September 2020

September 29, 2020 Reviews au Courant

Review: Bartlow's Dread Machine

Bartlow's Dread Machine is a delight. It's a stunningly fresh take on the shoot 'em up genre that is ready to impress every step of the way. From the incredible set pieces to the creative enemies to t...
September 28, 2020 Game Over

Story Breakdown: Bug! & Bug Too! (Saturn)

Episode #107 - It's hard to believe now, but when the Sega Saturn launched 25 years ago, Sonic and Tails were nowhere to be found. In their place was a virtual free-for-all of original IPs all vying for the same sli...
September 27, 2020 DG News

DG NEWS: Bethesda Sale, Sexy Princess Peach & More!

Episode #15 - If it's Sunday, then it's Defunct Games News. Join host Lorne Riseley as he uncovers this week's biggest news stories, including Microsoft buying Bethesda for $7.5 billion, an erotic Princess Peach ga...
September 25, 2020 Reviews au Courant

Review: Tamarin

Tamarin is not just a crummy 3D platformer, it's also one of the worst third-person shooters you'll ever play. It may have been developed by industry veterans, but this unfocused mess of a game is ama...
September 23, 2020 Reviews au Courant

Review: Twin Breaker: A Sacred Symbols Adventure

Fans of games like Breakout and Arkanoid will find a lot to like in this newest iteration. Twin Breaker: A Sacred Symbols Adventure shakes things up by turning the brick-breaking into a dual-stick aff...
September 22, 2020 Reviews au Courant

Review: Art of Rally

Don't let the simple graphics and overhead perspective fool you, because Art of Rally is one of the best and most robust racing games of the year. This is a stylish and expertly-crafted love letter to...
September 20, 2020 DG News

DG NEWS: Sony Reveals PlayStation 5 Price, Games & More

Episode #14 - If it's Sunday, then it's Defunct Games News! Join host Lorne Riseley as he recaps everything you need to know about the PlayStation 5. He'll be looking at the price, release date, games, ads and how ...
September 18, 2020 Know the Game

Take the Ultimate (and Very Dumb) Gamer Quiz

Episode #17 - Lorne Riseley hosts The Ultimate Gamer Quiz! Are you a video game virtuoso or a software Smiffy? Put your gaming knowledge to the test with this epic quiz!

10 Questions, all multip...
September 16, 2020 Reviews au Courant

Review: The Suicide of Rachel Foster

With a blizzard outside and the nearest person miles away, The Suicide of Rachel Foster has the perfect recipe for a freaky horror game. Unfortunately, the slow pace and technical problems will leave ...
September 14, 2020 Game Over

Story Breakdown: Mega Man 1 - 6 (NES)

Episode #106 - If you grew up playing the Nintendo Entertainment System, then you already know that the classic 8-bitter was home to some major franchises. You had Super Mario Bros., Ninja Gaiden, Castlevania, Contr...
September 13, 2020 DG News

DG NEWS: Xbox Series X Price/Date & Genesis Shooters Return!...

Episode #13 - If it's Sunday, it's Defunct Games News. Join host Lorne Riseley as he unravels the week's biggest news stories, including Microsoft revealing the release date and price for both the Xbox Series X and...
September 11, 2020 Reviews au Courant

Review: Inertial Drift

If you're one of those people who doesn't think Ridge Racer has enough drifting, then Inertial Drift is the game for you. This throwback racing game comes to life with a cool art design, hip cast and ...
September 09, 2020 Know the Game

Take the Ultimate PlayStation Quiz

Episode #16 - (E)NOS LIVES!! Defunct Games celebrates the 25th anniversary of the original PlayStation by taking the Ultimate PlayStation Quiz, at least according to the internet. Released in America on September 9...
September 08, 2020 Reviews au Courant

Review: Spinch

One look is all you need to know that Spinch is not like most side-scrolling platformers. This is not only a well-paced game that is constantly throwing new ideas and enemies at the player, but it's a...
September 07, 2020 Game Over

Story Breakdown: Mortal Kombat Mythologies - Sub Zero (PlayS...

Episode #105 - This week marks the 25th anniversary of Sony's very first home console -- the PlayStation. Released on the 9th of September here in North America, this little 32-bitter was home to some truly groundbr...
September 03, 2020 Reviews au Courant

Review: Jessika

Although it won't be for everybody, Jessika offers a compelling mystery that is punctuated by a powerful message. Digging through this troubled woman's diaries uncovers one surprise after another, as ...
September 01, 2020 Game Over

Story Breakdown: Maximo - Ghosts to Glory (PlayStation 2)

Episode #104 - If there's one thing you probably know about me, it's that I love Capcom's Ghosts 'N Goblins series. In fact, I love it so much that I was literally on GamePro TV back in the day throwing out ProTips ...