Last week had a couple of surprises that slipped past us: "Life is Strange: Double Exposure," the latest digital treat for those who love a good retcon, made its debut. Plus, Taito kept retro gaming fans happy with "Final Blow" on the Archives.
Now, even though Thanksgiving usually means a lull in surprise releases from Nintendo of America, history tells us that anything can happen—even a sudden surge of new games. This week, the standout release is likely "Riviera: The Promised Land." It’s an ideal strategy RPG for those who might need a little escape from family gatherings over the weekend. Meanwhile, I’m particularly intrigued by "Steam Prison: Beyond the Steam"—it’s a fandisc, so thankfully it won’t be priced at $65 like its predecessor. Keep your ears open for "Nine Sols" if that’s your genre, and the Wholesome Direct has gifted us with "Critter Cafe," which could be a delightful break. Don’t overlook "Broken Reality" either; it may just be this week’s hidden gem.
In the realm of retro releases, "Snow Bros. Wonderland" is putting a fresh spin on a classic action game. The "Epyx Sports Collection" offers the nostalgic pain of Hacky Sack, and "The Scheme" finds its way onto the EggConsole, ensuring it’s accessible without needing to do any linguistic gymnastics.
North America Releases include a range of new titles and price tags:
- "Crown Wars: The Black Prince" is setting you back $49.99.
- "Steam Prison: Beyond the Steam" is priced at $44.62.
- "Riviera: The Promised Land" will cost you about $34.99.
- The much-anticipated "Nine Sols" drops on Tuesday for $29.99.
- "Critter Cafe," arriving Tuesday, is listed at $19.99.
- Budget-watchers might be happy with titles like "Mission in Snowdrift Land," out Friday, priced at $8.99.
Black Friday is a good time to watch for sales that lighten your wishlist load. Deals are everywhere, so keep an eye on websites like PSPrices and DekuDeals to snag a bargain.
European Gamers will see prices like £44.99 for "Crown Wars: The Black Prince" or £30.19 for "Riviera: The Promised Land" starting Wednesday. Titles such as "Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 – The Dead King’s Secret" drop this week too, priced attractively at €14.99.
Finally, over in Japan, a variety of titles have hit the shelves. "Magical Story: Fear and the Mysterious School" and "Rent-a-Girlfriend: The Horizon and the Girl in a Swimsuit" are both rocking the ¥8580 price point for those keen on taking a deeper dive into storytelling adventures. Or if retro is more your style, "EggConsole The Scheme PC-8801mkIISR" can be yours for just ¥880.
The industry keeps buzzing with new releases, and as ever, there are more games than there are hours in the day. It’s a great week to be a gamer, with options to suit every taste and budget.
