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Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 on Nintendo Switch — What’s Included and How the Ports Perform
A focused look at Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 for Nintendo Switch, detailing included games, bonus materials, original platforms, developer involvement,...
Metal Canary Wii Port Confirmed for Canal 3 Expo — NaiAdventure Brings Dreamcast Shmup to Nintendo Wii
Brazilian homebrew studio NaiAdventure is bringing Metal Canary, a vertically-scrolling shmup originally developed for Dreamcast emulation, to the Nintendo Wii with a...
Arkanoid: Revenge of Doh Hits Arcade Archives on Nintendo Switch and Next‑Gen Platforms
Taito's 1987 arcade sequel Arkanoid: Revenge of Doh receives standalone Arcade Archives releases on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PS4, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S...
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Nintendo Switch 2: Portable FromSoftware Epic Reviewed
A hands-on look at Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2. Coverage includes performance, content (base game plus Shadow of the Erdtree), portability, and...
Commodore 77: Cyberpunk 2077 Commodore 64 Special Edition Revealed
Commodore International and CD PROJEKT RED have announced the Commodore 77, a Cyberpunk 2077-themed Commodore 64 special edition featuring an exclusive demo, upgraded...
FZ: Formation Z on Nintendo Switch 2 Review — Granzella’s Revival Hits Performance Snags
A thorough look at FZ: Formation Z on Nintendo Switch 2 from Granzella, covering gameplay, transformation mechanics, unlockables, difficulty, and the performance...
Verho – Curse of Faces Nintendo Switch review: A King's Field–inspired retro RPG worth exploring
An in-depth look at Verho – Curse of Faces on Nintendo Switch. Coverage of design, gameplay, presentation, influences from King's Field and FromSoftware, and a summary...
70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X Nintendo Switch Remaster Preserves Classic 1999 PlayStation Mecha Experience
Bliss Brain's remaster of 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X brings the cult 1999 PlayStation shooter to Nintendo Switch with HD video, quality-of-life features, and a...
The James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough — System 3 Announces Nintendo Switch 2 Release
System 3 is bringing The James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough to Nintendo Switch 2 this October, a limited physical and digital collection that compiles 12...
Assassin's Creed Shadows on Nintendo Switch 2: How Ubisoft's Sengoku-Era Action-RPG Runs on Nintendo Hardware
A close look at Assassin's Creed Shadows on Nintendo Switch 2 — port performance, gameplay, setting in Sengoku-era Kansai, dual protagonists Naoe and Yasuke, and...
Street Fighter 6 Year 4 DLC: Yasmine Debuts as Capcom Adds Four New Characters
Capcom’s Street Fighter 6 Year 4 DLC introduces four brand-new fighters — Yasmine, Arjun, Tifa, and Bosch — without new stages or World Tour integration. Read an...
Michael Cranford Returns to Finish Shadow Snare on Commodore 64
Veteran designer Michael Cranford has resumed development of Adventure 2: Shadow Snare as a native Commodore 64 CRPG, working in 6502 assembly and showing a playable...
Commodore TAC-2 Joystick Revival Sees Pre-Orders Marred by High Shipping Complaints
Commodore International has opened pre-orders for a modern TAC-2 joystick recreation with Atari 9‑pin compatibility, but customers in the UK and Europe report steep...
Blue Reflection: Quartet on Nintendo Switch 2 — Gust’s RPGs Arrive, But Performance and Extras Underwhelm
Blue Reflection: Quartet brings Gust's two console RPGs to Nintendo Switch 2 alongside anime and mobile-game tie-ins; here's what works, what doesn't, and technical...
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition review — Monolith Soft’s JRPG gets a technical and QoL refresh
An in-depth look at Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition from Monolith Soft: technical upgrades, quality-of-life changes, and what the review copy reveals...
Chase H.Q. ZX Spectrum: Mike Tyson Cameo Revealed by Ocean Software Artist
Ocean Software artist Bill Harbison reveals a hidden Mike Tyson portrait in the 1989 ZX Spectrum conversion of Taito's 1988 arcade hit Chase H.Q.
Heave Ho 2 Nintendo Switch Review: Cooperative Chaos Returns on Switch
Heave Ho 2 for Nintendo Switch brings new worlds, online play, and GameShare support to the grab-and-fling co-op formula. Our review of the Switch version, tested with...
Thin Ice Commodore 64 Release: New C64 Arcade Action from Gremlin Veterans
Thin Ice launches digitally as a D64 for the Commodore 64 on July 22. Developed by Gremlin Graphics alumni Christian Shrigley and Terry Lloyd and published by Thalamus...
R-Type Dimensions III on Nintendo Switch: Post-Patch Remake Still Falls Short
An in-depth look at R-Type Dimensions III on Nintendo Switch, the ININ Games-published remake of the Super NES classic R-Type III, assessing post-launch patches, core...
Cyberpunk 2077 on Nintendo Switch 2: Ultimate Edition Review and Port Analysis
A detailed review and technical overview of Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition on Nintendo Switch 2, examining the port, performance, Phantom Liberty inclusion, and what...
Commodore Callback 8020 Sales Surge: Commodore Calls It 'Biggest Moment in Modern History'
Commodore says its Callback 8020 dumbphone matched the first month's sales of the Commodore 64 Ultimate in three days and has become the company's most successful...
Atelier Yumia Switch 2 Edition Review: Switch 2 Upgrade Struggles With Performance
An authoritative look at the Atelier Yumia Switch 2 Edition upgrade—coverage of performance, modes, and whether Switch owners should buy the paid upgrade.
Rise of the Tomb Raider on Nintendo Switch: What the 20 Year Celebration Port Delivers
A clear look at the Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration port for Nintendo Switch, its content, performance notes, and how it fits into Tomb Raider's release...
Fantasy Life i on Nintendo Switch: Level-5’s Life-Sim Returns — Review Summary and Context
A journalistic look at Fantasy Life i and the franchise’s return to modern Nintendo hardware, with background on Level-5, platform history, and a concise summary of...
Legend of Kage Console Archives Release: Famicom Port Headed to Switch 2 and PS5 on June 18, 2026
Hamster brings Taito's 1985 arcade classic Legend of Kage's Famicom port to Console Archives on Switch 2 and PS5 on June 18, 2026. Details on platforms, pricing, and...
Commodore Callback 8020: Retro Flip Phone Revives Commodore Brand with Sailfish OS and Curated Commodore 64 Games
Commodore has announced the Callback 8020 flip phone running Jolla's Sailfish OS, with Commodore 64 game support, privacy-first features, and pre-orders opening June...
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition — Switch 2 Edition Review and Technical Analysis
A technical and feature-focused report on Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition — Switch 2 Edition from Monolith Soft, covering performance, new content, and the...
Gobliiins Collection Nintendo Switch Review: Classic Point-and-Click Set Preserves 1990s Quirk
A close look at Gobliiins Collection on Nintendo Switch: what the compilation includes, controls and extras, and why fans will appreciate this mostly complete package.
Commodore Teases New Hardware Reveal June 16 — Commodore 64 Ultimate Surpasses 30,000 Units
Commodore CEO Christian Simpson teases a new forward-looking hardware project following the Commodore 64 Ultimate's 30,000+ unit manufacturing milestone. Reveal...
Commodore 64C Ultimate announced: FPGA-powered Commodore 64 remake available for pre-order
Commodore International has announced the Commodore 64C Ultimate, an FPGA-based remake of the 1986 C64C with original tooling, three preorder editions, and...
Commodore International Welcomes Gaming Icon Larry Hryb as Community Development Advisor
Larry Hryb, known as Major Nelson and renowned for his time at Xbox, has joined Commodore International to spearhead community engagement initiatives as the company...
The Last Ninja Collection Brings Classic Commodore Hits to Nintendo Switch with Kickstarter Success
The Last Ninja Collection, featuring remastered classics from System 3, achieves rapid Kickstarter funding and confirms a Nintendo Switch release date.
Barbarian 1987: Palace Software’s Iconic Game Returns to Atari 8-Bit with Unofficial Port
Palace Software's Barbarian, notorious for its bold advertising and violent gameplay, now receives an unofficial Atari 8-bit port decades after its 1987 release on...
Bubble Bobble: Lost Cave — Fan Team Launches New Commodore 64 Port Inspired by Taito Classic
Bubble Bobble: Lost Cave debuts as a Commodore 64 fan project, expanding on the legacy of Taito's classic arcade game with updated visuals, 100 levels, and development...
The Commodore 64 Documentary: Creators Launch Crowdfunding for New Film Celebrating the C64 Legacy
Nicola and Anthony Caulfield announce a new documentary on the iconic Commodore 64, featuring interviews with its original creators, developers, and fans. The project...
Commodore 64 Documentary Kickstarter Nearly Reaches Half of £55,000 Goal in 12 Hours
Nicola and Anthony Caulfield's new documentary 'Commodore 64: The Birth of a Cultural Icon' has launched on Kickstarter and raised nearly half of its £55,000 target...
Retro Games Ltd. Revives the Iconic Quickshot II Joystick for Modern Platforms
Retro Games Ltd. announces the return of the legendary Quickshot II joystick, updated with USB connectivity and modern features, set for a January 2026 release.
Rebecca Heineman's Legacy: Dragon Wars Remaster Was in Development at Time of Passing
Legendary game designer Rebecca Heineman was actively developing a remaster of Dragon Wars before her passing, with Jennell Jaquays serving as art director. Explore...
Commodore 64 Ultimate Relaunch Sparks Legal Dispute Between Rival Commodore Entities
The relaunch of the Commodore 64 Ultimate has triggered a trademark dispute between Commodore Industries S.r.l. and the revived Commodore International, as both...
Oliver Twins Announce Ghost Hunters Reboot for RichCast Amid Generative AI Controversy
The Oliver Twins return with a modern reboot of Ghost Hunters for the RichCast platform, but their heavy use of generative AI sparks conversation in the gaming industry.
James Pond collection Nintendo Switch 2 Confirmed: The James Pond Legacy Arrives in October
System 3’s The James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough collection is confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 this October, bringing four classic Pond titles across Amiga,...
The James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough — System 3 Confirms Switch 2 Release and Addresses AI Artwork Claims
System 3's James Pond collection, The James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough, is due on Nintendo Switch 2 and other platforms in October 2026. The publisher...
Bubble Bobble Remastered: Unofficial C64 Port Receives Stunning Graphics Overhaul
Discover how the unofficial Bubble Bobble Remastered revitalizes the classic 1987 C64 port with fully redesigned sprites and modern visual enhancements, offering...
Elite Set to Revive Lost Classic 'Scooby Doo In The Castle Mystery' for Modern and Retro Platforms
Veteran publisher Elite is resurrecting the long-lost 'Scooby Doo In The Castle Mystery', originally planned for ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, and Amstrad CPC, aiming for...
Former Media Molecule Co-Founder Continues Work on LittleBigPlanet Commodore 64 Demake
Mark Healey, ex-Media Molecule co-founder, shares progress on his ongoing fan project: a Commodore 64 demake of LittleBigPlanet, highlighting his passion for...
ZX Spectrum Next Kickstarter Breaks Records with New 8-bit Computer Cores and Game Announcements
ZX Spectrum Next's latest Kickstarter smashes funding goals, unlocking new 8-bit computer cores and exclusive games, further establishing SpecNext Ltd's hardware as a...
ZX Spectrum Next Kickstarter Smashes Targets, Adds Amstrad CPC Core and New Games
The ZX Spectrum Next Kickstarter campaign exceeds expectations, unlocking new stretch goals including an Amstrad CPC core, acclaimed game remakes, and fresh adventures...
Commodore 64 Ultimate Edition Announced: FPGA Revival Brings Classic C64 to Modern Audiences
Commodore International unveils its first official hardware in over 30 years with the Commodore 64 Ultimate Edition, an FPGA-powered recreation of the iconic C64....
Jixa Lady Tiger Channels Commodore 64 Nostalgia—Available Now on PC
Jixa Lady Tiger, developed by Oscar Celestini, brings authentic Commodore 64 visuals and classic gameplay to PC. Discover its features, inspirations, and release...
Jixa Lady Tiger Brings Retro C64-Inspired Action to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC
Jixa Lady Tiger, a nostalgic indie game with Commodore 64 vibes by Oscar Celestini, gears up for a multi-platform release after a successful PC debut, targeting...
Nigel Mansell’s World Championship: Lost Commodore 64 Game Finally Uncovered After 33 Years
The unreleased Commodore 64 version of Nigel Mansell’s World Championship has resurfaced after more than three decades, allowing retro gaming enthusiasts to experience...
Return to Blacktooth: Head Over Heels Sequel Announced for Amiga and Atari ST After 36 Years
Thalamus Digital and Atari announce 'Return to Blacktooth,' a long-awaited sequel to the classic Head Over Heels, coming to Amiga, Atari ST, and more retro platforms...
SNK vs. Capcom Stronger Edition Adds 16 Fighters in Major C64/C128 Homebrew Update
The unofficial SNK vs. Capcom Stronger Edition for Commodore 64 and C128 introduces 16 new characters and enhanced features in its latest fan-driven update.
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.
Fan Remaster Revamps Toki's Ocean Software Commodore 64 Port with Enhanced Sprites and Audio
A dedicated fan remaster is set to breathe new life into Ocean Software's 1991 Commodore 64 port of Toki, updating its graphics, sound, and gameplay to better match...
C64 - The Mysterious Cassette: Allister Brimble Scores Darkage Software's New Retro Text Adventure
Darkage Software's C64 - The Mysterious Cassette, scored by veteran composer Allister Brimble and adapted from Carlo Pastore's novel, is live on store pages but...
Codemasters and Camerica's Unreleased NES CD-ROM Drive: A Forgotten Chapter in Nintendo History
Explore the untold story of Codemasters and Camerica's ambitious but unreleased NES CD-ROM drive, and how it mirrored a pivotal era in gaming hardware innovation.
Remute Announces Exclusive Commodore 64 Album ‘To The Bone’—Pre-Order Now Available
Electronic artist Remute releases his new album 'To The Bone' exclusively for the Commodore 64, available on cartridge and digital formats. Discover details on...
Roger Kean obituary: Newsfield co-founder behind CRASH and Zzap!64 dies
Obituary and career retrospective for Roger Kean, Newsfield co-founder and influential editor behind CRASH and Zzap!64, covering his role in UK video games journalism...
Impossible Mission 3: Icon64 Unveils Teaser and Pre-Order Details for Upcoming Commodore 64 Release
Icon64 revives the legendary Impossible Mission series with a new Commodore 64 sequel, offering collector's editions, digital downloads, and enhanced gameplay for...