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Vectrex Mini interview - David Oghia talks up the nostalgic vector powerhouse

Having been wowed by the news of the Vectrex Mini at Gamescom , I rushed off some questions to VectrexOn's main man  David Oghia . After a post-event, well earned, break, he's kindly given us a lot of detail about the project and some new images of the unit to share.  His story mirrors mine somewhat, Vectrex represents a glowing, unaffordable, obelisk of gaming power from our youth! But he's had the energy and drive to do something about it, and met the right people to get the job done!  What first got you interested in Vectrex and what spawned the idea of a Mini version? I’ve always been passionate about retro-gaming, but my first love was computers rather than consoles — the ZX81, then the Commodore 128. I only really discovered the console world in the late 90s, which is when I got my very first Vectrex. Of course, I had seen it in stores back in 1983, but at that time it was far too expensive for me.  Today, I own five Vectrex systems at home. Vector-based games ...
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When Vikings get DLC and Japanese goodies

Sony's Viking horde must have been knackered after their initial rampage on to PS3 and Vita. So, the first batch of DLC gives them a chance to kick back, relax and kick off with some passive-aggressive pursuits to enjoy.


The new DLC is out this week and features:

  • 10 new vs. mode levels – Each one themed around recreational mayhem with a unique environmental hazard to watch out for. 
  • Solo Survival mode – A new single player game mode where you face off against waves history’s greatest warriors, survive as long as you can and get to the top of the leaderboards. 
  • New unlockable characters – Unlock 10 warriors in solo survival. Six new trophies – 
  • New specific challenges based around the DLC content to unlock. 

As well as all of the above, you'll be able to unlock the exclusive Japanese version's character The Tired Oyaji in the Relax pack you will also be able to purchase some new costumes based around everyone’s favourite Japanese cats, Toro and Kuro!

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