Made exclusively for all Evercade hardware past, present, and future, this dual “modern retro” cartridge release features two all-new games, “Metal Dragon” and “Life on Mars”.
With the throwback feel of classic arcade and early console gaming, Evercade is offering up a pair of original 16-bit games from Kai Magazine Software that drops players into battle with endless armies in earthly and interplanetary settings.
In Metal Dragon, players take on the role of an elite operative sent to infiltrate an enemy base and rescue the president’s daughter. Although the mission is supposed to be covert, Metal Dragon has a short attention span and is easily bored, so things quickly turn explosive and violent! The action doesn’t let up in this top-down run-and-gun title, and multiple difficulty levels provide plenty of replay value.
Here’s the rundown from the press release:
- Metal Dragon/Life on Mars is the latest in Evercade’s range of dual-game cartridges showcasing the best “modern retro” indie titles
- Two 16-bit console games from Kai Magazine Software, including the explosive top-down run-and-gun title Metal Dragon, and the exploration-centric sci-fi platformer Life on Mars
- Comes on one physical Evercade cartridge
- Includes a full-colour manual and is compatible with all Evercade and HyperMegaTech! Super Pocket devices
- Releasing December 2024, available to pre-order October 30th
The storyline behind each game:
In Life on Mars, interplanetary repair technician Sam has been sent to investigate why a colony on the red planet has lost contact with Earth. An atmospheric action adventure awaits in this 16-bit exploration platformer inspired by classic ’80s sci-fi horror movies. Players will explore the base a section at a time, gradually acquiring new abilities and upgrading their power to take on tougher challenges.
“We are very proud of being part of the Evercade family, since we have been big fans of the platform for years,” said Kai Magazine Software’s Oscar Kenneth Albero Ingles. “And with an exclusive Kai Magazine cartridge, no less! We are very happy that many people will have the chance to enjoy two of our top sellers on the Evercade platform.”
The new dual indie game cartridge will be part of the red-coloured home console line and be numbered #42. The price of this cartridge is £17.99, $19.99 and €19.99, and will be released in December 2024. Pre-orders will open on October 30th from Evercade retailers.