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1986 Hack and Slash Platformer is Coming to Modern Consoles

Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5 owners have another 1980s retro 8-bit title to check out thanks to the latest Console Archives release.

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Nearly 40 years after its original launch, this 1980s b-bit action game is releasing on Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5 this week.

The Legend of Kage Comes to PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2

The latest addition to the Console Archives library arrives with week with The Legend of Kage. This latest revival is another throwback to the 1980s that is very likely to be a hit with fans of retro gaming.

The Legend of Kage was originally an arcade title, but quickly got home console ports during the 8-bit generation. The NES/Famicom version was rereleased on the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS Virtual Consoles back in 2006 and 2014. Despite that, many gamers have likely still never........

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