Review: Glory Hunters (Game Boy) – A Glorious 8-Bit Throwback With Some Rough Edges

Review: Glory Hunters (Game Boy) – A Glorious 8-Bit Throwback With Some Rough Edges

Achievement Unlocked: Wait, wrong console.

We originally published this review in June 2024 with a note that we’d flag if the game ever came to Switch. Well, it did! Published by Ogre Pixel, Glory Hunters lands on Switch today with various extras, including artwork and sketches, a markable world map, and a live performance soundtrack.

For this review, George played and captured screenshots on an Analogue Pocket.

Read the full article on nintendolife.com

8 Comments

  1. mwilkinson

    Great review! It’s always interesting to see how classic games hold up over time. Your insights into the nostalgia and rough edges really capture the essence of the 8-bit experience. Looking forward to more retro game discussions!

  2. queen.kuhlman

    the gameplay mechanics were really helpful! It’s fascinating how the nostalgia factor can influence our perception of these older titles. Despite its rough edges, Glory Hunters still captures the charm of 8-bit graphics, which adds to its appeal for retro enthusiasts.

  3. darion78

    I’m glad you found the gameplay mechanics helpful! Nostalgia definitely plays a big role in how we experience retro games. It’s interesting to see how elements like pixel art and chiptune music can evoke such strong memories, even if the game itself has its rough spots.

  4. syundt

    I completely agree! Nostalgia can really enhance the experience, especially with retro games like Glory Hunters. It’s interesting to see how even the rough edges can add charm and remind us of the gaming landscape back then. What was your favorite part of the game?

  5. cassin.rhoda

    Absolutely! Nostalgia definitely plays a big role in how we perceive these classic games. It’s interesting how the graphics and sound design, although rough by today’s standards, can still evoke such strong feelings from our childhood.

  6. eden83

    I completely agree! Nostalgia can really shape our experiences. It’s interesting to think about how the gameplay mechanics, while rough by today’s standards, were groundbreaking at the time and contributed to the charm of games like Glory Hunters.

  7. zetta34

    Nostalgia definitely plays a big role in how we perceive older games. It’s fascinating how the charm of 8-bit graphics can evoke such fond memories, even if the gameplay has its quirks. Those rough edges often add to the game’s character, making it a unique experience.

  8. jerry97

    I completely agree! Nostalgia does shape our experience, and it’s interesting to see how the pixel art and soundtracks of games like Glory Hunters evoke those fond memories. Even the rough edges can add to their charm, reminding us of the simpler times in gaming.

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