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Shigeru Miyamoto Explains The Legend of Zelda Origins and the Role of the Famicom Disk System
Shigeru Miyamoto discusses how Western RPGs and the Famicom Disk System shaped The Legend of Zelda. Verified background on the game's 1986 debut, design goals, and...
Nintendo eShop Japan Week of July 30 2026: Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Leads New Releases
Nintendo updates the Japanese eShop release schedule for the week of July 30, 2026, listing Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, Village in the Shade,...
Hyperkin SupaBoy SFC Reissue: Crimson and Prime Models Launching This Fall
Hyperkin reissues the SupaBoy in two new Crimson and Prime designs. Learn about the SupaBoy SFC history, hardware approach, launch window and what to expect from the...
Hirokazu Tanaka Famicom Development: Inside Nintendo's Decision That 'There Was No Other Path'
Hirokazu Tanaka reflects on the uncertain run-up to the Nintendo Famicom's 1983 launch, the small in-house team, and Nintendo's strategic pivot amid the Atari Shock as...
Super Yanoman Collection December 10 2026 Release on Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, and PC
Edia's Super Yanoman Collection brings three Japan-only Super Famicom titles — Song Master, Trinea, and Feda: The Emblem of Justice — to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation...
Super Bomberman: Panic Bomber W Joins West in Super Bomberman Collection Update on August 20, 2026
Konami is adding Super Bomberman: Panic Bomber W to the Super Bomberman Collection as a free update on August 20, 2026. The 1995 Super Famicom puzzle entry comes west...
Star Ocean 30th Anniversary Livestream Confirmed by Square Enix — No New Game Details
Square Enix has announced a 30th anniversary livestream for the Star Ocean franchise on July 19 at 20:00 JST. The broadcast will feature retrospectives and guests but...
Wil Overton Super Play T-Shirt: Former Rare Artist Reimagines Super Nintendo Magazine Cover
Former Rare artist Wil Overton has launched a Super Play-inspired t-shirt range on Etsy, including a Metroid 'Super Play' edition that uses the magazine's strapline in...
Famitsu Readers Name Nintendo No.1 Game Developer — Nintendo Thanks Fans for 40 Years of Originality
Famitsu readers voted Nintendo the top game developer. Nintendo issued a statement thanking fans, highlighting its Famicom origins, Mario and The Legend of Zelda...
Nintendo Voted Famitsu's Favorite Game Developer — From the Famicom to the Nintendo Switch Era
Nintendo thanked fans after being voted Famitsu's No.1 game developer, reflecting on four decades of hardware and franchises from the 1983 Famicom to the Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo Topped Famitsu 40th Anniversary Reader Survey — Company Issues Thank-You Message
Nintendo was voted the No.1 game developer in Famitsu's 40th anniversary reader survey; the company issued a translated thank-you message referencing the Famicom and...
Crisis Force Hidden in Ganbare Goemon! Daishuugou Collection on Nintendo Switch
Crisis Force, Konami's 1991 Famicom shooter, appears as a hidden bonus in the newly released M2-developed Ganbare Goemon! Daishuugou collection on Nintendo Switch and...
Hashire Hebereke: EX Remake Coming to Nintendo Switch — September 3, 2026 Release
Hashire Hebereke: EX, a modern remake of Sunsoft's 1994 Super Famicom racer developed by CRT Games, launches on Nintendo Switch via the eShop on September 3, 2026....
Takashi Tezuka to Step Down as Nintendo Executive Officer in June 2026 but Will Remain as Producer
Nintendo veteran Takashi Tezuka will retire from his Executive Officer role in June 2026 but will continue at Nintendo as a producer, the company confirmed in a recent...
Ranking Nintendo Switch Years: How 2017–2023 Shaped Nintendo's Modern Era
A year-by-year analysis of Nintendo's post-Switch era, summarizing major releases, release dates, and developer highlights from 2017 through 2023.
Rainbow Islands Console Selection Coming to Nintendo Switch on October 8, 2026
Taito's Rainbow Islands Console Selection launches on Nintendo Switch October 8, 2026, featuring six home ports, a never-released Mega Drive/Genesis cartridge build,...
RPG Maker Forums Closing: rpgmakerweb.com to Be Replaced by RPG MAKER GUILD, Community Posts Won't Transfer
Gotcha Gotcha Games is shutting down rpgmakerweb.com and launching RPG MAKER GUILD. Community content posted since 2012 will not be migrated.
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...
Diggy Diggy Mole NES Release: New Homebrew Platformer from Novasplore Games Hits Physical Shelves
Diggy Diggy Mole, a new Metroid-like NES/Famicom homebrew from Novasplore Games, is now available physically via the Homebrew Factory. Read about gameplay, 6502...
Cameltry Arcade Archives Release and Firework Thrower Kantaro Console Archives Announced for June 4, 2026
Hamster announces Taito's 1990 arcade classic Cameltry for Arcade Archives/Arcade Archives 2 on June 4, 2026, and Sunsoft's Firework Thrower Kantaro’s 53 Stations of...
Aretha Collection 1993-1995 Brings Classic Super Famicom RPGs to Nintendo Switch and PlayStation
Edia and Yanoman Corporation revive three classic Super Famicom RPGs in the Aretha Collection 1993-1995, launching for Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PS5 in Japan on July...
Hiryū no Ken Collection Announced for PC: Classic Famicom Martial Arts Games Return in Japanese-Only Retro Compilation
Nihon Game reveals the Hiryū no Ken Collection, bringing four classic martial arts action titles from the Famicom era to PC in an all-Japanese-language package....
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Adds Classic Nintendo-Themed Custom Designs for Nintendo Switch Online Members
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can now access new custom designs inspired by iconic Nintendo hardware in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, along with exclusive...
Changeable Guardian Estique Sequel Unveiled for Famicom at Japanese Event
Cat Hui Trading announces Changeable Guardian Estique sequel for NES/Famicom, demonstrated with extensive new gameplay footage at recent Japanese event.
Kaiyodo Unveils Classic Ninja Gaiden Ryu Hayabusa Figure Inspired by NES Original
Japanese toy manufacturer Kaiyodo partners with Koei Tecmo to release a new collectible figure based on Ryu Hayabusa's original design from the classic Ninja Gaiden...
Shigeru Miyamoto’s Vision of 'Cozy' Games Foreshadowed Animal Crossing on Nintendo Platforms
Explore how Shigeru Miyamoto's 1989 insights anticipated Nintendo's Animal Crossing series, emphasizing depth in simple settings—a design philosophy that shaped iconic...
Fan Translation for Moero TwinBee: Cinnamon-hakase o Sukue! Famicom Disk System Version Now Available
A new English fan translation for Moero TwinBee: Cinnamon-hakase o Sukue! brings the original 1986 Famicom Disk System version to a wider audience, following earlier...
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Ganbare Goemon! Daishuugou: Konami Announces 13-Game Collection for Nintendo Switch Japan Release
Konami reveals Ganbare Goemon! Daishuugou, a collection of 13 classic Goemon games for Nintendo Switch, launching in Japan on July 2, 2026.
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Konami Announces Ganbare Goemon! Daishuugou Collection for Nintendo Switch and More in Japan
Konami reveals Ganbare Goemon! Daishuugou, a comprehensive collection featuring 13 classic Goemon titles, launching July 2, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Steam...
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Ganbare Goemon Daishuugo Announced for Nintendo Switch in Japan During June 2024 Nintendo Direct
Konami reveals Ganbare Goemon Daishuugo for the Nintendo Switch, featuring 13 classic titles from Famicom, Super Famicom, and Game Boy, set for a Japanese release on...
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ActRaiser’s Groundbreaking Sound Design Inspired Nobuo Uematsu and Shaped Nintendo’s Musical Legacy
Discover how Yuzo Koshiro’s acclaimed soundtrack for ActRaiser influenced legendary Final Fantasy composer Nobuo Uematsu, setting new standards for video game music on...
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Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary: Square Enix Reveals Official Logo Ahead of Major Celebrations
Discover how Square Enix is commemorating the Dragon Quest 40th anniversary. Learn about the official anniversary logo, upcoming Nintendo Switch releases, and what...
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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...
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Changeable Guardian Estique Announced for Nintendo Switch: Amata Games Port Brings NES Classic to New Audiences
Amata Games and Cat Hui Trading are set to release Changeable Guardian Estique on Nintendo Switch in 2026, delivering both NES and Famicom versions of the beloved...
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Nintendo Switch Closes in on DS as Second-Best-Selling Console in Company History
The Nintendo Switch is just 10,000 units away from surpassing the Nintendo DS, marking a historic sales achievement. Discover how the Switch and Switch 2 stack up...
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Lost Splatterhouse Spin-Off 'Splatter World' ROM Surfaces Online for NES Emulators
Namco's unreleased Splatter World, the RPG spin-off of Splatterhouse: Wanpaku Graffiti, has been discovered and made available online, offering retro gaming...
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Splatter World Fan Translation Makes Unreleased Namco RPG Playable in English
Splatter World, the unreleased Namco RPG and sequel to Splatterhouse: Wanpaku Graffiti, is now available in English thanks to Aeon Genesis' fan translation, making the...
Dokapon 3-2-1 Super Collection Announced for Nintendo Switch: Classic RPG Series Returns in 2026
Sint announces Dokapon 3-2-1 Super Collection for Nintendo Switch, set for a January 29, 2026 release in Japan. The collection revives three classic Super Famicom RPGs...
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Super Mario Odyssey Turns 8: Celebrating the Nintendo Switch Classic and Its Lasting Legacy
Super Mario Odyssey celebrates its eighth anniversary on Nintendo Switch. Explore how this acclaimed 3D Mario title continues to influence the franchise and recall key...
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Clock Tower Fan Remake Brings Classic Super Famicom Horror to Game Boy Advance
A dedicated group of fans have unveiled an unofficial Clock Tower port for Game Boy Advance, giving the iconic Human Entertainment horror classic a new lease of life...
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Zelda II: The Adventure of Link Soundtrack Arrives on Nintendo Music App for Switch Online Subscribers
Fans of Zelda II: The Adventure of Link can now enjoy the iconic NES and Famicom Disk System soundtracks on the Nintendo Music app, exclusively available for Nintendo...
Zelda II: The Adventure of Link Soundtrack Now Streaming on Nintendo Music App for Switch Online Members
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can now enjoy both the NES and Famicom Disk System versions of the Zelda II: The Adventure of Link soundtrack via the Nintendo Music...
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Nintendo Music App Expands Library with Zelda II Soundtrack Update on Switch Online
Nintendo Music app for Switch Online members adds Zelda II: The Adventure of Link and Famicom Disk System tracks in latest update, further enhancing the mobile music...
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Ripple Island: Kyle & Cal's Restaurant Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and PC in Japan
Sunsoft reveals Ripple Island: Kyle & Cal's Restaurant, a new multiplayer cooking game inspired by the classic Famicom adventure, set to launch on Nintendo Switch...
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How 100-Year-Old Ushi Ando Uses Super Famicom Gaming to Stay Energetic
Discover how Ushi Ando, a centenarian from Fukushima, credits daily Super Famicom sessions with her vitality. Learn about her gaming habits, favorite titles like...
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Sunsoft Teases Major Announcement Following Recent Nintendo Switch Revivals
Japanese developer Sunsoft, known for classics like Blaster Master, is set to make a major announcement on September 16, 2025, after recent releases on Nintendo Switch...
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Legendary Gimmick! Composer Masashi Kageyama Passes Away at 62 – A Look Back on His Lasting Impact on Video Game Music
Masashi Kageyama, renowned composer for Sunsoft’s Gimmick! on Famicom/NES, has died at 62 after a battle with stomach cancer.
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Nintendo Ends 2DS XL, Famicom Mini, and Super Famicom Mini Repair Services in Japan
Nintendo Japan announces the termination of repair support for the 2DS XL, Famicom Mini, and Super Famicom Mini due to depleted spare parts, with customers urged to...
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Psycho Dream Receives First-Ever English Localization for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox, and Steam
Ratalaika Games announces the first official English localization of Psycho Dream—originally a 1992 Super Famicom title—coming to Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox, and...
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Broke Studio Suspends US Orders of Retro Games Due to New Customs Regulations
French retro game publisher Broke Studio pauses US shipments of physical NES and Famicom titles following high customs fees, impacting releases like Changeable...
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Broke Studio Resumes US Shipping for Retro Games With Dalyen Games Partnership
French retro publisher Broke Studio has solved its US shipping halt by partnering with Dalyen Games for distribution, ensuring unchanged fees and no new customs taxes...
Hirokazu Tanaka Reveals Inspiration Behind Metroid's Iconic NES Ending Theme
Discover how composer Hirokazu Tanaka was inspired by a debugger to create Metroid’s legendary ending theme for the NES, as the franchise nears its 40th anniversary.
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Saiyuuki World II and Whomp'Em Return to Nintendo Switch in Official 2-in-1 Reissue
The classic Famicom title Saiyuuki World II and its NES counterpart Whomp'Em are making their official return on Nintendo Switch in a newly enhanced dual package....
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Yoshiki Okamoto Reveals Challenges of Famicom Game Development in Capcom’s Early Days
Former Capcom producer Yoshiki Okamoto discusses the financial hurdles faced by third-party developers like Capcom during the NES/Famicom era, highlighting Nintendo's...
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Nintendo Switch Online Expands Nintendo Music App with 26 Classic NES and Famicom OSTs
Nintendo updates the Nintendo Music app on Switch Online with 26 original soundtracks from iconic NES and Famicom games, offering fans a nostalgic audio experience.
Nintendo Expands Nintendo Music App With 26 Classic NES and Famicom Soundtracks
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers gain access to iconic NES and Famicom game soundtracks as Nintendo adds 26 classic titles to the Nintendo Music app for Android and...
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Nintendo Music App Expands With Over 200 NES and Famicom Soundtracks for Switch Online Members
Nintendo's Music app receives a major update, adding more than 200 classic NES and Famicom tracks for Nintendo Switch Online members on iOS and Android devices.
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SNES Castlevania Port: Rumbleminze Adds Toggleable 16-bit Visuals
Rumbleminze's SNES port of Konami's Castlevania gains a new preview build with a toggleable 16-bit art option, updated Simon sprite, expanded palettes, MSU-1...
Tenshi no Uta: Shiroki Tsubasa no Inori Receives Physical Nintendo Switch Release in Japan
Edia brings the classic Super Famicom RPG Tenshi no Uta: Shiroki Tsubasa no Inori to Nintendo Switch with a physical edition launching in Japan this September, and an...
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City Connection Announces Retro Jaleco Classics 'Saiyūki World 2' and 'Rod Land' for Nintendo Switch
City Connection brings two iconic Jaleco Famicom games, Saiyūki World 2 and Rod Land, to Nintendo Switch as part of the JALECOlle Famicom Ver series, offering fans...
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