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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 30, 2026.
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. Release set for April 2026.
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can now access new custom designs inspired by iconic Nintendo hardware in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, along with exclusive in-game items and features.
Cat Hui Trading announces Changeable Guardian Estique sequel for NES/Famicom, demonstrated with extensive new gameplay footage at recent Japanese event.
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 for the Famicom/Nintendo Entertainment System.
Explore how Shigeru Miyamoto's 1989 insights anticipated Nintendo's Animal Crossing series, emphasizing depth in simple settings—a design philosophy that shaped iconic cozy games on Famicom, Nintendo 64, and Nintendo...
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 efforts for the 1993 Famicom cartridge edition.
Konami reveals Ganbare Goemon! Daishuugou, a collection of 13 classic Goemon games for Nintendo Switch, launching in Japan on July 2, 2026.
Konami reveals Ganbare Goemon! Daishuugou, a comprehensive collection featuring 13 classic Goemon titles, launching July 2, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Steam in Japan.
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 July 2, 2026.
Discover how Yuzo Koshiro’s acclaimed soundtrack for ActRaiser influenced legendary Final Fantasy composer Nobuo Uematsu, setting new standards for video game music on the Super Famicom and Nintendo platforms.
Discover how Square Enix is commemorating the Dragon Quest 40th anniversary. Learn about the official anniversary logo, upcoming Nintendo Switch releases, and what fans can expect next.
Legendary game designer Rebecca Heineman was actively developing a remaster of Dragon Wars before her passing, with Jennell Jaquays serving as art director. Explore her enduring impact on the gaming industry.
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 side-scrolling shooter, enhanced with new gallery...
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 against Nintendo's hardware legacy.
Namco's unreleased Splatter World, the RPG spin-off of Splatterhouse: Wanpaku Graffiti, has been discovered and made available online, offering retro gaming enthusiasts a rare look at a canceled Famicom title.
Namco's unreleased Splatter World, the RPG spin-off of Splatterhouse: Wanpaku Graffiti, has been discovered and made available online, offering retro gaming enthusiasts a rare look at a canceled Famicom title.
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 rare title accessible to Western audiences for...
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 with new features.
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 milestones shared by former Nintendo developer...
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 30 years after its original Super Famicom debut.
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 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 app.
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 service.
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 2 and Steam in Japan on November 27, 2025.
Discover how Ushi Ando, a centenarian from Fukushima, credits daily Super Famicom sessions with her vitality. Learn about her gaming habits, favorite titles like Bomberman and Tetris, and what her story reveals about...
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 including retro collections.
Masashi Kageyama, renowned composer for Sunsoft’s Gimmick! on Famicom/NES, has died at 62 after a battle with stomach cancer.
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 act swiftly if repairs are needed.
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 Steam in Q3 2025.
French retro game publisher Broke Studio pauses US shipments of physical NES and Famicom titles following high customs fees, impacting releases like Changeable Guardian Estique. Latest on Homebrew Factory, shipping...
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 for American customers.
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.
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. Discover details on the release date, features, and...
Former Capcom producer Yoshiki Okamoto discusses the financial hurdles faced by third-party developers like Capcom during the NES/Famicom era, highlighting Nintendo's dominant position and the transformative impact of...
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 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 iOS.
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.
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 English localization confirmed to be in development.
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 digital access to these beloved classics.
Discover the remarkable history between Nintendo and Watada Printing, the Kyoto-based printer that helped save Nintendo from bankruptcy and remains its key partner in printing game packaging, cards, and more.
The Video Game History Foundation has obtained 125 rare Taito prototype ROMs, primarily for the NES/Famicom and MSX2 platforms, and will host a livestream on June 5 to analyze their contents. Learn how this event...
Explore this week's big Nintendo eShop releases, including the debut of Fantasy Life i, the arrival of Killer Instinct Gold, new classic soundtracks, and the opening of Switch 2 pre-orders.
Nintendo Switch Online introduces a new wave-based 'Nintendo Classics' icon series, highlighting the company's iconic hardware from NES to GameCube. Learn how subscribers can unlock these nostalgic icons and celebrate...
Nintendo Switch Online introduces new console-themed icons, spotlighting the rare Dataship 1200 among retro favorites, available until May 27, 2025.
Nintendo expands its Nintendo Music service with the addition of Kid Icarus NES and Famicom soundtracks, giving fans access to classic tracks from the beloved franchise. Explore the details, tracklist, and historical...
The demo for Metal Cancer, a new NES/Famicom shooter from indie developer baNesaka, is now available. Discover how this retro-inspired game pushes the limits of classic hardware and genre conventions.
Classic Famicom action-platformer Magic John and its overseas counterpart Totally Rad arrive on Nintendo Switch eShop as part of the JALECOlle Famicom series, featuring new quality-of-life updates and both Japanese...
Nintendo's Satellaview celebrates its 30th anniversary with a special Super Famicom Power Hour Flashback event hosted by the Satellaview+ community, honoring the historic satellite-based add-on.
Nintendo Switch Online is set to expand its music app library with the upcoming addition of the Fire Emblem Engage soundtrack, joining notable releases like F-Zero and The Legend of Zelda (Famicom Disk System).
Explore Nintendo of America's 1991 warning to consumers about importing Super Famicom consoles, the legacy of region locking, and how it impacted the gaming landscape.
Nintendo Music app expands its library with both NES and Famicom Disk System versions of The Legend of Zelda soundtrack, offering fans a chance to experience the beloved game's music in two distinct formats.
Nintendo Music expands its library with the original NES and Famicom Disk System soundtracks from The Legend of Zelda, offering fans a chance to experience iconic music on mobile devices.
A new English fan translation makes 'The Blue Crystal Rod,' the final entry in Namco's Babylonian Castle Saga, accessible to Western audiences on the Super Famicom for the first time.
Analogue’s latest PocketOS v2.5 firmware enhances compatibility for Nintendo Switch Online wireless controllers and delivers significant improvements for legacy game support on the Analogue Pocket and Duo platforms.
Nintendo Switch Online adds Fatal Fury 2, Super Ninja Boy, and Sutte Hakkun to its SNES lineup, including a Super Famicom exclusive, with the first 2025 update for subscribers.
Explore how Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club marks a bold turn toward mature themes within Nintendo's legacy visual novel series, featuring insights from producers Yoshio Sakamoto and Kaori Miyachi.
A new modding breakthrough brings the unreleased SNES PlayStation closer to reality, as Cosam the Great successfully boots Sony's Super Disc BIOS on a custom Super Famicom motherboard. Explore the project's details,...
Explore the Famicom edition of Changeable Guardian Estique, the surprise hit shmup of 2024, developed by industry veterans and released physically by Broke Studio. Get details on its NES/Famicom variants, unique...
City Connection announces the next wave of Jaleco classics—Saiyūki World, Magic John, and Pizza Pop!—for the Nintendo Switch as part of its JALECOlle Famicom Edition series.