The Legacy of the Amstrad
At Antstream we all have an emotional connection to the games we source and provide. We also have our favorite systems and often debate...
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Blog History
Preserving Gamings Past
Chris McAuley
Oct 5, 20233 min read
Antstream Game of the Month: Tempest (1981)
Welcome Antstreamers, to another installment of “Game of the Month”. This time, we're delving into the archives to revisit a true arcade...
Graeme Mason
Oct 4, 20233 min read
The Seven Brutal Challenges of Antstream Arcade
To celebrate the arrival of Antstream Arcade on the Microsoft Xbox, we are currently showing off seven brutally tough challenges!
Graeme Mason
Sep 8, 20235 min read
The Antstream Arcade Guide #6: Metal Slug
Retro games can sometimes be tricky and puzzling – in a good way. But don’t panic if you’re struggling – we are here to help - #6 Metal Slug
Chris McAuley
Sep 1, 20236 min read
Antstream Game of the Month: The Chaos Engine
This month’s game of the month has been chosen by none other gaming industry legend Jason Kingsley. He also kindly spent some time with us d
Graeme Mason
Aug 11, 20235 min read
The Story Of Millie & Molly
Commodore 64 puzzler Millie & Molly became one of Antstream Arcade’s first homebrew indie games in 2021.
Chris McAuley
Aug 4, 20235 min read
Antstream Game of the Month: Earthworm Jim
One of the games that I was personally excited about playing when I joined Antstream was Earthworm Jim...
Graeme Mason
Jul 21, 20234 min read
My Antstream Arcade: Defender
I’ve got a love-hate relationship with this legendary arcade shoot-‘em-up, Defender.
Graeme Mason
Jul 14, 20236 min read
The Antstream Arcade Guide #5: R-Type
Retro games can sometimes be tricky and puzzling – in a good way. Here is Antstream's guide to R-Type.
Graeme Mason
Jul 7, 20235 min read
The Story Of Sir Lancelot
It was to be the last hurrah of the 16K ZX Spectrum. In Antstream Arcade’s latest developer interview, we chat with Stephen Cargill...
Chris McAuley
Jun 30, 20233 min read
Game of the Month – Exolon
I remember being enticed by the attractive screens of Exolon when flicking through a copy of Amstrad Action. It was developed by...
Graeme Mason
Jun 23, 20235 min read
The Antstream Arcade Guide #4: Strikers 1945
Retro games can sometimes be tricky and puzzling – in a good way. Here's our guide to Strikers 1945...
Graeme Mason
Jun 16, 20234 min read
My Antstream Arcade: Horace Goes Skiing
Despite it being a firm early favourite, I never bought a copy of Horace Goes Skiing back in the day. But before you judge...
Chris McAuley
Jun 12, 20234 min read
The Queerest characters in Retro Video Gaming
As we enter a month which is a celebration of all things queer in society, we at Antstream think its important to acknowledge the games ...
Graeme Mason
Jun 9, 20234 min read
The Story Of Reckless Rufus
Puzzle-themed budget games dominated the latter years of the 8-bit computers, and here on Antstream Arcade...
Graeme Mason
Jun 2, 20234 min read
The Battle Of The Beat-‘em-Ups On Antstream Arcade
This week sees the release of Street Fighter 6. Who will be crowned champion of the fighter on Antstream Arcade?
Graeme Mason
May 26, 20234 min read
Antstream Arcade Twitch Superstar: Mappyman
We chat with another one of the wonderful people spreading the retro gaming glory presenting 0 Mappyman, AKA Scott...
Chris McAuley
May 19, 20234 min read
Antstream Game of the Month – Alien Breed 3D
Alien Breed 3D, it’s one of the latest games to come out on Antstream and it’s a corker...
Graeme Mason
May 12, 20234 min read
The Antstream Arcade Guide #3: Pac Man
Greetings, brave retro gamers!
Retro games can sometimes be tricky and puzzling – in a good way. But don’t panic...
Graeme Mason
May 5, 20234 min read
Retro Games Fit For A King… or Queen: Royalty On Antstream
With King Charles’s coronation this weekend, join Antstream Arcade as we celebrate eight Royal rulers.
Graeme Mason
Apr 28, 20234 min read
An Island Of The Dead – Spreading The Retro Zombie Love
Love them or hate them, zombies are a staple of horror gaming ...
Chris McAuley
Apr 21, 20233 min read
Antstream Game of the Month: Cannon Fodder
Sensible Software was a legendary developer for the Amiga. They had revolutionized sports games on the system ...
Graeme Mason
Apr 14, 20235 min read
My First Game: Franz Lanzinger and Crystal Castles
We present coder and designer Franz Lanzinger, telling us about his first fully-published game, the brilliant arcade coin-op Crystal Castles
Graeme Mason
Apr 7, 20234 min read
Antstream Arcade Twitch Superstar: Analogarhythm
In our latest Antstream Arcade Twitch Superstar feature, we chat with another one of the wonderful people spreading the retro gaming...
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