Finally, after months and months of waiting we’ve finally got our hands on Treasure’s Radiant Silvergun.

As expected it’s a great port of the amazing arcade/Saturn game and we’re pleased to say that it’s still as good as its ever been. Despite Cave having a recent stranglehold on the shoot-”em-up genre now, it’s clear to see that Treasure is still a master of the craft.

Radiant Silvergun is now available for 1200 points (roufghly £10.60). While this might seem a little expensive, we’d like to remind you that it’s still one of the greatest shooters of all time and that a Saturn version will cost well over £100, making a tenner a real bargain.

You can expect a making of the original Radiant Silvergun in issue 96 of Retro Gamer.

Fans of Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell series will be pleased to hear that the first 3 games are now available to buy on PlayStation 3.

The Splinter Cell Trilogy contains Splinter Cell, Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow and Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory. All three games now feature improved visuals, so detail is now much higher and clearer than in the original PS2 versions of the games. Sadly however, the excellent multiplayer modes are no longer included, meaning these aren’t the ultimate versions of the games. Needless to say, you can expect our definitive verdict in issue 95.

Fans of Retro Gamer’s hardware bookazines will be pleased to hear that they are now available to buy for Kindle. The Classic Videogames Hardware Genius Guide is available now for just £5.81 and features in-depth guides to some of the best computers and consoles of all time. The Amiga, Super Nintendo, PC Engine, Atari 2600 and ZX Spectrum are just a few of the machines featured, and all come with the fantastic in-depth information that only Retro Gamer offers.

Editor in Chief Aaron Asadi said: “This eBook is a fantastic resource for all retro videogame fans. Offering in-depth information on some of the iconic consoles from the last 50 years, there are also run-downs of the best games from each piece of hardware, allowing readers to relive the classic videogame moments from days gone by. The is the perfect trip down memory lane, and represents excellent value for money.”

The Classic Videogames Hardware Genius Guide eBook is available now from Amazon (http://amzn.to/iZODFT).

Sony’s recent unveiling of the both art for its Team Ico collection just reminded us about how many excellent games are on the way soon.

The team Ico collection will include greatly upgraded versions of Ico and Shadow Of The Colossus, and Sony also has a new God Of War collection on the way which includes both God Of War: Chains Of Olympus and God Of War: Ghost Of Sparta.

Ubisoft also has a collection of its own due very soon. The Splinter Cell Collection is due out on the 16th September and will feature the first three games. Unfortunately, multiplayer won’t be available, but we’re still looking forward to returning to Sam’s original missions.

Last, but by no means least is Konami. It has no less than three collections due by the end of the year. Zone OF The Enders features both PS2 games, The Silent Hill Collection boasts Silent Hill 2 and Silent Hill 3, while its Metal Gear Solid Collection features Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons Of Liberty, Metal Gear Solid 3 Snake Eater and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker.

Needless to say if you haven’t played any of these classics, you’ll be getting a lot of great value for your money.

We’re not normally ones to be suckered in by special editions, but this looks rather tempting.

The limited edition pack features an individually numbered gold ring, a 20 years of Sonic art book, downloadable content, 20th anniversary soundtrack hand-picked by Sonic Team and a figurine featuring both classic and modern Sonic. It’s a really nice looking pack and certainly does the lovable hedgehog justice. Sonic Colours was a great return to form for the franchise, so we’re getting very excited about Sonic Generations’ incoming release.

I’d just like to take this opportunity to wish Darran a very happy birthday, who turns one year older today. I can’t for the life or me remember how old he is, but I believe his new age falls somewhere within the late thirties threshold.

Anyway, to celebrate Darran turning a year older here’s a creaky old picture of him I found in his drawer. It shows a young melancholic looking Daz (circa early-Nineties judging by that Blur bootleg album on that draw unit) sporting a Morrissey haircut.  

iPhone Tips, Tricks, Apps & Hacks Volume 5 is the perfect book for anyone looking to unlock the full potential of their iPhone. With step-by-step guides showing you how to record guitar tracks, test your eyesight, measure your heart rate and much more, this book will open up a wealth of new functions. There’s also a full guide to jailbreaking, answering all your questions and explaining the benefits, along with tutorials to show you what you can do with your jailbroken device. On top of all that there are reviews of all the best apps to extend the functionality of your device.

Aaron Asadi, Editor-in-Chief, stated: “This book is ideal for any iPhone owner. With top guides to help you discover just what your iPhone can really do, along with ways to get the most out of all the default apps, you’ll be amazed at all the extra functionality this book brings to your device. Add to that a round-up of all the latest and greatest apps and a complete guide to jailbreaking, and there’s something for everyone here.”

iPhone Tips, Tricks, Apps & Hacks Volume 5 is on sale now (8/9) from www.imaginebbokshop.co.uk and all good newsagents, priced £9.99.

Bounder’s World, the first game to come from Ian Stewart’s newly resurrected Gremlin Graphics label, Gremlin Presents, now has a release date.

It will be available to purchase for iPhone and iPad this coming Bank Holiday Monday, the 29^thAugust, and will sell for £0.69p (iPhone) and £2.99 (iPad).

This new version of the top-down platform puzzler is a complete reimaging of the original that has been rebuilt to pander entirely to the touch-screen platform. In addition to snazzy new retina display visuals and touch-screen controls, Bounder’s World will also feature new levels and a remixed soundtrack too.

If you’re a fan of the original (and who isn’t?) and have nothing planned this coming bank holiday then why not treat yourself to this new take on an old classic? In all seriousness, 69 pence wouldn’t even buy you half a tennis ball these days.

Yes the above logo says it all. Sonic CD is back and it’s heading to a number of digital services. Widely regarded by many fans as being one of the best games in the series, it introduced Metal Sonic to the world, featured a cool time-travel theme and had some truly excellent music. Providing you had the Japanese version…

Fortunately, Sega has seen amends and has added the excellent sound track to this new release. Expected later on in the year it will be available on digital platforms such as iOS, PSN, XBLA and Steam. We can’t wait!

As some of you may or may not know from our recent board game feature, I like board games. In fact I love them, almost as much (or maybe a little more than) videogames. I’m been slowly amassing a collection of new titles, as well as picking up some of my old favourites.

One such classic is MB’s Hero Quest, which was a collaboration with Games Workshop. Designed as a low-entry introduction to Games Workshop’s own products, it’s a highly enjoyable fantasy romp that has you descending into an ever changing dungeon and fighting the ever monsters found within.

Team play is essential in order to win, but that didn’t stop my eldest daughter form running off and doing her own thing on her first play through. Getting hammered by a zombie soon put a stop to that though, and it’s quickly become a firm family favourite, despite the fact that it’s now over 20 years old.

I’ve just picked up Descent, which is Hero Quest on a larger, far more dangerous scale, so don’t be surprised to see a blog appear in the not too distant future about it.