Quirky 8-bit sailing adventure The Caribbean Sail gets a free expansion
Sail across the seas and probably die a thousand deaths, The Caribbean Sail is a quirky retro 8-bit take on sailing the world in the 1700's and it got a huge update.
Category: Retro
Play the classic Super Smash Bros Melee online on Linux with Slippi
Super Smash Bros Melee, the 2001 title originally on the Nintendo GameCube is something of a classic and to this day it remains really popular. So popular, it has a dedicated project to play it online.
Linux-powered Atari VCS ships for backers in October, full release by end of year
It seems the Atari VCS is not dead and will actually be seeing a launch this year, as Atari themselves have now confirmed.
Become a Scottish agent in the Goldeneye inspired Pinkeye
Currently in development, Pinkeye is another upcoming first-person shooter with a heavy-retro theme and if you enjoyed the classic Goldeneye or The World is Not Enough you might like this.
Fast-paced low-poly 3D rail shooter Ex-Zodiac looks awesome - demo up now
Do a barrel roll! If you remember that classic, you will probably want to take a look at Ex-Zodiac which is now crowdfunding on Kickstarter with a demo up.
Boreal Tenebrae is another fascinating PS1-styled horror adventure
Bring on the PS1-style resurgence! Not only do we have Alisa upcoming but Boreal Tenebrae (previously Boreal Tales) also looks pretty amazing and it's out now.
PS1-styled horror 'Alisa' is fully funded and coming to Linux
Tank controls, PS1 styled graphics and a whole lot of atmosphere awaits you in Alisa and it's coming to Linux now it's been fully funded thanks to Kickstarter backers.
Alwa's Legacy is an incredibly charming retro action-adventure out now
I do love a good non-linear action adventure and Alwa's Legacy has everything it needs to be enjoyed.
Block-pushing puzzle and exploration game Akurra funded and coming to Linux
Retro-styled block-pushing puzzle adventure Akurra has now been funded on Kickstarter, so it's on the way to Linux.
Mixing old with new Prodeus is an intense FPS arriving this 'Fall'
Bounding Box Software and Humble Games have shown off brand new footage of the upcoming FPS Prodeus, which mixes retro and modern styles together.
Kharon's Crypt - Even Death May Die launches into Early Access
You've played retro inspired games aplenty I'm sure but Kharon's Crypt - Even Death May Die takes that to another level with the artwork.
Puppygames classic 'Titan Attacks!' gets a Collectors USB Cassette
Huey Games in partnership with Puppygames are offering a very fancy looking collectors set for Titan Attacks! that's on Kickstarter and it looks wonderful.
The classic Atari game Missile Command has re-imagining out now
Some of our older readers might have fond memories of Missile Command, an arcade game from Atari released back in 1980. It's recently been remade with Missile Command: Recharged and it's out now.
Alisa is an upcoming 90s 3D throwback horror-themed action adventure
Developed as a throwback to the 'golden age' of 3D games in the 90s, Alisa looks like a good retro game that's coming to Linux and the Kickstarter campaign is just shy of the goal needed.
PICO-8 fantasy console arrives on itch.io, available in a bundle
PICO-8, an extremely popular fantasy console from developer lexaloffle has been released on itch.io giving you another easy place to grab it.
Akurra to support Linux without a stretch-goal on Kickstarter
Game developer Jason Newman who is currently crowdfunding Akurra, mentioned here on GOL recently, has decided they no longer need a stretch-goal for Linux support.
Escape Velocity: Override remaster Cosmic Frontier: Override gets funded
Cosmic Frontier: Override, the remaster of the classic Escape Velocity: Override has managed to get successfully funded with the finishing of their Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign.
Treasure Tech is a seriously fun new classic DOOM conversion
Treasure Tech is another fantastic DOOM conversion mod inspired by the Wario Land franchise and it's out now.
ScummVM officially testing Ultima IV, Ultima VI, and Ultima VIII
Want to play some classic RPGs? ScummVM is helping to keep many classics alive and multiple Ultima titles should now work nicely in it.
DOOM 64 is now available to stream on Google Stadia
Google have added another game to their Linux-powered streaming service, with DOOM 64 now officially available.
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