ON THIS DAY IN GAMING
August 28
The games released on this day in gaming history.
79 releases · Retro platforms, 1985–2010 · show all platforms and years
29 Years AgoJikkyou Pawafuru Puroyakyu '97: Kaimaku-ban
PlayStationJapan
Jikkyou Pawafuru Puroyakyu '97 Kaimaku-ban is a side-series entry in the Pawapuro series based on Jikkyou Pawafuru Puroyakyu 3 for the Super Famicom. It features an updated roster that is in line with the contemporaneous NPB season.
26 Years AgoSega GT
DreamcastNorth America
With a nod towards GT2, Sega tosses in their entry in the race-career-category, meaning that this game is all about racing.
25 Years AgoStretch Panic
PS2North America
Stretch Panic is an action/platform video game designed by Treasure Co. Ltd. It was a landmark title for the developer as it was their first game to feature movement on a 3D plane; prior to Stretch Panic they had exclusively been a developer of 2D titles.
25 Years AgoTennis
PlayStationNorth America
This is a cartoon style tennis challenge that requires all your skill! Pick a character and journey through the game's tournament mode, or simply try your hand in free mode. Choose from different court surfaces and different match setup options.
25 Years AgoESPN Final Round Golf 2002
Game Boy AdvanceNorth America
Golf action has moved from the greens to the portable convenience of the Game Boy Advance. Choose from 14 golfers, 5 courses and a variety of club. You will experience realistic weather conditions such as wind, rain and sunshine on the fairway.
24 Years AgoChessmaster
Game Boy AdvanceNorth America
The Best-Selling Computer Chess Game now available on your favorite console! * Choose from 18 opponents with a range of levels and strategies. * Improve your game with a full tutorial mode. * Learn new strategies from over 150 famous record…
23 Years AgoSega Ages 2500 Vol. 2: Monaco GP
RemakePS2Japan
Monaco GP is a remake of the original 1979 arcade release of Monaco GP, sporting vastly updated graphics and audio.
23 Years AgoSega Ages 2500 Vol. 3: Fantasy Zone
RemakePS2Japan
The third game in the Sega Ages 2500 line, this is a remake of the side-scrolling shoot-em-up Fantasy Zone.
23 Years AgoShirachuu Tankenbu
PS2Japan
Adventure game from Taito, in which the happenings of two summers -- one past, one present -- intersect. Set in a ficticious small-town, the mature plot deals with friendship and memories.
23 Years AgoCupid Bistro!! 2
PS2Japan
Cupid Bistro!! 2 has the player returning to the world of magical cooking. Like in the last game, players manage a magical restaurant in a business simulation; to obtain ingredients, they can venture forth in the game's RPG mode.
23 Years AgoNatsuyume Yawa
PS2Japan
The story centers around a young boy by the name of Reiji Oumi. When his sister suddenly dies, Reiji, along with Kotori and Ryouko each withdraw, not wanting to accept the fact.
21 Years AgoTwinkle Star Sprites: La Petite Princesse
PS2Japan
Twinkle Star Sprites: La Petite Princesse (ティンクルスタースプライツ ～La Petite Princesse～) is a scrolling shooter developed by SNK Playmore for the PlayStation 2 released exclusively in Japan on July 28, 2005. It is the sequel to to Twinkle Star Sprites.
21 Years AgoFutari wa Precure Max Heart: Maji? Maji!? Fight de IN Janai
Game Boy AdvanceJapan
The second Pretty Cure game for Game Boy Advance.
19 Years AgoThe Wild West
Nintendo DSNorth America
Shoot bad guys, collect gold and stop a train robbery in The Wild West. Use the Touch Screen to shoot and throw dynamite in both 2D and 3D levels set in wild, untamed environments. Put on your cowboy hat and load up your six-shooters for the gun-slinging fun of The Wild West!
18 Years AgoNeon Genesis Evangelion: Ayanami Raising Project with Asuka Supplementing Project
Nintendo DSJapan
In Ayanami Raising Project, the player takes on the role of a NERV officer who has just been assigned to Tokyo-3. Upon meeting with Commander Gendo Ikari, he is charged with taking care of the First Child, the mysterious Evangelion pilot Rei Ayanami.
18 Years AgoYotsunoha ~A Journey of Sincerity~
PortPS2Japan
This PlayStation 2 release removes the erotic content, but adds new CG events. The game focuses on four female protagonists and features the story that plays in pre-determined order of selection.
18 Years AgoPiyotan Oyashiki Sennyuu Daisakusen!
PS2Japan
Piyo-Tan: Oyashiki Sennyuu Daisakusen! is a visual novel, developed and published by Prototype, which was released in Japan in 2008.
18 Years AgoTo Love-Ru: Waku-waku! Rinkangakkou-hen
Nintendo DSJapan
To Love-Ru Trouble: Waku Waku! Rinkangakkou-Hen is an visual novel, developed and published by Marvelous Entertainment, which was released in Japan in 2008.
18 Years AgoTang Tang
Game Boy AdvanceNorth America
This GBA game mimics the gameplay of Solomon's Key. Players are tasked with creating and destroying blocks to collect items and reach stage exits.
18 Years AgoMajin Tantei Nougami Neuro: Battle da yo! Hannin Shuugou!
PS2Japan
A game adaption of the “Majin Tantei Nougami Neuro” series.
18 Years AgoKatekyou Hitman Reborn!: Nerae!? Ring x Vongola Trainers
PS2Japan
Katekyou Hitman Reborn!: Nerae!? Ring x Vongola Trainers is a Visual Novel video game published by Marvelous Entertainment released on August 28th, 2008 for the PlayStation 2.
18 Years AgoRed Bull BC One
Nintendo DSEurope
Red Bull BC One is a rhythm game developed by Smack Down Productions and published by Playlogic Entertainment and Ignition Entertainment for Nintendo DS in 2008. The game is based on the Red Bull BC One breakdancing competition organized by the energy drink company Red Bull.
18 Years AgoRace Driver: Grid
PortNintendo DSAustralia
Grid will take players to beautifully realised and dramatic race locations over three continents to compete in an unprecedented variety of racing events.
18 Years AgoHanshin Tigers DS
Nintendo DSJapan
Hanshin Tigers DS is a Sports game, developed and published by Spike, which was released in Japan in 2008.
Game data provided by IGDB.com. Original release dates only – not the dates of fan translations.