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SNK’s Neo Geo is one of the most celebrated arcade hardware platforms ever made. The raw power, the iconic fighters, the buttery-smooth sprite work — it was in a league of its own when it launched, and it still looks and plays brilliantly today. Blaze Entertainment clearly knows this, because NEOGEO Arcade 4 — Cartridge 22 in the Evercade Arcade Collection — is now out, bringing eight more SNK classics to the platform.

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WHY THE NEO GEO STILL MATTERS

When SNK released the Neo Geo MVS arcade system in 1990, it changed the game — literally. Arcade operators got a multi-game cabinet that could swap cartridges. Home players (with very deep pockets) could buy the AES version and play near-perfect arcade ports at home. The library that followed was stacked: brawlers, shooters, sports titles, and of course, some of the greatest one-on-one fighting games ever made.

That legacy is exactly why the NEOGEO Arcade carts are some of the most anticipated releases in the Evercade lineup. These aren’t watered-down ports — they’re the real thing, arcade-accurate and ready to play on modern hardware.

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WHAT’S ON THE CARTRIDGE

NEOGEO Arcade 4 packs in eight games, spanning fighters, shooters, sports, and action:

• Fatal Fury Special (1993) — an enhanced update of Fatal Fury 2, often ranked among the best entries in SNK’s foundational fighting series.
• The King of Fighters 2002 (2002) — a fan-favourite “dream match” entry, bringing back the full roster from the series’ earlier years.
• Metal Slug 4 (2002) — the run-and-gun series’ fourth mainline entry, co-developed with Noise Factory.
• Blazing Star (1998) — a highly-regarded horizontal shoot-’em-up from Yumekobo, praised for its scaling and rotation effects.
• King of the Monsters (1991) — SNK’s kaiju-wrestling brawler, giant monsters battling it out across a city.
• Baseball Stars 2 (1992) — the celebrated baseball series’ sequel, known for deep team customisation for its era.
• Robo Army (1991) — a cyberpunk beat-’em-up starring a cyborg protagonist, one of SNK’s lesser-known action titles.
• 3 Count Bout (1993) — a rare SNK entry blending fighting-game mechanics with a boxing ring setting.

Full details, box art, and links for every game are on the NEOGEO Arcade 4 page. It sits alongside three earlier NEOGEO Arcade collections — NEOGEO Arcade 1, NEOGEO Arcade 2, and NEOGEO Arcade 3 — each bringing its own curated slice of SNK’s arcade vault to Evercade. It’s also worth noting the NEOGEO Arcade carts sit alongside some seriously strong arcade competition on the platform — from Toaplan and TAITO to Data East and Irem. The purple-case arcade library is genuinely impressive at this point. Check out our Best Arcade Cartridges guide if you’re looking to build out your collection.

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SO, IS THIS THE BEST ARCADE CART YET?

With the full lineup confirmed, it’s a genuinely strong case. Fatal Fury Special and The King of Fighters 2002 give fighting game fans two certified classics, Metal Slug 4 continues one of Evercade’s most-loved series, and Blazing Star is a shoot-’em-up regarded as one of the Neo Geo’s technical high points. If you want the platform’s deepest one-on-one fighting roster, see our Best Evercade Cartridges for Fighting Game Fans guide — NEOGEO Arcade 4 is a serious contender for that list.

Whether it truly tops its three predecessors is a matter of taste — NEOGEO Arcade 1 leaned hard on genre-defining hits, and each cart since has had its own highlights. But on raw lineup strength alone, NEOGEO Arcade 4 holds its own. The foundation — SNK’s hardware, Blaze’s curation track record, and the Evercade platform’s commitment to accuracy — is as solid as it gets.

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PLAYING YOUR NEOGEO CARTS

All Evercade cartridges — including the NEOGEO Arcade series — work across the full current hardware lineup. Whether you’re playing on the handheld EXP-R (which even supports TATE mode for vertical arcade games), the compact Super Pocket, or the living-room-ready VS-R home console, you’re getting the same great arcade experience.

If you want the full arcade cabinet feel, the Evercade Alpha bartop cabinet is worth a look too — there’s something special about playing Neo Geo titles on a proper stick setup.

Not sure which hardware is right for you? Our hardware comparison guide breaks it all down.

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GOING DEEPER

Want the full story on where NEOGEO Arcade 4 fits in? Read our deep dive on NEOGEO Arcade 1 — SNK’s Greatest Hits on Evercade for how the series started, or browse the Best Evercade Cartridges for Arcade Fans and Best Evercade Cartridges for Fighting Game Fans guides to see how it stacks up against the rest of the library.

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NEOGEO Arcade 4 is out now. See the full NEOGEO Arcade 4 page for pricing and where to buy, browse the complete Carts & Manuals library, or search for specific games in the Evercade Games Database.

Activision Collection 3 is out now on Evercade — Cartridge 52 in the Home Console Collection, following on from Activision Collection 1 and Activision Collection 2. It landed on 26 June 2026, priced at £19.99 / $29.99 / €24.99, with 13 more Atari 2600-era classics on board.

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A THIRD ACTIVISION COLLECTION — WHY IT MATTERS

Activision’s back catalogue stretches across decades and dozens of platforms. The first two Evercade collections — Activision Collection 1 and Activision Collection 2 — already gave retro fans a fantastic slice of that history, covering classic home console titles that many players will have fond memories of.

A third collection is a good sign for the platform: it shows there’s clearly appetite from fans for more, and that there’s no shortage of quality games left in the Activision vault to draw from.

True to form, this one leans into the golden age of the Atari 2600 — action, sports, and a couple of genuine rarities thrown in for good measure. Activision has always had range, and Evercade’s Home Console Collection is a fitting home for this material.

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WHAT’S ON THE CARTRIDGE

All 13 games are Atari 2600 titles, each with its original manual scan included:

• Barnstorming (1982) — biplane stunt-flying action
• Bridge (1981) — Activision’s take on the card game
• Chopper Command (1982) — one of Activision’s best-known 2600 shooters
• Dolphin (1983) — underwater dodge-and-collect action
• Dragonfire (1982) — treasure-grabbing, dragon-dodging arcade action
• Ice Hockey (1981) — an early Activision sports classic
• Kabobber — an unreleased Atari 2600 prototype that never got a full commercial release back in the day
• Kaboom! (1981) — one of Activision’s biggest-selling 2600 games, catching falling bombs
• Keystone Kapers (1983) — the classic department-store chase
• Laser Blast (1981) — vertical shoot-’em-up
• Pressure Cooker (1983) — fast-paced fast-food arcade action
• The Activision Decathlon (1983) — the multi-event sports showcase title
• Thwocker — another unreleased prototype, making its first proper commercial release here

Two genuine rarities alongside the well-known hits: Kabobber and Thwocker were both unreleased Activision prototypes on the original Atari 2600, so this is one of the few ways to play them on real cartridge hardware today.

Full details, box art, and a manual link for every game are on the Activision Collection 3 page. You can also see where it sits in the wider lineup on the Evercade carts & manuals page, or search for any of these games individually on the Evercade Games Database.

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GOOD NEWS FOR RETRO FANS

The continued expansion of the Activision library on Evercade is genuinely exciting. These aren’t emulation afterthoughts — they’re properly packaged physical cartridges with real cases and manuals, playable on every piece of Evercade hardware, from the compact Super Pocket to the full-sized EXP-R handheld, the living room-friendly VS-R home console, and even the Alpha bartop cabinet.

If you’re new to the platform and wondering where to start, check out our introduction to Evercade or the hardware comparison guide to find the right device for you.

And for the full picture of what’s available — including exactly where Activision Collection 3 sits in the lineup — head over to the complete Evercade cartridge library.

The DOOM Collection is officially confirmed for Evercade — nine classic id Software releases on one physical cartridge, out 30 October 2026 for £24.99 / $29.99 / €29.99. Blaze also announced a limited-edition Evercade Nexus DOOM Edition bundle, capped at just 3,000 units.

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THE REVEAL TRAILER

Blaze first teased the collaboration back on 4 February 2026, timed to id Software’s 35th anniversary. A July 2026 retailer listing leak suggested a red cartridge with just DOOM and DOOM II — the official lineup turned out to be considerably bigger than that.

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WHAT’S ON THE CARTRIDGE

All nine are id Software’s original DOOM releases, officially licensed and running as native ports rather than emulation:

• DOOM — the original 1993 classic (1-3 players)
• DOOM II: Hell on Earth — the 1994 sequel (1-4 players)
• Master Levels for DOOM II — the official 1995 add-on level pack
• TNT: Evilution — one of the two Final DOOM episodes
• The Plutonia Experiment — the other Final DOOM episode, notoriously tough
• No Rest for the Living — the 2010 XBLA-era bonus episode
• SIGIL — John Romero’s 2019 fan episode, released for DOOM’s 25th anniversary
• SIGIL II — Romero’s 2023 follow-up, made for DOOM’s 30th anniversary
• DOOM: Deathmatch — a dedicated collection of Deathmatch-specific levels (1-4 players)

It’s a genuinely comprehensive package — both mission packs, both Romero-made SIGIL episodes, and a proper Deathmatch selection alongside the two core games. These are new native ports built specifically for Evercade hardware, not emulated versions of existing console releases, and include custom gameplay modifiers, adjustable violence settings, and dedicated multiplayer modes like Chaosmatch and Instagib. Full details are also on the official cartridge page on evercade.co.uk.

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EVERCADE NEXUS DOOM EDITION — LIMITED TO 3,000 UNITS

Alongside the standard cartridge, Blaze is releasing a one-off Evercade Nexus DOOM Edition bundle: a DOOM-themed Nexus console with exclusive packaging, paired with the DOOM Collection cartridge and a set of physical extras. The bundle includes:

• Evercade Nexus with a DOOM-inspired design
• The DOOM Collection cartridge
• Exclusive DOOM EVA hard case
• Numbered certificate of authenticity
• DOOM keyring
• Poster
• Comic
• Screen protector
• Charging cable for the Nexus

Only 3,000 units are being made worldwide, sold exclusively through Funstock. Pre-orders open 7 August at 3pm UK / 10am ET / 7am PT — given the limited run, it’s worth being ready at that exact time if you want one. Both the standard cartridge and the Nexus DOOM Edition are due 30 October 2026.

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PLAYING DOOM ON EVERCADE

The standard DOOM Collection cartridge works across all current Evercade hardware — Alpha, VS-R, EXP-R, Nexus, and the HyperMegaTech Super Pocket. If you want dual analogue sticks for it, the official Evercade Wireless Controller (£34.99, released 28 September 2026, for VS/VS-R/Alpha) lines up well with this release — not an official bundle, but good timing if you’re planning ahead. See the Controller Compatibility Database for the full rundown of what works.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the DOOM Collection releasing?

30 October 2026, for both the standard cartridge and the limited-edition Evercade Nexus DOOM Edition.

Which games are on the DOOM Evercade cartridge?

Nine titles: DOOM, DOOM II: Hell on Earth, Master Levels for DOOM II, TNT: Evilution, The Plutonia Experiment, No Rest for the Living, SIGIL, SIGIL II, and DOOM: Deathmatch.

How much does the DOOM Collection cost?

£24.99 / $29.99 / €29.99 for the standard cartridge.

What is the Evercade Nexus DOOM Edition?

A limited-edition bundle of 3,000 units worldwide, featuring a DOOM-themed Evercade Nexus, the DOOM Collection cartridge, an exclusive hard case, numbered certificate, keyring, poster, comic, screen protector, and charging cable. Pre-orders open 7 August at 3pm UK / 10am ET / 7am PT, exclusively through Funstock.

Which Evercade devices does the DOOM Collection work on?

All current Evercade hardware — Alpha, VS-R, EXP-R, Nexus, and the HyperMegaTech Super Pocket. See our hardware comparison if you’re deciding which device to play it on.

Do I need the new Evercade Wireless Controller to play it?

No — it’s not a confirmed bundle or requirement, just good timing. The Wireless Controller (£34.99, released 28 September 2026) gives you dual analogue sticks if you want them, but the cartridge works on any compatible Evercade device regardless.

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Browse the Evercade Games Database for what’s already available, or see our community-recommended cartridges for something to play while you wait for October.

The Bitmap Brothers were one of the most iconic developers of the late 1980s and early 1990s. Their games were slick, stylish, and brutal in the best possible way — and Bitmap Brothers Collection 1 brings five of their classics together on a single Evercade cartridge.

This is cartridge 22 in the Evercade library, and it’s a must-have for anyone who grew up with an Amiga, a Mega Drive, or a SNES. Here’s what’s on it.

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THE GAMES ON BITMAP BROTHERS COLLECTION 1

Speedball (Sega Master System) — the one that started it all. A brutal futuristic sport where passing, tackling, and sheer aggression rule the arena. This Master System version is a great way to see where the series began — the original manual is available too.

Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe (Mega Drive/Genesis) — the standout of the entire cartridge, and honestly one of the greatest games of the 16-bit era. Faster, deeper, and more satisfying than its predecessor, Speedball 2 is a sport that never existed but feels like it always should have. Upgrading your team, battering opponents into the walls, and chasing that high score never gets old. An original game manual is available if you want to dive into the rules and controls properly.

Xenon 2: Megablast (Mega Drive/Genesis) — a vertical shoot-’em-up with a thumping Bomb the Bass soundtrack and some genuinely demanding shooting action. The weapon shop between levels adds a layer of strategy that sets it apart from other scrolling shooters of the time. You can grab the original Xenon 2: Megablast manual to brush up on the details.

The Chaos Engine (SNES) — a top-down run-and-gun set in a steampunk Victorian world overrun by a rogue machine. Choosing your mercenary pair wisely and working through each stage methodically is enormously satisfying. It’s atmospheric, tough, and brilliantly designed. The original manual — released in the US as Soldiers of Fortune — is available too.

Speedball 2100 (PlayStation 1) — a 3D reimagining of Speedball 2 from the turn of the millennium. It doesn’t quite reach the heights of Brutal Deluxe, but having it here alongside the originals makes for a fascinating comparison and a solid extra.

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WHY THE BITMAP BROTHERS MATTER

The Bitmap Brothers had a reputation that went beyond just making good games. Their visual style was unmistakable — dark, detailed, and cinematic at a time when most games were anything but. They understood that presentation mattered, and their releases always felt like events.

On the Amiga especially, titles like Speedball 2 and Xenon 2 were the kind of games you showed people to prove what the hardware could do. The fact that these ports hold up so well on their respective consoles is a testament to how strong the underlying game design really was.

Getting five of their games on one cartridge — spanning three different consoles — is a genuinely good deal, and the quality across the collection is high.

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WHICH EVERCADE HARDWARE SHOULD YOU PLAY IT ON?

Bitmap Brothers Collection 1 plays on all current Evercade hardware. If you want the full couch experience, the VS-R is ideal — plug it into your TV and enjoy Speedball 2 on a big screen exactly as it deserves. For handheld play, both the EXP-R and the compact Super Pocket handle it brilliantly. Not sure which device is right for you? The hardware comparison page will point you in the right direction.

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Want to see the full cartridge details and manual scans? Head over to the Bitmap Brothers Collection 1 page, or search every game across every cart in the Evercade Games Database. There’s more where this came from, too — check out Bitmap Brothers Collection 2 for further classics from the studio.

The Neo Geo is the stuff of legend. SNK’s arcade powerhouse delivered some of the most visually stunning and mechanically rich games of its era — and NEOGEO Arcade 1 brings six of those classics straight to your Evercade cart slot. Whether you’re a longtime SNK devotee or just starting to explore the platform, this is a collection worth knowing about.

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A LEGENDARY SYSTEM, IN YOUR HANDS

The Neo Geo arcade hardware was genuinely in a league of its own. The games looked and played like nothing else available at the time, and titles on the platform have aged remarkably well. Getting authentic Neo Geo arcade action on a portable Evercade device — or through your TV via the VS-R — still feels like a bit of a treat.

NEOGEO Arcade 1 is cartridge 16 in the Evercade Arcade Collection, and it packs six games across a solid range of genres. There’s something here for fans of run-and-gun, fighting, beat-’em-up, and action-platformers alike.

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THE GAMES

METAL SLUG is the headline act, and rightly so. SNK’s iconic run-and-gun is bursting with personality — hand-drawn sprites, frantic action, and a level of polish that still impresses. If you’ve never played it, prepare to be won over fast.

SHOCK TROOPERS is a top-down military shooter with a surprisingly deep game loop. You choose your path through the stages and pick from a roster of characters — it’s got more replay value than it might initially appear.

SENGOKU takes things into beat-’em-up territory with a feudal Japan setting, supernatural enemies, and the ability to transform into different warrior forms. It’s an underrated gem that deserves more attention.

THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2000 represents SNK’s legendary fighting game series at a strong point in its run. Team-based fighting, a huge roster of characters, and tight mechanics — this is the cart’s fighting game centrepiece.

MAGICIAN LORD was a launch title for the original Neo Geo hardware, and it shows off just how ambitious SNK’s vision was from day one. An action-platformer with transformation mechanics and a striking fantasy aesthetic.

IRONCLAD rounds out the collection as a horizontal shoot-’em-up. It’s one of the rarer and more sought-after Neo Geo titles, so having it included here is a genuine bonus for shmup fans.

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WHO IS THIS FOR?

If you’re a fan of SNK, arcade history, or run-and-gun games, this cart is an easy recommendation. Metal Slug alone is worth the price of entry for many players, but the supporting lineup is genuinely strong rather than just filler.

Fighting game fans will gravitate toward The King of Fighters 2000, while shoot-’em-up players will appreciate having Ironclad accessible without tracking down original hardware. It’s a well-rounded package that covers a lot of ground.

It plays beautifully on the EXP-R handheld, and the VS-R‘s multiplayer support makes The King of Fighters 2000 especially fun with friends on the big screen.

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FIND OUT MORE

You can browse the full cartridge details — including box art and the official cartridge page — on our NEOGEO Arcade 1 page, or search every game across every cart in the Evercade Games Database. NEOGEO Arcade 1 isn’t the only Neo Geo cart in the library either — check out NEOGEO Arcade 2, NEOGEO Arcade 3, and NEOGEO Arcade 4 for more SNK classics. And if you’re looking for more great arcade picks generally, check out our Best Arcade Cartridges guide for the full rundown of what the Evercade library has to offer arcade fans.

Interplay was one of the defining publishers of the 16-bit era — responsible for some genuinely weird, wonderful, and wildly ambitious games. Interplay Collection 1 brings a handpicked selection of that legacy to Evercade, and it’s a cart that rewards both nostalgia and discovery.

This is cartridge 4 in the Evercade library, and it spans three platforms — NES, SNES, and Megadrive/Genesis — giving you a real cross-section of what Interplay was about.

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THE HEADLINER: EARTHWORM JIM

Let’s be honest — Earthworm Jim is the reason most people pick this cart up. The Megadrive/Genesis version of Doug TenNapel’s grotesque, hilarious platformer is still a joy to play. The animation is expressive, the levels are inventive, and the humour holds up surprisingly well. It’s a genuine 90s classic.

If you want to check out the original game documentation, the Earthworm Jim original manual is available to browse online — great for a bit of era-authentic flavour.

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THE REST OF THE LINEUP

Clayfighter (SNES) is a fighting game built around claymation-style visuals — gimmicky in the best possible way. It’s no Street Fighter killer, but it’s charming and has personality to spare. The original Clayfighter manual is online if you want to read up before jumping in.

Boogerman (SNES) is exactly what it sounds like — a platform game starring a superhero whose powers are, let’s say, bodily in nature. It’s juvenile, it’s gleefully gross, and it was a minor cult hit in its day. The Boogerman original manual is available to check out too.

Incantation (SNES) is a lesser-known SNES platformer that’s genuinely worth your time. It’s a solid action platformer that flew under the radar on original release — exactly the kind of hidden gem the Evercade format is brilliant at surfacing. The original Incantation manual is available to browse too.

BattleChess (NES) is chess — but with animated combat sequences whenever a piece is captured. It’s a clever presentation twist on a timeless game, and there’s something satisfying about watching a knight dispatch a pawn in dramatic fashion. The BattleChess original manual is available if you need a refresher on the rules (or just want a read).

Titan (NES) rounds out the collection — you guide a ball with a magnetic paddle across eighty levels, dodging hazards along the way. A different pace to the rest of the lineup, and a good palate cleanser.

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WHY INTERPLAY MATTERS

Interplay had a knack for doing things differently. Whether it was chess with combat animations, a fighting game made of clay, or a platformer where the hero uses flatulence as a weapon — they weren’t afraid to be weird. That spirit comes through clearly in this collection.

The mix of NES and SNES titles also makes this one of the more platform-diverse carts in the Evercade library. You get a real sense of how the studio evolved across different hardware generations.

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WHERE TO FIND IT

Interplay Collection 1 plays on all current Evercade hardware — including the Super Pocket handheld, the EXP-R handheld, the VS-R home console, and the Alpha bartop cabinet.

For the full rundown of what’s in the Evercade cartridge library — including manuals and cart details — head over to the Carts & Manuals page. And if you’re trying to decide which hardware to pair it with, the hardware comparison guide is a great place to start. You can search every game across every cart in the Evercade Games Database, and if you want more Interplay weirdness, check out Interplay Collection 2 too.

Sunsoft might not be the first name that comes to mind when you think of classic NES publishers, but among retro gaming enthusiasts it’s spoken with real reverence. Bold soundtracks, tight gameplay, and a knack for pushing hardware beyond expectations — Sunsoft Collection 1 brings together some of the finest examples of that legacy in a single Evercade cartridge.

This is cartridge 31 in the Evercade library, and it spans three platforms: NES, SNES, and Game Boy. That variety alone makes it stand out.

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THE GAMES

Blaster Master (NES) is the headline act, and rightly so. A brilliant blend of overhead exploration and side-scrolling action, it’s one of those games that genuinely surprised people when it launched. The mix of gameplay styles felt fresh then and still holds up today. You can even download a scan of the original Blaster Master NES manual — a lovely touch for collectors and curious players alike.

Journey to Silius (NES) is one of the most underrated action-platformers on the system. It was originally developed as a Terminator tie-in, and while it lost the licence, it kept everything that made it great — punishing but fair gameplay, and a legendary soundtrack that regularly tops lists of the best NES music ever composed. The original Journey to Silius manual is also available to browse.

Mr. Gimmick (NES) is the real hidden gem here. Originally released in limited regions, it’s a late-era NES title that pushed the console’s audio and visual capabilities to extraordinary lengths. It’s notoriously difficult to find physically, which makes its inclusion on Evercade genuinely exciting.

Arabian (NES) is the collection’s wildcard — a port of the 1983 arcade game that’s full of charm and presents an interesting window into early NES-era game design.

Aero the Acro-Bat (SNES) rounds out the 16-bit side of things. A colourful, energetic platformer that gave Sunsoft a mascot for the early 1990s — think of it as Sunsoft’s answer to the mascot platformer boom of that era. The original Aero the Acro-Bat manual is available to browse too.

Blaster Master Boy (Game Boy) completes the set with a handheld spin-off of the NES classic. It repackages the Blaster Master concept for Nintendo’s portable hardware and is a solid addition for fans of the original. The original Blaster Master Boy manual is available too.

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WHY SUNSOFT DESERVES MORE CREDIT

Sunsoft sat in the shadow of giants like Capcom and Konami during the NES era, but the quality of their output was remarkable. They had a particular talent for audio — the Sunsoft bass line became something of a signature sound — and their games consistently showed technical ambition.

What makes Sunsoft Collection 1 special is that it doesn’t just collect the obvious titles. Mr. Gimmick and Journey to Silius in particular are games that many NES fans have heard are brilliant but have never had an easy, affordable way to play. This cart fixes that.

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PLAYS GREAT ON ANY EVERCADE HARDWARE

Whether you’re playing on the EXP-R handheld, the VS-R home console, or the compact Super Pocket, Sunsoft Collection 1 slots right in. The cross-platform nature of the collection — NES, SNES, and Game Boy all in one cart — means there’s genuine variety to dig into regardless of your session length.

Not sure which Evercade hardware is right for you? Our hardware comparison page breaks it all down.

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For the full cartridge listing, head over to the Sunsoft Collection 1 page, or browse the Evercade Carts & Manuals page — it’s the best place to explore everything in the Evercade library. You can search every game across every cart in the Evercade Games Database, and if you want more Sunsoft, check out Sunsoft Collection 2 too.

The Turrican Collection has arrived on Evercade, and it’s a big deal. Packing ten games across three classic platforms, this cartridge brings one of the most beloved run-and-gun series in gaming history to your handheld or home console in style.

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A SERIES BUILT ON BLASTING AND EXPLORATION

Turrican was born in 1990, the brainchild of developer Manfred Trenz. Published by Rainbow Arts, the original Turrican released for the Commodore 64 in May 1990, with an Amiga version following that August — it’s the Amiga version included on this Evercade cartridge. Either way, it immediately turned heads, blending the frenetic shooting of Contra with vast, sprawling levels that rewarded exploration — a combination that felt genuinely fresh at the time.

The series was powered by Chris Hülsbeck’s legendary soundtracks, which are still celebrated to this day. If you’ve never heard the Turrican II music, you’re in for a treat. It’s the kind of score that gets stuck in your head for decades.

Turrican II: The Final Fight landed in 1991 and is widely regarded as the peak of the Amiga originals — bigger, bolder, and even more musically spectacular. Turrican 3 rounded out the Amiga trilogy, pushing the hardware further and wrapping up the story.

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CONSOLE GLORY — SNES AND MEGA DRIVE

As the series moved to consoles, it evolved. The SNES entries — Super Turrican and Super Turrican 2 — were developed by Factor 5 and showed off the hardware’s capabilities beautifully. Both are fantastic games in their own right, with tight controls and that signature sense of scale.

This cartridge also includes Super Turrican Director’s Cut, a version that restores content that was cut from the original release. It’s a genuine piece of gaming history — and one that many fans will be playing for the first time here.

On the Mega Drive side, Mega Turrican is another Factor 5 gem — arguably the best-looking entry in the whole series and a showcase for what the Genesis could do. The Mega Turrican Director’s Cut similarly restores elements from the original vision of the game.

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SCORE ATTACK MODES — SOMETHING EXTRA

Alongside the main games, the cartridge includes dedicated Score Attack modes for two of the titles: Super Turrican Score Attack and Mega Turrican Score Attack. These stripped-back modes put the focus purely on racking up points, adding excellent replay value and a competitive edge for those who want to chase high scores.

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TEN GAMES, ONE CARTRIDGE

To be crystal clear about what you’re getting, here’s the full lineup:

• Turrican (Amiga)
• Turrican II: The Final Fight (Amiga)
• Turrican 3 (Amiga)
• Super Turrican (SNES)
• Super Turrican Director’s Cut (SNES)
• Super Turrican 2 (SNES)
• Super Turrican Score Attack (SNES)
• Mega Turrican (Megadrive/Genesis)
• Mega Turrican Director’s Cut (Megadrive/Genesis)
• Mega Turrican Score Attack (Megadrive/Genesis)

That’s three Amiga classics, four SNES entries including score attack and the Director’s Cut, and three Mega Drive titles. Tremendous value for fans of the series or anyone who missed it the first time around.

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ORIGINAL MANUALS — A NICE TOUCH

One of the great things about the Evercade community is the attention paid to preserving the history around these games — not just the games themselves. We’ve got original manual scans available for several titles in this collection, and they’re well worth a look for context, nostalgia, and just the sheer retro charm of old gaming documentation.

You can check out the original Turrican Amiga manual, the Super Turrican 2 SNES manual, and the Mega Turrican Mega Drive manual. Great for reading before you dive in — or just for a trip down memory lane.

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WORTH YOUR TIME?

If you have any love for classic action games, absolutely yes. The Turrican series represents some of the finest 16-bit era gaming there is. Having it all in one place on Evercade — with Director’s Cut versions, score attack modes, and original manuals to browse — makes this one of the most compelling collections the platform has offered.

Whether you grew up with an Amiga, a SNES, or a Mega Drive, there’s something here for you. And if Turrican is completely new to you? You’re about to discover something special.

Head over to our Turrican Collection page for more details, screenshots, and everything you need to know about this release.

Mega Cat Studios has built a serious reputation in the homebrew scene — crafting brand-new games that look, feel, and play like they were pulled straight from the golden age of retro gaming. Mega Cat Studios Collection 3 brings another batch of their finest work to the Evercade, and it’s a genuine treat for anyone who loves pixel art, chiptune soundtracks, and tight, satisfying gameplay.

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WHO ARE MEGA CAT STUDIOS?

Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Mega Cat Studios is one of the most celebrated homebrew game developers in the world. They don’t just make ROMs — they produce physical cartridges with proper labels, manuals, and boxes, designed to sit proudly on your shelf alongside original releases.

What sets them apart is their commitment to authenticity. Their games are built using the same tools and techniques as classic developers, targeting real hardware constraints. The result? Games that feel genuinely of the era rather than just inspired by it.

Their partnership with Blaze Entertainment and the Evercade platform has been a brilliant one, giving their work a new audience of retro fans who might never have encountered the homebrew scene before.

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WHAT’S ON THE CARTRIDGE?

Mega Cat Studios Collection 3 packs in 11 homebrew titles spanning Game Boy, Game Boy Color, NES, Mega Drive, and SNES.

On the NES you get GunTneR (run and gun), Machine Cave, The Meating and Flap Happy (platformers and action), plus Plyuk (shooter). The portable entries are Kudzu on Game Boy — an adventure — and Gumball In Trick-or-treat Land on Game Boy Color. On 16-bit hardware: Gravibots and Super Fanger bring puzzle gameplay to the Mega Drive and SNES respectively, while Rocket Panda is a Mega Drive platformer.

These are not tech demos or curiosities — they are fully realised games with real replay value, each built to the technical standards of the original hardware they target.

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WHY THIS MATTERS FOR EVERCADE

One of the Evercade’s most exciting qualities is its willingness to celebrate games that exist outside the mainstream. The platform isn’t just a nostalgia machine — it’s a living archive of gaming culture, and homebrew collections like this one are a huge part of that story.

For many Evercade owners, Mega Cat Studios Collection 3 will be their first proper introduction to the homebrew world. That’s a genuinely exciting thing. These are games made out of pure passion, with no publisher pressure and no microtransactions — just developers who love retro gaming and want to push it forward.

Having them on a proper cartridge, playable on your VS, EXP, or handheld, feels exactly right. It’s the format these games deserve.

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THE HOMEBREW DIFFERENCE

It’s worth taking a moment to appreciate what Mega Cat Studios actually does. Making a game that runs correctly on a real NES or Mega Drive — respecting the original hardware’s limitations, palette restrictions, and processing constraints — is genuinely difficult. It requires deep technical knowledge and a love of the craft.

The games on this collection aren’t just stylistically retro. Many of them were designed to run on original hardware. That means when you’re playing them on your Evercade, you’re experiencing something that has been held to an incredibly high technical standard.

That attention to detail shows. The sprite work is crisp, the music hits those satisfying chiptune notes, and the controls have that snappy, immediate feel that classic games are remembered for.

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SHOULD YOU BUY IT?

If you have any interest in where retro gaming is heading — not just where it’s been — then yes, absolutely. Mega Cat Studios Collection 3 is the kind of cartridge that reminds you why the Evercade ecosystem is so special.

It’s new games that feel old, made by people who genuinely care. There’s nothing quite like it in the mainstream gaming space, and having a physical collection of this work is something worth appreciating.

Whether you love platformers, shooters, puzzlers, or adventures — and whether your heart belongs to the NES, Mega Drive, or Game Boy — there is something here for you.

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