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San Francisco Rush 2049 Receives Native PC Port Through Project R Fan Initiative
A native PC port of Atari Games' San Francisco Rush 2049 is now available, thanks to the Project R fan project. The release brings enhanced visuals and performance for...
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The Sega Saturn vs. PlayStation: A Defining Moment in Console History
Explore the pivotal launch battle between Sega Saturn and Sony PlayStation, detailing strategies, pricing, and the impact on the gaming market in the 1990s.
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Totally Reliable Delivery Service: Definitive Edition Announced for Nintendo Switch with Major Update and Physical Release
Totally Reliable Delivery Service receives a definitive edition for Nintendo Switch, with a major free update, new paid DLC, and a complete physical release featuring...
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Heart of Neon Documentary Kickstarter Launches May 22, 2025: A Deep Dive into Jeff Minter and Llamasoft
The Blu-Ray Kickstarter campaign for Heart of Neon, the definitive Jeff Minter documentary, launches May 22, 2025. Explore how this project captures Llamasoft's legacy...
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Polymega Teases Atari-Themed Element Module on Official Site Update
The multi-system retro console Polymega signals the imminent arrival of its sixth Element Module, likely themed around Atari, following a recent website update and...
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Evercade Adds Mouse Support with Latest Firmware Update: Enhanced Controls for Select Games on Alpha and VS Consoles
Evercade introduces beta mouse support for Alpha, VS, and VS-R systems, enabling new gameplay options and paddle control emulation for select Atari titles. Learn which...
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STDOOM: Developer Jonas 'Indyjo' Eschenburg Brings Doom to the Atari ST
Developer Jonas "Indyjo" Eschenburg is porting Doom to the Atari ST, overcoming significant hardware limitations. Learn about the STDOOM project, technical hurdles,...
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Atari and Llamasoft Bring Classic Arcade Shooter I, Robot to Nintendo Switch
Atari and developer Llamasoft have released I, Robot, a modern reimagining of the innovative 1984 arcade shooter, now available on Nintendo Switch via the eShop....
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Atari 2600 My Play Watch Brings Retro Gaming to Your Wrist – Official Release Date and Features Revealed
Discover the Atari 2600 My Play Watch, a retro gaming smartwatch launching June 10, 2025, featuring Atari classics like Pong and Centipede. See price, features, and...
Virtua Fighter’s Influence on Atari Jaguar’s Fight For Life: A Retrospective Look at 3D Fighting Games
Explore the history of Sega’s Virtua Fighter and Atari Jaguar’s Fight For Life, revealing development insights, industry connections, and Sega’s legal considerations,...
Tiger-Heli Heads to Atari Platforms: Classic Arcade Shooter Launches July 18th
Toaplan's Tiger-Heli receives its first official Atari console release, coming to Atari 2600+, Atari 7800, and Atari 7800+ this July. Discover release details,...
Understanding the 1983 Video Game Crash: Divergent Impacts in the US, Japan, and Europe
Explore how the 1983 Video Game Crash affected North America, Europe, and Japan differently—featuring insights from industry experts and highlighting Nintendo's...
Missile Command Delta Announced: Atari Revives Classic Arcade Shooter with Turn-Based Strategy for Nintendo Switch
Atari partners with Mighty Yell and 13AM Games to reinvent Missile Command as a turn-based tactical game for Nintendo Switch, bringing strategic gameplay and Cold War...
I, Robot Launches on Nintendo Switch: Atari and Llamasoft Revamp Arcade Classic for April 2025 Release
Atari and Llamasoft bring the legendary 1984 arcade shooter I, Robot to the Nintendo Switch, with a modern psychedelic update set for release on April 17, 2025....
Sigma Star Saga DX: WayForward's GBA Classic Returns to Nintendo Switch with Collector’s Edition
WayForward and Limited Run Games announce Sigma Star Saga DX, an enhanced re-release of the 2005 GBA cult favorite, coming to Nintendo Switch and modern platforms with...
I, Robot: Jeff Minter and Llamasoft Reimagine Atari Classic for Nintendo Switch in 2025
Atari announces 'I, Robot', a new psychedelic reimagining by Jeff Minter and Llamasoft, launching for Nintendo Switch in Spring 2025. Get the details on its features,...
Breakout Beyond Revives Atari Classic for Nintendo Switch and Modern Platforms
Atari’s brick-breaking classic returns as Breakout Beyond, revamped by Choice Provisions for Nintendo Switch, PC, and consoles with new features and cooperative play.
Zzap! 100th Issue AI Cover Stirs Debate in Retro Gaming Community
The revived Italian Zzap! magazine marks its 100th issue but draws criticism for using AI-generated cover art.
Quarter Arcades Announces Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja and Lunar Lander 1/4 Scale Arcade Cabinets
Quarter Arcades expands their collectible arcade lineup with new Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja and Lunar Lander cabinets, offering authentic 1/4-scale experiences for...
Atari and Nubeo Unveil Limited Edition Asteroids Watch Series: Fewer Than 700 Units Produced
Atari partners with luxury watchmaker Nubeo to release a limited-edition Asteroids-inspired timepiece, featuring unique design elements and exclusive availability....
Atari Jaguar Classic Atari Karts Returns: Songbird Productions Announces New Print Run with Wormhole 2000 and SpideX
Songbird Productions brings back rare Atari Jaguar titles Atari Karts, Wormhole 2000, and SpideX with fresh reprints for collectors and retro gaming fans.
Atari Reports Strong 2024 Growth Amid Retro Game Launches and Key Studio Acquisitions
Atari details a successful 2024, highlighting new retro game releases, strategic acquisitions like Digital Eclipse and Nightdive Studios, and the launch of the Atari...
Graveyard Keeper Undead Edition Receives Physical Release on Nintendo Switch in March 2025
Graveyard Keeper, developed by Lazy Bear Games and published by tinyBuild, is set for a physical Nintendo Switch release in March 2025. The Undead Edition will include...
Evercade and SNK Announce Neo Geo Collaboration for 2025 and 2026
Blaze Entertainment and SNK are teaming up to bring new Neo Geo products to the Evercade platform in 2025 and 2026, marking a landmark partnership in retro gaming.
Atari 7800+ Review: Hardware, Compatibility, and Game Lineup for Modern Retro Gaming
Discover how the Atari 7800+ brings classic gaming to modern TVs, its compatibility with original cartridges, and a closer look at updated hardware and new game releases.
Bitmap Books’ Founder Sam Dyer Discusses Nostalgia, Growth, and Preservation in Gaming Publishing
Sam Dyer, founder of Bitmap Books, shares insights into the company’s approach to video game nostalgia, responsible growth, and its role in industry preservation, as...
Atari Secures Rights to Classic Simulation Game Transport Tycoon for Future Expansion
Atari acquires Chris Sawyer's Transport Tycoon, signaling plans for expanded distribution, new content, and preservation of the iconic simulation title.
Intellivision Amico’s Tommy Tallarico Triumphs at Backgammon World Championship Amidst Industry Turmoil
Former Intellivision CEO Tommy Tallarico wins big at the Backgammon World Championship following the turbulent saga of the Intellivision Amico, offering inspiration to...
Atari CEO Expresses Interest in Ogre Battle Remaster Collaboration with Square Enix
Atari's Wade Rosen reveals ambitions for Infogrames as a preservationist publisher, expressing a keen interest in partnering with Square Enix to revisit the classic...
Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary Bringing Classic Puzzler to Modern Platforms
Boulder Dash celebrates its 40th anniversary with a new edition featuring 180 fresh levels, collaboration with original developers, and modern visuals, coming soon to...
Limited Run Games Announces Tomba 2 Revival and Bubsy In: The Purrfect Collection for Nintendo Switch and Modern Platforms
Limited Run Games unveils a lineup of classic game revivals at its recent showcase, including Tomba 2, Bubsy In: The Purrfect Collection, and more for Nintendo Switch...
Computer Space Replica at The Arcade Museum: 1971 Arcade Classic Recreated with 3D Printing and CRT Hardware
The Arcade Museum in Stroud has commissioned a 3D-printed working replica of Computer Space, the first commercially released arcade video game (1971). The project,...
Atari Revives Infogrames Label: A Triumphant Return to European Gaming Heritage
Atari reintroduces the Infogrames publishing label, blending retro nostalgia with innovation on platforms like Nintendo Switch. Explore the legacy and new direction...
CEX Partners with Tech Centre to Offer Retro Console Repairs for Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, Sega, and Atari Hardware
British retailer CEX joins forces with Tech Centre to provide a streamlined, 'no fix, no fee' retro gaming hardware repair service covering classic consoles from...
Mortal Kombat Fan Port Debuts Pre-Alpha Build on Atari Jaguar via Patreon
TRU FUN Games releases a pre-alpha build of their Mortal Kombat fan port for Atari Jaguar on Patreon, offering a glimpse into the ongoing development of this ambitious...
Atari Acquires Digital Eclipse: Retro Dev Powerhouse Joins Forces After 'Atari 50' Success
Digital Eclipse, acclaimed for classic game compilations like Atari 50 and Mega Man Legacy Collection, has been officially acquired by Atari, granting the studio...
Arcade1Up Unveils Time Crisis Arcade Cabinet with Three Classic Namco Games
Arcade1Up officially announces a replica arcade cabinet for Time Crisis, bundling it with three other Namco gun game classics. Explore the cabinet's features, launch...
Atari and Playmaji Announce Strategic Collaboration for Retro Hardware and Software Innovation
Atari partners with Polymega maker Playmaji to enhance retro gaming through new hardware modules, digital game offerings, and expanded compatibility for Atari VCS and...
Atari Acquires Night Dive Studios to Strengthen Retro Game Portfolio
Atari has officially acquired Night Dive Studios, renowned for reviving classic titles such as System Shock, Quake, and Doom 64, in a strategic move to enhance its...
Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration Review – A Must-Have Retrospective on Nintendo Switch
Explore our in-depth review of Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration on Nintendo Switch, a compilation celebrating five decades of gaming history with over 100 classic...
A500 Mini review: Retro Games Ltd's Amiga micro-console brings 25 classic Amiga games to modern TVs
A detailed look at the A500 Mini from Retro Games Ltd — hardware, bundled software, emulation features, and how the miniature Amiga stacks up against other retro mini...
Boulder Dash Deluxe Brings Classic Gem-Collecting Fun to Nintendo Switch
Boulder Dash Deluxe, the modern revival of the iconic 1984 puzzle game, launches on Nintendo Switch with new worlds, levels, and features, including contributions from...
Fitness Boxing 2 Nintendo Switch Review: Rhythm, Workout Features, and What Changed
An authoritative review of Fitness Boxing 2: Rhythm & Exercise on Nintendo Switch. Coverage includes release details, gameplay features, profile transfer, Joy-Con...
Atari Hotels Set to Open in Las Vegas and Phoenix with Gaming-Focused Experiences
Atari and GSD Group launch Atari Hotels in Nevada and Arizona, blending retro and modern video game culture with esports facilities, arcades, and immersive hospitality.
Atari Hotels Announced: Atari Partners With GSD Group to Launch Video Game-Themed Accommodations
Atari teams up with GSD Group to create Atari Hotels, a new line of video game-themed hotels in the United States, blending nostalgia with modern VR, AR, and eSports...
Octopath Traveler Nintendo Switch review: HD-2D throwback that earned its hype
A detailed look at Octopath Traveler on Nintendo Switch — its Nintendo Direct reveal, HD-2D art, eight-protagonist design, combat, and legacy from Square Enix and...
Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles on Nintendo Switch — A Combat-Free Open-World Success
Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles for Nintendo Switch is a polished, non-combat open-world adventure from Prideful Sloth. Read our detailed, journalist take on...
Nintendo Revolutionized Gaming Controllers: A Look Back at Wii Remote Innovation
Explore how Nintendo's breakthrough controller for the Wii, first announced for the Revolution console, changed gaming with motion-sensing technology and unique design...