Evercade's Piko Interactive Collection 1 Returns, But Ditches Magic Girl

The beloved Evercade cartridge is back, but one game won't make the cut. Find out what's inside and why it's still a must-have.

Remember when you had to hunt down that elusive Piko Interactive Collection 1 cartridge for your Evercade? Well, good news: it's making a comeback. But there's a twist – one game is getting left behind.

Blaze Entertainment just announced that the legacy cartridge will be re-released, and while it's bringing back a fan favorite RPG, it's dropping Magic Girl from the lineup. If you were hoping to add that quirky title to your collection, you might be a little disappointed.

So what's actually on the cartridge? The star of the show is the "fan favorite RPG" – which is likely the reason this collection became so sought-after in the first place. Alongside that, you'll get a solid lineup of retro gems that Piko Interactive is known for. It's a mix that should satisfy any retro enthusiast.

The decision to remove Magic Girl probably comes down to licensing or rights issues – a common hurdle in the retro re-release game. But don't let that stop you from grabbing this when it hits shelves again.

If you missed out the first time, this is your second chance to own a piece of Evercade history. And even if you already have it, the re-release might tempt you to double-dip or gift it to a friend.

What do you think about the lineup change? Will you be picking this up when it drops? Let us know in the comments!