Faction Wars, step into th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky - Enhanced Edition.

F4_32 free (connect four) Since 22 copies of the free demo of this game have been downloaded and the full version was not purchased, no one has been able to challenge the computer and see other options (reduced version in the demo). So I decided to publish the game in "free or donate" mode. This version is complete and without limitations. It is free, but if you want you can make a small donat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to F4_32 (Connect four).

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics

40% User Score Based on 258 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 2 reviews

Here's your chance to make it big in the Big Apple... New York City, the city that never sleeps! Go for broke building your own Manhattan empire, creating and customising over 100 types of major businesses: run a hot nightclub, oversee a media conglomerate, open a lucrative Broadway theatre - the choices are endless. As your success grows, so will your reputation - you'll be the toast of Manhattan… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tycoon City: New York.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, music

74% User Score Based on 1,180 reviews

Experience Windows 7 right on your Android device If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Win7 Simu.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

98% User Score Based on 84 reviews

Become the best version of yourself.Become lean, athletic and insanely fit with Boot Camp Fitness! The ultimate cardio and bodyweight program, complete with an increasing number of exercise variations to follow along to for men and women as the game develops. Unlock rewards such as new exercise locations and climb the boot camp ranks, as you become fitter, leaner and stronger. Do you have what i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boot Camp Fitness.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay

71% User Score Based on 104 reviews

Fritz Chess 14 is the most comprehensive chess program in the world. Whether you are new to the game or a Grandmaster, FRITZ 14 is suitable for all skill levels. The top-ranked Fritz Chess engine adjusts its playing strength automatically, offers coaching at all levels, explanation of chess positions, color coded danger warnings, openings statistics, automatic game analysis and training modules f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fritz Chess 14.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

96% User Score Based on 48 reviews

Guide Alice, cat astronaut extraordinaire, to the top of the building without being caught by the vicious Space Mice. The original version of this vertically-scrolling maze game was released in September 1981 for the PC-8001. It was designed by Takanari Suzuki, Japan’s first star game creator. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SPACE MOUSE 35th Anniversary edition.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

86% User Score Based on 1,524 reviews

The renowned Mega Man Battle Network series is back! Vol. 1 contains Mega Man Battle Network 1-3, including both versions of Mega Man Battle Network 3 for a total of four titles, plus additional features like a gallery of illustrations and music! In addition, online play is supported! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol.1.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story

88% User Score Based on 660 reviews

This is a desktop mascot that can be placed anywhere on your desktop to bring more fun to your desktop If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desktop Kanojo.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

97% User Score Based on 1,782 reviews

The ULTIMATE collection of Doom engine source ports in one app! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Delta Touch [9 x Doom engines].

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

90% User Score Based on 341 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

"It's Spring Again" - an educational game for children ages two and up. It uses game mechanics to teach children about the seasons. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to It's Spring Again.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

91% User Score Based on 381 reviews

3dSen PC breathes new life into your favorite NES games by magically converting it into 3D and letting you play in realtime If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 3dSen.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

91% User Score Based on 3,076 reviews

Lead the great armies of the Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones saga in intense real-time strategy clashes. Enter the fray as the Galactic Empire, Rebel Alliance, Wookies, Trade Federation, Gungans or Royal Naboo to determine the course of the Galactic Civil War. Expand the battlefield with the Clone Campaigns addon. Choose to play as the breakaway Confederacy of Independent Systems or th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STAR WARS™ Galactic Battlegrounds Saga.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

59% User Score Based on 54 reviews

With Railroad X you can build complex railway worlds and it is possible to control trains as a train driver. You can control the entire rail traffic with a sophisticated signal system. Build train consists from steam, diesel and electric locomotives, passenger and freight cars. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Railroad X.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

95% User Score Based on 5,891 reviews

RollerCoaster Tycoon Deluxe takes you for a ride in the original RollerCoaster Tycoon and its expansion packs, Corkscrew Follies and Loopy Landscapes. Create the ultimate theme park using a variety of coaster types with giant loops and barrel rolls and in-park attractions like suspended monorails and water-soaked plume rides. Selectable themes for your park include Ice World, Medieval, and Martian… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RollerCoaster Tycoon: Deluxe.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

94% User Score Based on 158 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

An interactive encyclopedia for kids and their parents. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Mouse's Encyclopedia.

39%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

39% User Score Based on 656 reviews

Hack_me is a hacker simulator game. The main objective in game – is to hack big companies's servers to show people that there is nothing in this world that protected on 100%. You’ll need to use your cmd, bruteforce, SQL-injectors and other programs to hack servers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to hack_me.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

96% User Score Based on 1,507 reviews

====================================================== A fan game based on the puzzle game from  the hypercasual-UI game Progressbar95.  ====================================================== If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BarOS Puzzle.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

96% User Score Based on 1,078 reviews

The New World lies before you with all its peril, promise and infinite possibility. Your colonists anxiously follow you to shore. The treasures of an entire continent await you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sid Meier's Colonization.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

79% User Score Based on 81 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 2 reviews

THE LAST BLADE, the first entry in the legendary 2D weapons-based fighter set during the twilight years of the Tokugawa shogunate, returns for another joust! Sharpen your blade, and be ready for some of the most epic battles! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE LAST BLADE.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, graphics

90% User Score Based on 1,394 reviews

GameMaker has everything you need to take your idea from concept to finished game. With a fresh user interface and many new exciting features including; Real-Time Animation Editing, a new innovative workflow and seamless path from Drag and Drop to actual code, developing top quality games has never been easier! Featuring a powerful programming language for professionals, and a drag-and-drop no-co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GameMaker.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

99% User Score Based on 14,950 reviews

Aseprite is a pixel art tool that lets you create 2D animations for videogames. Features Compose sprites using layers & frames as separated concepts Create images in RGBA or Indexed color modes Open/Save GIF animations, sequence of PNG files, etc. A timeline where you can copy/move layers, frames, or specific images Animation tools: Real-time animation preview, onion skinning, tag frames Pixel art… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aseprite.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

88% User Score Based on 262 reviews

Puzzler World brings over 1200 puzzles of 8 popular puzzle types to your PC. Conceptis picture logic puzzle fans will be happy to know that in addition to Crossword, Wordsearch, Fitword, Sudoku, Codeword, Spot the Difference and Silhouette puzzles, Puzzler World also offers 83 Conceptis Link-a-Pix available in sizes of 10x10, 20x20 and 25x25. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Puzzler World.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization

93% User Score Based on 2,000 reviews

Commander Keen: Invasion of the Vorticons: Episode 1: Marooned on Mars (Dec. 14th 1990) Episode 2: The Earth Explodes (1991) Episode 3: Keen Must Die! (1991) Commander Keen's very first adventure, and the debut of id's groundbreaking side-scrolling technology. In the game you play the role of Commander Keen: the alter-ego of an eight year-old genius by the name of Billy Blaze. When Billy learns t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Commander Keen.