Author: Retrolike News
Arc System Works has released a curated digital album titled Echo of the Rulers, now available on major streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music. The album went live late July, and draws from the world of Guilty Gear -Strive- with a focus on character-driven storytelling through music. The compilation centers around Unika, a character introduced in the Guilty Gear -Strive- anime series that aired earlier this year. Each track is tied to a narrative moment in her story arc, making the album a concept-driven selection rather than a full OST release. Characters featured include Ky, Dizzy, Bridget, Ramlethal, Jack-O’,…
During the July 31 2025 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, Square Enix unveiled two HD‑2D RPG projects headed to Switch 2 and other platforms. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, planned for 2026, already offers a playable demo on Switch 2. Its narrative follows Elliott and fairy companion Faie exploring ruins across time‑twisted realms. The second title, Octopath Traveler 0, releases December 4, 2025, for Switch and Switch 2, introduces a custom protagonist creator and hometown rebuilding feature. Returning mechanics include Path Actions, Break and Boost systems, and the classic HD‑2D art style. Both titles expand on retro pixel aesthetics combined with deep RPG mechanics.…
The new Atari 2600 PAC‑MAN Edition puts a modern spin on a classic console. At its core is the “PAC‑MAN: Double Feature” cartridge, which includes two games in one package. The first is the original 1982 Atari 2600 version of PAC‑MAN, and the second is a newly developed PAC‑MAN 7800 title that uses Atari 7800 hardware. Players will find the familiar dot‑eating and ghost‑chasing gameplay alongside updated controls designed for today’s televisions. The console itself arrives in PAC‑MAN’s distinctive yellow color and features character icons printed on the front. It outputs via HDMI and offers a widescreen display option so it works with modern TVs.…