October 26, 2024

56. Halloween 2024

Prepare for ghastly giggles and retro chills in our Halloween episode! We’re spotlighting spine-tingling new titles: Hermano and Cryo Hazard on Gameboy, where eerie survival is a must, Dr.Dangerous on the Amiga, and Darkula (Amstrad CPC), alongside Pump Kid on the VIC 20! With creepy Halloween snacks, tales of karting mayhem, and the haunting trials of vintage tech (beware, the haunted microphone!), this episode is packed with eerie games and Halloween treats for retro fans everywhere!

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  • Hermano
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    55.00 EUR
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    A Halloween-themed adventure awaits in this Game Boy platformer by the Pat Morita Team. The story opens on Dia de los Muertos, as a young man mourns his brother, only for the brother’s skeleton to be resurrected and immediately kidnapped by a creature. Playing as the resurrected sibling, the player embarks on a journey through spooky landscapes, dodging ghouls and solving puzzles to rescue his brother. With its striking visuals and atmospheric storyline, the game achieved top honors in a Game Boy competition for its graphics and technical design, perfectly capturing the eerie, heartfelt mood of the day. This unique combination of Halloween horror and platforming makes for a memorable retro experience

  • Cryo Hazard
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    Name your own price
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    A chilling, short-form adventure crafted for the Game Boy, this sci-fi tale drops players into the shoes of an amnesiac character trapped in a cryo chamber. Equipped with only basic controls, the player must explore the mysterious environment while managing life points and minimal inventory tools, introducing elements of both exploration and survival. The dark atmosphere, reminiscent of classic sci-fi horror, pairs well with the Game Boy’s graphical limitations, immersing players in an eerie, suspenseful escape story that’s rich in mystery despite its brief playtime

  • Dr. Dangerous: Secrets of the Temple of Xol'Tan
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    Name your own price
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    Set in the depths of the Amazon, this Amiga platformer presents a thrilling jungle adventure as the titular Dr. Dangerous fights to survive inside a haunted lab. Navigating a world filled with flying eyeballs, skeletons, and deadly traps, players must rely on Dr. Dangerous’s hazmat suit to withstand the lab’s toxic threats. The game pays homage to Amiga classics, requiring some expansions for full functionality and offering a retro design that’s sure to delight fans, it’s a well-designed challenge that rewards timing, reflexes, and dedication for retro platformer lovers

  • Darkula

    In this arcade-inspired Amstrad CPC game, players control a Dracula-like character on a mission to darken an amusement park by collecting light bulbs. Enemies, like bouncing spiders and fire-throwing goblins, add layers of difficulty, while a timed gameplay element raises the stakes. Although its Amstrad CPC version has a few collision sensitivity quirks, the game’s blend of arcade classics like Bubble Bobble and Snow Bros keeps the action fresh and fun, making it a must-play for high-score chasers and those who crave an arcade-style Halloween challenge

  • Pumpkid
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    Free
    | Get it here

    This fast paced VIC-20 puzzle game challenges players with a spooky twist: a child turned into a pumpkin by the witch Hazel must navigate treacherous levels to escape her clutches. Tough obstacles and classic graphics create a hardcore experience that stays true to the VIC-20’s retro roots, appealing to those who enjoy precision-based gameplay. The game’s escalating difficulty invites players to embrace its old-school charm, ideal for those looking for a Halloween treat mixed with classic platformer frustration