Retro-bit Is Bringing Hammerin Harry 1 + 2 to the NES

In this episode, we share the news that IREM and Retro-bit are once again teaming up to bring a 1-2 punch back to the NES with Hammerin Harry and Hammerin Harry 2, Daiku no Gen-san 2: Akage no Dan no Gyakushuu, getting the re-release treatment.

Retro-Bit Publishing: Hammerin’ Harry - Concrete Collection
SKU: RB-CT-1012
UPC: 849172014893
MSRP (NA/EU): $99.99 / €119,99

The Hammerin’ Harry Concrete Collection brings the first three titles together which stars one of Irem’s most recognizable characters - Harry! Our heroic carpenter stars in Hammerin’ Harry (featuring the NES® port of the original 1990 arcade released in North America in a cartridge for the first time) and Hammerin’ Harry 2: Dan the Red Strikes Back (officially released outside of Japan and translated for the first time). Each one is full of platforming action where you’ll take on the Rusty Nailers, Dr. Parallel, and a giant phantom all here to ruin Harry’s time with his girlfriend. So grab your trusty hammer and headband and… let’s get busy!

● Hammerin’ Harry Collector’s Edition for NES®
● Hammerin’ Harry 2: Dan the Red Strikes Back Collector’s Edition for NES®
● Special Edition Slipcase for Collector’s Editions

Retro-Bit Publishing: Hammerin’ Harry Collector's Edition for NES®
SKU: RB-CT-1009
UPC: 849172014862
MSRP (NA/EU): $54.99 / €64,99

The Rusty Nailers have begun to make their move in taking over all the construction in town, knocking over Harry’s home in the process! Even if the brave carpenter is alone, they know he poses a threat to their plans and have captured his love, Donna.

Leap into action across five stages with Harry’s trusty hammer and chase down those thugs all the way downtown and into the harbor. You’ll find out that there’s more to them than just construction. There’s no place for sinister organizations like this in your town… it’s time to bring down the hammer on their plans!

● Features the official NES® port of the original 1990 arcade - released for the first time in North America in a cartridge!
● Oak Wood Hammerin’ Harry 8-Bit Cartridge
● Numbered Deluxe Hardcover Cartridge Packaging
● Full-Colored Instruction Manual
● Exclusive Acrylic Cartridge Display Stand

Retro-Bit Publishing: Hammerin’ Harry 2: Dan the Red Strikes Back Collector's Edition for NES®
SKU: RB-CT-1010
UPC: 849172014879
MSRP (NA/EU): $54.99 / €64,99

Dan the Red is back and he wants revenge for his humiliation at the hands of Harry. He can’t go toe-to-toe with our favorite carpenter, but he knows where to strike Harry where it hurts the most - kidnapping Donna! What’s more, he’s also made off with Harry’s father while under the orders of Dr. Parallel who seems to have plans for the entire town.

Larger than before, you will guide our heroic Harry through eight stages to get to the bottom of Dan’s dastardly deeds and find out what this mad scientist has planned. Translated into English officially for the first time ever, this adventure is Harry’s largest to hit the 8-bit console. You won’t want to miss out!

● Officially released outside of Japan and translated for the first time
● Freshly Paved Hammerin’ Harry 2 8-Bit Cartridge
● Numbered Deluxe Hardcover Cartridge Packaging
● Full-Colored Instruction Manual
● Exclusive Acrylic Cartridge Display Stand

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