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Hackensack Warehouse Discovery Connects Nintendo Entertainment System Test Market to 1985 Launch
A team of retro-gaming researchers located the Hackensack, New Jersey warehouse used in Nintendo's 1985 North American NES test-market launch. Background on the...
Indie World Showcase October 28 2026: Nintendo Confirms 15-Minute Indie Stream for Nintendo Switch
Nintendo has scheduled an Indie World Showcase for October 28, 2026. The 15-minute livestream will focus on indie games for Nintendo Switch and the eShop.
Metroid Prime Remastered Cameo in Slow Horses Highlights Nintendo Switch Gameplay
Metroid Prime Remastered appears in Apple TV+'s Slow Horses, with a character shown playing the Retro Studios remaster on a Nintendo Switch. Screenshots circulated on...
Nintendo 3DS Network Maintenance Schedule: 26–29 October 2026 Updates for 3DS, Switch and Nintendo Store
Nintendo has published its weekly network maintenance schedule covering the 3DS, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Online cloud saves and the Nintendo Store mobile app...
Gail Tilden Virtual Boy Interview: Nintendo Power's Struggle to Cover the Ill-Fated Console
Gail Tilden reflects on promoting the Virtual Boy and covering Tetris during her tenure at Nintendo Power. The Retro Gamer interview highlights editorial challenges at...
Hyper Duel Soundtrack Release: 2-Disc CD for Technosoft's Sega Saturn Shooter Arrives November 26, 2026
Technosoft's Hyper Duel receives a 2-disc CD soundtrack release in Japan on November 26, 2026. Details on track listings, contributors, price, and where to pre-order.
The Eggcellent Dizzy Collection Kickstarter: Oliver Twins Bring Mega Drive/Genesis Dizzy Classics Back
The Oliver Twins have announced The Eggcellent Dizzy Collection, a Mega Drive/Genesis cartridge compilation celebrating Dizzy's 40th anniversary. The Kickstarter...
StormLord Nudity Code Discovered in Sega Genesis Port — Hidden Cheats Unearthed
A code researcher uncovered a hidden 'nudity code' and other cheat sequences in the 1990 Sega Genesis port of StormLord. The discovery sheds light on sprite changes...
Analogue 3D Named to TIME Best Inventions of 2026: A Hardware-First Renaissance for N64 Fans
TIME magazine honored the Analogue 3D in its Best Inventions of 2026 list. The FPGA-based N64 reproduction, released November 2025, offers native cartridge support,...
Krikzz Optical Drive Emulator: EverDrive Maker Moves Into ODEs for PSOne and Retro Consoles
Krikzz, creator of the EverDrive flash carts, is developing an Optical Drive Emulator (ODE) for disc-based retro consoles. Read verified details on the prototype,...
Super Mario 64 on Vectrex: Homebrew Port Shows N64 Classic Running as Vector Wireframes
A homebrew video shows Super Mario 64 rendered as vector wireframes on the Vectrex using ArcadeJason's UVMC2 hardware. Details on the build, creators, and platform...
ESA Urges USTR to Label Anbernic 'Superfake' in Handheld Emulation Crackdown
The Entertainment Software Association has asked the U.S. Trade Representative to classify Chinese handheld maker Anbernic as a 'Superfake' on the annual Notorious...
SenXin Aleste Coming to Nintendo Switch and PS5 on March 18, 2027 — M2 Celebrates ShotTriggers 10th Anniversary
M2 reveals SenXin Aleste (Senjin Aleste) for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on March 18, 2027, including the original arcade version and a new arranged mode with...
Anbernic RG DDS Dual-Screen Handheld Revealed — Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 Powers 3DS-Inspired Device
Anbernic unveils the RG DDS dual-screen handheld inspired by the Nintendo 3DS. Specs include Qualcomm Snapdragon G2 Gen 2, custom IPS displays, retractable stylus and...
THE 800XL Atari 800XL Recreated by Retro Games Ltd. and Plaion — Full-Sized Mechanical Keyboard, HDMI, Cartridge Slot
Plaion and Retro Games Ltd. revive the Atari 800XL as THE 800XL, a faithful recreation with a mechanical keyboard, working cartridge slot, HDMI output, 25 built-in...
Sony Handhelds: Shawn Layden on the PSP, PS Vita and Lessons for a Possible Return
Former PlayStation executive Shawn Layden reflects on the PSP launch, PS Vita's commercial struggles, and what Sony learned about handhelds vs. consoles — including...
SuperStation Memory Card (SSMC) Adds PS1 and PS2 Support to MiSTer SuperStation One
Taki Udon’s SuperStation Memory Card (SSMC) brings Game ID display, ISO loading from microSD, FreePSXBoot and OPL support to MiSTer SuperStation One and is compatible...
Vectrex DOOM Demo: UVMC2 Mod Displays 1993 DOOM on Vintage Vector Hardware
A recent demo from modder Jason Kopp (ArcadeJason) uses the UVMC2 multicart to display id Software's 1993 DOOM on a Milton Bradley Vectrex vector monitor. Read how the...
Street Fighter II Box Art: How Akira Yasuda, Mick McGinty and 1990s Localization Shaped Western Game Marketing
A look at how Street Fighter II's box art and 1990s localization practices led Capcom to commission different Western artwork, featuring comments from lead artist...
xeRAbora Brings RetroAchievements to PlayStation 2: Homebrew Achievement Tracking on Original PS2 Hardware
xeRAbora, a new homebrew tool by modder hacan 359, links Open PS2 Loader to RetroAchievements to track achievements on original PlayStation 2 hardware via a connected PC.
Sega Master System UK Success: How Sega Outsold Nintendo in Britain
A look at the Sega Master System's surprising commercial success in the United Kingdom, with sales context, market quotes, and the role of distributors such as Virgin...
House of the Dead Reawakened Teased for IAAPA 2026: Sega Amusements Confirms VR and Unreal Engine 5
Sega Amusements has teased House of the Dead Reawakened ahead of IAAPA 2026. Read verified details on the teaser, VR tech, Unreal Engine 5, and series history...
Shuhei Yoshida Says Sony and Nintendo Should Keep Current Console Generation Longer — PS5 and Switch 2 Lifespan Debate
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida told The Verge that Sony and Nintendo could benefit from extending the life of the PS5 and Switch 2 era, citing install...
Dreamcast Dreamkey sounds found in LeapFrog Paw Patrol 'Storytime with Marshall' toy
Audio clips originally used in the Sega Dreamcast Dreamkey/Dreamarena web browser have been identified in LeapFrog's Paw Patrol 'Storytime with Marshall' toy,...
Eien ni Hen: Beloved Fan Translator Behind Romancing SaGa and Beyond Oasis Passes Away
Eien ni Hen, a respected fan translator known for retranslations of Romancing SaGa, Fire Emblem, Sakura Wars and more, has died. Colleagues confirm her work elevated...
Knuckles' Chaotix AI-Assisted Recomp Draws Criticism Over Audio, Widescreen and Performance
Community response to an AI-assisted recomp of Knuckles' Chaotix has highlighted audio, widescreen and performance problems. We examine the technical context, platform...
Mike Rouse Leaving Antstream After Five Years as Studio Head Following Alien Breed 35th Anniversary Launch
Antstream studio head Mike Rouse will depart the company at the end of the year after more than five years. The announcement comes as Antstream launches Alien Breed...
Oliver Twins Kickstarter Sparks Backlash Over Alleged AI Artwork for Journey to the Emerald City
The Oliver Twins, creators of Dizzy and founders of Blitz Games Studios and Radiant Worlds, have drawn social media criticism after a pre-Kickstarter announcement for...
Retroid Pocket Duo Lite Performance Concerns: QCS6125 Dual-Display Limits Explained
Retroid's Pocket Duo Lite has drawn criticism after reports that the Qualcomm QCS6125 chipset is being pushed into a dual-screen configuration. This article summarizes...
JagOS Revives Unreleased Atari Painter Vision on Atari Jaguar
Homebrewer Clint Thomson develops JagOS on Atari Jaguar hardware, imagining the unreleased Atari Painter home computer. Background on Atari ST, Falcon, and Jaguar...
Switch 2 Price Drop UK: Argos and Smyths Sell Console for £354.99
Nintendo Switch 2 discounted to £354.99 at Argos and Smyths in the UK, saving £65 off the recent retail price increase. Details on launch pricing and the Zelda 40th...
Switch 2 Price Drop: Amazon UK, Argos and Smyths Offer Console for £354.99
Amazon UK, Argos and Smyths are selling the Nintendo Switch 2 for £354.99 in the UK. Read the latest on the retailer discount, price history and the upcoming Zelda...
Kaminari no Gotoku: Unreleased Nintendo 64 Go Game Found and Preserved
A near-final prototype of Seta Corporation's unreleased Nintendo 64 title Kaminari no Gotoku: Choukousoku Igo has been preserved and uploaded to the Internet Archive...
Neo Geo AES+ Delay Explained: Plaion Details Parallel NOR Flash Shortage and Serial NOR Workaround
Plaion and SNK's Neo Geo AES+ modern remake was delayed nearly a year after a Parallel NOR flash shortage. Plaion hardware lead Ben Jones explains the procurement...
Kazuyuki Hoshino Mega CD BIOS Found: Sonic Team Artist’s Custom Firmware Preserved
A custom Mega CD (Sega CD) BIOS made for Sonic Team Creative Director Kazuyuki Hoshino has resurfaced. Preservation group Hidden Palace and contributor gageiro shared...
The Tower of Zeldaga: Free Browser Mash-Up Blends The Legend of Zelda and The Tower of Druaga
The Tower of Zeldaga is a free, fan-made browser mash-up by developer Osmose that fuses design elements from The Legend of Zelda and Namco's The Tower of Druaga....
Polymega Price Increase: Playmaji Raises Base Unit and Accessory Prices Effective October 5
Playmaji confirms a broad price increase for Polymega hardware, with the Base Unit rising to $599. New prices, effective October 5, affect the Remix, Element Module...
Culdcept II Dreamcast Online Restoration: Shuouma Reinstates Online Play and Releases AI-Assisted English Patch
Culdcept II for the Dreamcast has had its online functionality restored by preservationist Shuouma, plus an AI-assisted English translation. Details, release history,...
Nintendo Switch Dominates Japanese Console Market, Says Analyst Serkan Toto
Analyst Serkan Toto argues the Nintendo Switch rescued Japan's console market. Coverage of his interview with The Game Business, Switch history, and market context.
Symphony of the Night Early Mock-Up Revealed at TGS 2026 as Castlevania Marks 40 Years
Konami displays early Symphony of the Night design documents at Tokyo Game Show 2026. Digital Eclipse's Chris Kohler and Push Square's Sammy Barker flag a proto...
RetroSync GBA-to-Switch Trade Adapter Nears Completion — Wireless Pokémon Trading for FireRed, LeafGreen, Emerald
Homebrew developer RetroSync is close to releasing a GBA-to-Switch wireless adapter that enables Pokémon trades from Game Boy Advance titles including FireRed,...
RetroSync GBA-to-Switch Trade Adapter: Early December Release Window Confirmed
RetroSync's GBA-to-Switch wireless trade adapter will let players transfer Pokémon from FireRed, LeafGreen, and Emerald to Nintendo Switch; Early December release...
Tassei Denki Shows G'AIM'E Light Gun 'Pro' and 'Lite' at TGS 2026
Tassei Denki unveiled two G'AIM'E Light Gun prototypes — Pro and Lite — at Tokyo Game Show 2026. Read verified details on hardware changes, SKU updates, and how the...
Uniracers Pixar Lawsuit Myth: Investigating DMA Design’s Unirally Controversy
An investigation into the long-running claim that Pixar sued Nintendo over DMA Design’s 1994 SNES title Uniracers (Unirally). We review primary sources, developer...
Uniracers Pixar Lawsuit Myth: Investigation Finds No Court Records for SNES Classic
An investigation into claims that Pixar sued Nintendo over SNES racer Uniracers (Unirally) finds no public court records and limited recollection from Pixar and...
Pokémon TCG 30th Anniversary: Celebration Packs Sell Out as Scalpers and Crowds Dominate Drop
The Pokémon TCG marks its 30th anniversary with a global drop of 30th Celebration products. High demand, overnight queues in the UK and scalpers have left many...
Super Mario 64 DS Brain Study: 2014 Max Planck Paper Links Gaming to Increased Grey Matter
A 2014 Max Planck study using Super Mario 64 DS found measurable increases in grey matter in regions tied to spatial memory, planning and motor control after a...
BlastEm Emulator Reaches 1.0 — Michael Pavone Commits to AI-Free, Artisanal Code
BlastEm, the long-running Sega-focused emulator from Michael Pavone, hits version 1.0 after 13 years. Pavone affirms the project will remain handcrafted and AI-free...
Richard Garriott Ultima AI Discussion at Dragon Con Signals Industry Debate
Richard Garriott, creator of the Ultima series and founder of Origin Systems, discussed generative AI and creative tools at Dragon Con. Attendees reported on his use...
Evercade Nexus Neo Geo Arcade Packs: Blaze Confirms Three New Cartridges for Evercade Library
Blaze Entertainment has confirmed three additional Neo Geo Arcade cartridge collections for the Evercade platform, expanding the handheld's library of classic SNK...
Hague Ruling Bans MIG Switch Circumvention Devices for Nintendo Switch
The Hague District Court rules the sale of MIG Switch circumvention devices unlawful, ordering sellers to stop dropshipping cards that enable piracy on Nintendo...
NQ64 Soho Opening: New Two-Floor Arcade Bar in Orange Yard Brings 60+ Machines to London's Soho
NQ64 has opened its largest venue to date in Soho's Orange Yard. The two-floor arcade bar features more than 60 coin-op machines, UV pool tables, augmented-reality...
Plaion Delays Neo Geo AES+ Launch to September 2027 — Neo Geo AES+ Delay Explained
Plaion has postponed the worldwide launch of the Neo Geo AES+ from November 12, 2026 to September 16, 2027 due to global component supply constraints. Details on...
The Rubber-Keyed Wonder ZX Spectrum book: Golden Slumbers launches Kickstarter on October 1
Publisher Golden Slumbers Ltd. will launch a Kickstarter on October 1 for The Rubber-Keyed Wonder, a companion book to the 2024 documentary chronicling 45 years of the...
The Rubber-Keyed Wonder ZX Spectrum book Kickstarter nears £49,000 after launch
Golden Slumbers Ltd. launches The Rubber-Keyed Wonder Kickstarter, a companion book to the 2024 documentary celebrating the Sinclair ZX Spectrum.
Ultima VII: How Origin Systems' 1992 PC RPG Redefined NPC Conversation and Worldbuilding
A look at Ultima VII's design legacy, Origin Systems' role, and how the Exult engine and GOG keep the 1992 PC classic playable today.
The James Pond Legacy: Antstream Confirmed as Developer Behind Controversial Collection
Antstream has confirmed it developed The James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough for System 3. The move follows fan backlash over AI-generated assets and coincides...
Aero Blasters (Air Buster) Mega Drive Loading Screen Explained: Kaneko Developer Breaks Down the ROM Compression
Veteran Kaneko developer explains why Aero Blasters (Air Buster) shows a loading/intermission screen on the Mega Drive/Genesis port. Background on the 1990 arcade...
Ayami Kojima Castlevania Artwork on Konami 40th Anniversary Site Is From 2019, Not New
Konami's official Castlevania 40th anniversary site features Ayami Kojima art that originated in 2019 for Grimoire of Souls. Here’s what’s verified about the artwork,...
Ring: The Legend of the Nibelungen Dreamcast Prototype Preserved — Playable 3-Disc Port Surfaces
A preserved Dreamcast prototype of Arxel Tribe's Ring: The Legend of the Nibelungen has been recovered and tested. Details on the three-disc port, preservation by Sega...