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Minecraft Gets Unofficial Sega Saturn Port Thanks to Renowned Modder Frogbull
Talented homebrew developer Frogbull brings Minecraft to the Sega Saturn, showcasing their expertise after acclaimed ports of Metal Gear Solid and Final Fantasy VII.
Rogue 7800 Beta Released: Classic Dungeon Crawler Arrives on Atari 7800
Rogue 7800, an ambitious homebrew project by developer ecdhe, brings the classic roguelike experience to the Atari 7800. Learn about its development, recent beta...
Star Fox CD Integrates Daytona USA's Hornet: A Unique Nintendo Switch Homebrew Enhancement
Discover how @RealSunlitSpace’s Star Fox CD adaptation integrates the iconic Daytona USA Hornet and CD-quality audio, bringing retro gaming innovation to Nintendo fans.
Castlevania: Circle of the Moon Genesis Port Demo Released by Homebrew Developer Andor
Homebrew developer Andor releases the first public demo of a Castlevania: Circle of the Moon port for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive, featuring the Catacombs area and...
SciresM Announces Retirement: End of an Era for Nintendo Switch Homebrew and Atmosphère Firmware
Respected Nintendo Switch homebrew developer SciresM has officially retired, ending development on the Atmosphère custom firmware and leaving a significant mark on the...
Yie Ar Kung-Fu: Konami's Pioneering Fighter Gets New Sega Genesis/Mega Drive Port
Konami’s influential 1984 fighting game Yie Ar Kung-Fu, once officially ported only to NES, gets a fresh homebrew port to Sega Genesis/Mega Drive thanks to André Azevedo.
Virtua Tennis Online Multiplayer Restored on Dreamcast Thanks to Homebrew Developer Shuouma
Power Smash (Virtua Tennis) regains online play on Sega Dreamcast in 2026, thanks to hacker Shuouma, allowing up to four players to compete online once again.
Vigilant Paradise: New Sega Saturn Homebrew FPS Revives Classic Hardware
Vigilant Paradise, a first-person shooter by Playnautic's Riccardo Campione, brings new life to the Sega Saturn with innovative gameplay and authentic 32-bit...
Zero Wing Neo Geo Port Nears Completion: Classic Shooter Arrives on SNK Hardware
Zero Wing, the iconic Toaplan side-scrolling shooter, is set to make its unofficial Neo Geo debut as homebrew developer h0ffman nears completion of the port, bringing...
Zero Wing Neo Geo Port: Plaion Reveal and h0ffman Homebrew Progress
Plaion showcased Zero Wing on Neo Geo hardware at Tokyo Game Show while homebrew developer h0ffman says his unofficial Neo Geo conversion is nearly complete....
Zero Wing Neo Geo Port Confirmed: Plaion Reveals Homebrew-Based Conversion by h0ffman
Plaion has revealed Toaplan's Zero Wing is coming to Neo Geo hardware. The port is confirmed to be based on homebrew coder h0ffman's unofficial conversion; background,...
Zero Wing Neo Geo Port Confirmed — Plaion Reveals Toaplan Classic Based on h0ffman's Homebrew
Plaion has confirmed a Neo Geo release of Toaplan's 1989 shooter Zero Wing, based on homebrew work by h0ffman. Read verified details on platforms, historical ports,...
DSpico: New Open-Source Nintendo DS / DSi Flash Cart Launches with App Launcher Support
LNH Team announces DSpico, an open-source flash cart and app launcher for the Nintendo DS and DSi, aiming to preserve classic gaming hardware and facilitate homebrew...
Homebrew Developer Frogbull Reveals Spyro the Dragon Proof-of-Concept on Nintendo 64
Frogbull showcases a never-before-seen proof-of-concept video of Insomniac's Spyro the Dragon running on the Nintendo 64, offering a unique glimpse into N64 homebrew...
Dream Disc '25 Game Jam: Orc Face Games and Psyop Games Launch New Event for Sega Dreamcast Developers
Discover everything you need to know about the Dream Disc '25 game jam, a major event for the Sega Dreamcast homebrew development community, organized by Orc Face...
Castlevania Stage 1 Faithfully Recreated on Atari 2600 by Homebrew Developer VampireDev
VampireDev brings the iconic first stage of Konami's Castlevania to life on the Atari 2600, pushing retro hardware limitations and delighting the homebrew community.
Final Fight MD Pushes Sega Genesis Limits with 7 Enemies On-Screen in Latest Update
Mauro Xavier's Final Fight MD impresses fans by supporting seven simultaneous on-screen enemies, showcasing the Sega Genesis hardware's potential and drawing closer to...
Donkey Kong Country Tech Demo Showcases SNES Graphics on Sega Genesis: A Homebrew Concept Test
A breakthrough homebrew demo by Gabriel Pyron and TiagoSC demonstrates SNES-style Donkey Kong Country visuals on Sega Genesis hardware, highlighting technical...
MD Engine Expands Mega Drive Homebrew: Visual Engine Forked from GB Studio Empowers New Creators
MD Engine, a new visual scripting engine forked from GB Studio, launches to simplify Mega Drive/Genesis game creation for both beginners and advanced users, enabling...
Songbird Productions Announces 'Shape Shooter 2000' and 'Operation Followthrough' for Atari Jaguar Launch in 2026
Homebrew publisher Songbird Productions is set to release two new games, Shape Shooter 2000 and Operation Followthrough, on the Atari Jaguar in 2026, marking a...
Astro Climber: New Sega Master System Platformer From Frontier Force Developer Launches October 20
Homebrew developer badcomputer0 announces Astro Climber, an arcade platformer for the Sega Master System, set for a free digital release on itch.io to coincide with...
RoboCop Sega Genesis Demo: New Homebrew Port by Monster Bath Games Available Now
A new homebrew demo of Data East's 1988 RoboCop arcade game is available for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Monster Bath Games has released a promising port; original...
DreamSDK R4 Update Revitalizes Sega Dreamcast Homebrew Development
The newest update to DreamSDK delivers major improvements to Dreamcast game development, streamlining the process for Windows users and supporting modern programming...
Parodius and the Mega Drive: Homebrew Developer Challenges 'Impossible' Port Claims
Konami's iconic Parodius series has never appeared on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive—until now. Homebrew developer Gabriel Pyron is determined to prove a faithful port...
Fan-Made Parodius Port for Sega Genesis Makes Remarkable Progress
A detailed look at Gabriel Pyron's ambitious project to bring Konami's Parodius to the Sega Mega Drive, overcoming technical challenges and celebrating homebrew...
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...
Mario Kart 64 Dreamcast Port Released by JNMartin, Veteran Homebrew Developer
JNMartin, known for WipEout and DOOM 64 Dreamcast ports, has made an unofficial Mario Kart 64 port playable on Sega Dreamcast, leveraging recent decompilation efforts....
Star Fox 64 Dreamcast Port: N64 Classic Makes Unofficial Debut on Sega Console
The unofficial port of Star Fox 64, led by homebrew developer JNMartin, is now running on the Sega Dreamcast. Get the latest details on this fan project, its...
Razing Core: Bad Computer Releases Full Sega Master System Shooter
Razing Core, a new vertically scrolling shoot 'em up from homebrew developer Bad Computer, launches on the Sega Master System and Mark III with seven stages, chiptune...
Knight on the Moon Released Digitally: NES Homebrew Expands with Sixth Dungeon, Physical Edition Planned
Knight on the Moon, a new sci-fi action-adventure from developer kn56k, is now available digitally for the NES. The game features six dungeons and a planned physical...
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.
GenesisFan64: Celebrating the Legacy of a Prolific Sega Homebrew Developer and Creator of the NikonaMD SDK
Remembering GenesisFan64, the influential Mexican developer and creator of the NikonaMD SDK, whose innovations advanced Sega homebrew development across multiple...
Neo Geo Enhanced Port of 'In the Hunt' Announced by Double Dragon One Developers
Homebrew team Casa De Ruivo is developing an enhanced Neo Geo port of Irem’s classic submarine shooter 'In the Hunt', following their work on 'Double Dragon One'....
Dragon Ball-Inspired Homebrew Beat 'Em Up Shines on Sega Saturn, Developed by NaiSan
Brazilian developer NaiSan crafts a polished Dragon Ball beat 'em up demo for Sega Saturn homebrew scene, with plans to evolve into an original title.
Homebrew Channel for Nintendo Wii Ceases Development Amid Copyright Controversy
The renowned Homebrew Channel, pivotal to Wii and GameCube modding, has officially ended development following revelations of copyright infringement. Find out what led...
The Homebrew Channel Ends Development Amid Copyright Controversy on the Nintendo Wii
The Homebrew Channel, a prominent tool for unofficial applications on the Nintendo Wii, has ended development following confirmed copyright infringements involving...
Frontier Force Brings Fresh Shoot 'Em Up Action to SEGA Master System Homebrew Scene
Discover how Badcomputer, the developer behind Star Runner and Blast Arena, is energizing the SEGA Master System homebrew community with the new shoot 'em up, Frontier...
WipEout on 3DO: Homebrew Programmers Showcase Impressive Port of Psygnosis' Classic
Explore the potential of WipEout on 3DO as homebrew programmers push the classic console's limits, revisiting a pivotal era in video game history with insights on...
Shenmue: Back in Yokosuka – Frogbull Releases Sega Saturn Fan Game in Honor of 30th Anniversary
Homebrew modder Frogbull releases 'Shenmue: Back in Yokosuka,' a tribute fan game for Sega Saturn's 30th anniversary. Explore isometric Yokosuka, play classic Sega...
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Showcased on Nintendo 3DS via Homebrew Streaming
Assassin's Creed Shadows appears on Nintendo 3DS through innovative homebrew streaming, showcasing the console's continued versatility and fan dedication. Explore how...
Balatro Nintendo DS Homebrew Port Released, But Lacks Key Features Compared to Switch Version
Balatro, the award-winning roguelike deckbuilder, arrives on Nintendo DS via homebrew port, though several major features are missing—details, installation, and...
Homebrew Developer Reimagines Daytona USA in Virtua Racing Style: A Retro Sega Tribute
Discover how homebrew developer Frogbull recreated the classic Daytona USA with a flat-shaded Virtua Racing look, offering a nostalgic twist on Sega's arcade legacy.
Final Fight MD Brings Near-Arcade Perfect Capcom Classic to Sega Genesis: Homebrew Devs Push 16-Bit Boundaries
Final Fight MD, developed by CFX, delivers a faithful homebrew port of Capcom's iconic beat-'em-up to the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Studio head Mike Rouse unveils a...
Donkey Kong ZX Spectrum Homebrew Port Draws Attention Amid Legal Concerns
A new fan-created Donkey Kong port for the ZX Spectrum impresses with accuracy and performance, but its unlicensed sale raises the specter of swift Nintendo legal action.
Doom Now Playable on Nintendo’s Alarmo Sound Clock: A Technical Milestone for Homebrew Developers
Explore how homebrew developers have brought id Software's classic FPS Doom to the Nintendo Alarmo sound clock, showcasing new possibilities for the innovative hardware.
Doom Now Playable on Nintendo Alarmo: Innovative Port Showcases Homebrew Potential
Discover how the iconic Doom game has been successfully ported to the Nintendo Alarmo, highlighting the device's growing homebrew scene and technical achievements.
Lethal Wedding Kickstarter: Mega Cat Studios Hits $15,000 Goal and Unveils Nintendo Switch, Bill Tiller, Team Fat Stretch Goals
Mega Cat Studios' Lethal Wedding Kickstarter reached its $15,000 goal and revealed stretch goals including a Nintendo Switch port, Xbox and PlayStation targets, Bill...
Lethal Wedding Kickstarter Reaches $15,000 as Mega Cat Studios Reveals Switch, Xbox and PlayStation Stretch Goals
Mega Cat Studios' Lethal Wedding Kickstarter hits its $15,000 goal and unveils stretch goals including Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PlayStation ports plus collaborations...
Crash Bandicoot Ported to Sega Saturn: Developer Showcases Playable Build
Homebrew developer Frogbull impresses retro gaming fans with a working Sega Saturn port of Crash Bandicoot, leveraging custom tools and creative techniques to...
Blast Arena Launches as Free Sega Master System Download: Homebrew Revival Shines
Blast Arena, a newly released arena shooter for the Sega Master System by badcomputer0, is available now for free on itch.io. Discover how dedicated developers keep...
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...
Metal Gear Solid Sega Saturn Prototype Verified: Homebrew Developer Confirms Authenticity
A verified prototype of Metal Gear Solid for Sega Saturn has surfaced, with homebrew developer XL2 confirming its legitimacy. Get full details on the prototype,...
xfixium's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Master System Port: Demo 'Coming Soon' for Sega 8-bit
Homebrew developer xfixium confirms ongoing work and an imminent demo for a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles port to the Sega Master System, joining renewed interest in...
Space Hunter demo showcases Super Metroid-style ambition on Sega Genesis
New demo footage for Space Hunter (formerly Metroid Mega Mission) highlights homebrew ambition on the Sega Genesis. Developers MD ROM Test and GameDevBoss have...
Nintendo DMCA Takedown for Lockpick Prompts Skyline Emulator to Halt Development
Reports say Nintendo issued a DMCA takedown related to Lockpick on GitHub, leading the Skyline Android Switch emulator team to cease active development. Timeline,...
Maria Renard's Revenge: Fan-Made Castlevania Outing Arrives on Commodore Amiga
Maria Renard's Revenge is a fan-made Castlevania-inspired homebrew for the Commodore Amiga. Built with Earok's Scorpion Engine by developer Domkid, the beta targets...
Pokémon Go Ported to Sega Dreamcast VMU: A Unique Homebrew Achievement
Discover how homebrew developer guacasaurus_mex is bringing a unique version of Pokémon Go to the Sega Dreamcast VMU, using a randomly generated map grid and...
SmileBASIC Removed from 3DS eShop After Exploit Sparks Publisher Update
SmileBASIC by SmileBoom was pulled from the Nintendo 3DS eShop after an exploit was published. Developer confirmed it is preparing an update to return the app to the...