For over 10 years prior to the launch of their N64 system, Nintendo sat fairly comfortably as the top dog in the video game console market. That all began to change by the mid-90s, however. Following Sega and Sony's (then) next-gen console face-off throughout much of 1995, Nintendo somewhat controversially opted to wait until the following year to release their own competing hardware. One of the main reasons for this decision was so that they could allow enough time for a sufficient pipeline of software titles to be ready to support the console (and not wind up in the same embarrassing predicament Sega had with their premature launch of the Saturn). While the delay did likely hurt them a bit with regard to potential sales lost, it also ensured that the N64 would make a strong impact when it did finally arrive (the lack of which for the Saturn no doubt contributed to that console's early demise).

Even though the official US launch date for the Nintendo 64 was intended to be Sunday, September 29th, 1996, as advertised, the vast majority of retailers broke that release date and began selling them before the start of the weekend. Following its successful launch, the Nintendo 64 achieved modest success throughout its life. The the decision to stick with cartridges in the age of the compact disc, along with a slight lack of third-party support, would cause Nintendo's system to be pretty handily outsold by Sony's PlayStation console. However, the Saturn's early departure from the field, combined with an absolute wealth of outstanding first and second-party titles, still solidified the Nintendo 64 as both an unquestionable success for Nintendo, as well as an object of great affection for Nintendo fans and gamers everywhere. 

Well, we're nearly three weeks into September, and that means it's about to be autumn, here in the Northern Hemisphere. But in case you wanted to hang on to that summer feeling for just a little while longer, Crytek has you covered with a beautiful-looking return to the lush jungles and crystal blue waters of the Lingshan Islands in their newly-refreshed first-person shooter classic, Crysis (Remastered). It's the legend you love, now with even better graphics (and this time around you don't have to worry about whether or not your system can handle it because it's on consoles now).

Also out in the last three weeks, an apparently limited-time three-in-one package of 3D Mario classics; a Steam port of the 4th entry in the scary good Disgaea series; and a pretty gnarly remaster of the first two titles of the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater franchise. Adapt, Engage, Survive, then jump past the break to see more new releases from the last 21 days.

It's a crying shame but we haven't seen any former GameCube exclusives get ported anywhere in a pretty long time. Thankfully though, that all changed this week when Square Enix finally decided to release a remaster of their solid 2004 Final Fantasy spin-off, Crystal Chronicles. As you'd expect, the remaster features enhanced graphics and additional features, as well as online play (as opposed to the somewhat wonky Game Boy Advance-required multiplayer of the GameCube original).

Also out in the last six weeks, a Steam version of last year's Remedy hit, Control; another exciting new installment to the Wasteland series; and a Steam port of the fantastic 2017 PlayStation 4 exclusive, Horizon - Zero Dawn. Join a crystal caravan, then jump past the break to see more new releases from the last 42 days.

The Covid-19 pandemic has made 2020 anything but typical. With nearly every major public event cancelled, it's no surprise that E3 would be among the casualties. Yet, despite there not being an actual Electronic Entertainment Expo this year, that didn't stop the big players from still making their obligatory mid-year gaming announcements. So, E3 or no, we've still got plenty of great information to round up for you.

Well, it's finally here. One of the most highly anticipated games of the year has arrived. Ghost of Tsushima. A samurai game of epic proportions from Sony's talented Sucker Punch studio. Though you've probably heard of them from their  Infamous and Sly Cooper series, Ghost of Tsushima looks like it might just be there best work yet.

Also out in the last month, a pretty great-looking new entry in the alway enjoyable Paper Mario series; a sequel to 2018's Castlevania-inspired action platformer, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon, and a console release of 2018's enjoyable action RPG, CrossCode. A Storm is coming. Jump past the break to see more new releases from the last 28 days.

Well, the world hasn't devolved into total apocalypse just yet so why not experience the after-effects of a virtual one in The Last of Us Part II? Sequel to the 2013 Naughty Dog original, as well as one of the very best titles ever to come out for the PlayStation 3, Part II looks to have some pretty big shoes to fill. Thankfully though it seems to be pretty well up to the task. Never let it be said that Naughty Dog isn't consistent(ly good).

Also out in the last three weeks, a Nintendo console port of the arcade version of a Nintendo console classic, Vs Baseball; a console port of the arcade version of the legendary 4-player Konami Western, Sunset Riders; and a PC port of the legendary Neo-Geo arcade fighter, The Last Blade 2. Experience the consequences of Ellie's vengeance, then jump past the break to see more new releases from the last 21 days.

Well, it's the end of May and this month has shaped up to be a pretty decent one for Nintendo fans. First, there was the big announcement about a new Paper Mario game coming in July. Then, we received a multi-platform remaster of a previously Wii U-exclusive title from PlatinumGames; and this week finally saw the arrival of the highly-anticipated Switch remake of the Wii and (New) 3DS critical darling, Xenoblade Chronicles. Here's hoping June can keep the excitement going.

Also out in the past four weeks, a brand new entry in WayForward's generally excellent Shantae series; and an intriguing new multiplayer action-RPG set in the Minecraft universe. I'm really feeling it! Jump past the break to see more new releases from the last 28 days.

The crime rate is rising and law and order are dying, so return to the streets of rage as Axel or Blaze (amongst others) and restore order like only they can. Streets of Rage 4 is the extremely welcome, long overdue follow-up to the legendary Genesis beat 'em up trilogy. This entry brings the series a fresh art style, some new tunes, and a few thoughtful updates to the mostly otherwise classic gameplay. We aren't sure yet whether or not this entry is exactly what we would have had in mind but we are, nevertheless, very grateful it exists.

Also out in the past four weeks, a brand new, tactical-focused entry in the (nearly) always fantastic Gears of War series; a much-anticipated remake of the longtime Japan exclusive, Trials of Mana; and one part of the (also) much-anticipated Final Fantasy VII remake. You know punks are dying when bare knuckles start flying. Jump past the break to see more new releases from the last 28 days.

Well, the Resident Evil 3 remake is finally out and we're pretty stoked about it. Even if the timing is a little inconvenient. After all, not everybody may be in the mood right now to play a virtual survivor scrounging for basic essentials in a city that has been turned upside down by a highly infectious virus. As great fans of the series though, we're willing to look past all that.

Also out in the past three weeks, the latest incredible-looking entry to the Doom franchise (along with it's Nintendo 64-installment predecessor); a much-appreciated GOG release of The King of Fighters XIV; and a long-overdue HD remake of the original Saturn classic, Panzer Dragoon. Face your fears, then jump past the break to see more new releases from the last 21 days.