Renowned FPGA developer Jotego has broadened the horizons for retro gaming enthusiasts by releasing the new 'JTNINJA' OpenFPGA core on the Analogue Pocket.
The update offers dedicated support for two celebrated Data East arcade classics: Bad Dudes vs Dragon Ninja and Heavy Barrel.
This marks another significant step in bringing authentic arcade gaming experiences to modern FPGA-based hardware platforms. Jotego is well-known within the arcade preservation and FPGA development community for his meticulous efforts in accurately recreating classic arcade hardware.
His latest beta release, available exclusively to supporters on his Patreon platform, enables Analogue Pocket owners to enjoy faithful reproductions of these beloved Data East titles in handheld form.
The JTNINJA core, which had previously been released for the MiSTer FPGA platform, is now part of Jotego’s growing digital library bringing historical arcade games to new audiences. "We're thrilled to offer the JTNINJA core for Analogue Pocket," Jotego shared in a recent update.
"Making iconic titles like Bad Dudes vs Dragon Ninja and Heavy Barrel accessible on modern, portable hardware has always been an important goal.
Our focus remains on delivering accurate, reliable emulation that stays true to the original arcade experience." In addition to the new Data East core release, Jotego outlined progress on several upcoming projects.
Work continues on the Namco System 1 core, anticipated to support renowned arcade games like Splatterhouse and PacMania.
According to Jotego, the release of the Namco System 1 core is targetting a Halloween debut, aligning with the haunting themes of classic games such as Splatterhouse.
This update stands to further cement the Analogue Pocket and MiSTer platforms as premier destinations for FPGA-based arcade preservation. Jotego also confirmed that he and his team have successfully completed schematic extraction for Konami's arcade adaptation of the French comic hero Asterix.
This technical milestone brings the project closer to release, enabling future support for yet another sought-after coin-op title. Finally, fans of Capcom’s arcade legacy can celebrate the official public release of Jotego's core for Black Tiger.
Previously restricted to Patreon supporters, the Black Tiger core is now available for download to the wider FPGA community, further democratizing access to authentic arcade experiences. Jotego continues to garner recognition for his commitment to the preservation and accessibility of classic arcade games.
His projects exemplify the synergy between FPGA hardware such as Analogue Pocket and MiSTer, passionate developers, and dedicated gaming communities.
With regular releases and ongoing development, Jotego remains a central figure in the ongoing effort to keep arcade history alive for current and future generations.
The update offers dedicated support for two celebrated Data East arcade classics: Bad Dudes vs Dragon Ninja and Heavy Barrel.
This marks another significant step in bringing authentic arcade gaming experiences to modern FPGA-based hardware platforms. Jotego is well-known within the arcade preservation and FPGA development community for his meticulous efforts in accurately recreating classic arcade hardware.
His latest beta release, available exclusively to supporters on his Patreon platform, enables Analogue Pocket owners to enjoy faithful reproductions of these beloved Data East titles in handheld form.
The JTNINJA core, which had previously been released for the MiSTer FPGA platform, is now part of Jotego’s growing digital library bringing historical arcade games to new audiences. "We're thrilled to offer the JTNINJA core for Analogue Pocket," Jotego shared in a recent update.
"Making iconic titles like Bad Dudes vs Dragon Ninja and Heavy Barrel accessible on modern, portable hardware has always been an important goal.
Our focus remains on delivering accurate, reliable emulation that stays true to the original arcade experience." In addition to the new Data East core release, Jotego outlined progress on several upcoming projects.
Work continues on the Namco System 1 core, anticipated to support renowned arcade games like Splatterhouse and PacMania.
According to Jotego, the release of the Namco System 1 core is targetting a Halloween debut, aligning with the haunting themes of classic games such as Splatterhouse.
This update stands to further cement the Analogue Pocket and MiSTer platforms as premier destinations for FPGA-based arcade preservation. Jotego also confirmed that he and his team have successfully completed schematic extraction for Konami's arcade adaptation of the French comic hero Asterix.
This technical milestone brings the project closer to release, enabling future support for yet another sought-after coin-op title. Finally, fans of Capcom’s arcade legacy can celebrate the official public release of Jotego's core for Black Tiger.
Previously restricted to Patreon supporters, the Black Tiger core is now available for download to the wider FPGA community, further democratizing access to authentic arcade experiences. Jotego continues to garner recognition for his commitment to the preservation and accessibility of classic arcade games.
His projects exemplify the synergy between FPGA hardware such as Analogue Pocket and MiSTer, passionate developers, and dedicated gaming communities.
With regular releases and ongoing development, Jotego remains a central figure in the ongoing effort to keep arcade history alive for current and future generations.
