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Early Impressions of "The New Zealand Story" Remade by Commodore Aren't Looking Good









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As we recently reported, Commodore (not that one, the other one) has just remade Taito's iconic 1988 platformer The NewZealand Story for Steam, and now that the game is available, we're seeing some early impressions hit the web – and they're far from promising.
Ant / Tepidsnake has given an excellent breakdown of where the remake goes wrong, and it's quite a depressing thread.
"This is more a case of a game that's imitating an old game but with almost no understanding of how that old game works or what's good about it," begins the thread, before picking apart issues with collision detection, maps that haven't been changed to take into account new mechanics, missing elements from stages, hazards which blend with background detail and much, much more. Even the much-hyped new content fails to hit the mark.
"I know it's vague, but this remake is just soulless, not a soulful bone in its body," adds ...

Article : https://www.timeextension.com/news/2026/02/this-remake-is-just-soulless-early-impressions-of-the-newzealand-story-untold-adventure-arent-looking-good
Steam link : https://store.steampowered.com/app/4193730/THE_NEWZEALAND_STORY_Untold_Adventure/ or https://www.play-asia.com/the-newzealand-story-untold-adventure/13/70jobf

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Sega Mania Magazine: Issue 10 available either to preorder on SEGA Mania website or via Kickstarter



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SEGA Mania: "After our successful funding of Issue 9, we’re back with our 10th issue to celebrate our 5 year anniversary.
Following Issue 9, this issue dives into the the second half of 1996 – the final twilight of the Mega Drive. We’re deep into the Saturn era and we'll be covering the last of the Mega Drive and 32X games before going full 32-bit in issue 11."

Links :
http://www.sega-mania.com/
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/segamaniacollection/sega-mania-magazine-issue-10

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Wonder Boy Anniversary Collection is now 50% off in the Nintendo eShop!
Sale ends March 25, 2026








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Fast and Fun-Packed Games of Skill and Timing!

One SEGA icon.
Six perfect games.
21 different versions!

There has never been a Wonder Boy collection quite like this!

Link : https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/wonder-boy-anniversary-collection-switch/

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Introducing Sega Hardware's T-shirt featuring the traditional technique "Sagala Embroidery," characterized by its soft three-dimensional effect and pleasant texture!







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Sequential release starting from 9 AM on March 21st (Sat) at Don Quijote and Apita stores nationwide!

🆕 Participating stores are here
https://donki.com/products/sega_sl5/

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SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance  | "SEGA Villains Stage DLC" Animated Trailer
+ Free Update; Coming on April 3rd!








https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZfm5bPMmY0

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Alongside the DLC release on April 3rd, SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance will also receive a free update patch. The patch will add a “Hardcore Mode” and combat system adjustments, and includes updates to character outlines, map and tutorial display features.
The SEGA Villains Stage DLC is included with purchase of the Digital Deluxe Edition of the game and will take players through exciting new stages featuring stunning worlds inspired by beloved SEGA franchises.
The DLC will include:...


Article : https://segabits.com/blog/2026/03/18/shinobi-art-of-vengeance-sega-villains-stage-dlc-trailer-revealed-free-update-coming-on-april-3rd/

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Jaleco Arcade Collection Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 announced for PC

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X99McVGbJ9A

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzsMj_q4xdA







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Two collections. 32 Jaleco classics.

Jaleco Arcade Collection Vol. 1 Featured Titles

Aeroboto (Formation Z)
The Astyanax (The Lord of King)
City Connection
Cybattler
Field Combat
Naughty Boy
P-47: The Freedom Fighter
Pig’s & Bomber’s
Saint Dragon
Shingen Samurai-Fighter
Other titles will be announced in due course. Please stay tuned!

Jaleco Arcade Collection Vol. 2 Featured Titles

Argus
Avenging Spirit (Phantasm)
Earth Defense Force (E.D.F.)
Exerion
Iga Ninjutsu Den
Makai Densetsu
Plus Alpha
Pop Flamer
Rod Land
Soldam
Other titles will be announced in due course. Please stay tuned!

Key Features

- Choose between multiple game regions, including Japanese and overseas versions.
- Rewind gameplay at any time using the ...

Article : https://www.gematsu.com/2026/03/jaleco-arcade-collection-vol-1-and-vol-2-announced-for-pc

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