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CryZENx Ocarina of Time Remake Ends After Nintendo Announces Official Switch 2 Remake
Fan developer CryZENx (Giuseppe Macula) has officially halted his Unreal Engine Ocarina of Time remake after Nintendo unveiled an official remake for Nintendo Switch...
Super Mario 64 DS Multiplayer Port: Tobi Friedly Brings N64 Classic to Nintendo DS
A fan-made port of Super Mario 64 preserves the original N64 game and adds cooperative multiplayer on Nintendo DS. Developer Tobi Friedly has released the project on...
Switch Online + Expansion Pack Free Month: Nintendo Offers Bonus with 12-Month Membership
Nintendo is offering a free bonus month on the Switch Online + Expansion Pack for qualifying 12-month purchases and renewals. Details on eligibility, activation...
Nintendo 64 30th Anniversary: N64 Legacy, Key Games, and How to Share Your Memories
A look at the Nintendo 64's 30th anniversary, its influence on 3D gaming, key developers and titles, availability on Nintendo Switch Online, and how readers can submit...
Harbour Masters Announces Lighthouse: New Banjo-Kazooie PC Decompilation Port
Harbour Masters has announced Lighthouse, a native PC decompilation port of Banjo-Kazooie, promising enhanced framerates, widescreen support, a standalone randomiser,...
Ocarina of Time Remake for Nintendo Switch 2: Nintendo Website Description Pulled and Replaced
Nintendo briefly published then replaced a description for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake referencing Nintendo Switch 2 and 2026. Here’s what changed and...
BPAC Brisbane 2024: Brisbane Pinball and Arcade Collective Showcases Mario Kart 64, GoldenEye and Competitive Pinball
Coverage of BPAC Brisbane 2024 (Brisbane Pinball and Arcade Collective), including schedule, tournament highlights like the Brisbane Masters and Australian Kong Off,...
Ocarina of Time Remake for Switch 2: Official Description Briefly Appears on NoA Page
A description for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake briefly appeared on Nintendo of America's site search results, suggesting a full remake for Nintendo's...
Ocarina of Time Remake Rumors: Reported Nintendo.com Listing Mentions 'Nintendo Switch 2'
Claims of a Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for a 'Nintendo Switch 2' circulated after an alleged Nintendo.com listing. Here’s what is verified about the IP’s...
Takaya Imamura Reacts to Star Fox 64 Visuals in Switch 2 Demo
Veteran Star Fox art director Takaya Imamura responds to the visual upgrade in the recent Star Fox 64 demo, reflecting on N64-era limitations and the evolution of...
Velan Studios Confirmed as Developer of Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2
Velan Studios has been announced as the developer behind the upcoming Star Fox on Nintendo Switch 2, and Nintendo Direct released a free demo on the eShop including...
Ocarina of Time Remake Reportedly Headed to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, Nintendo Life Says
Nintendo Life reports that The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time may receive a full remake for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. Background on the original N64 release, the...
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2: eShop Highlights Include Donkey Kong 64 and eFootball Kick‑Off
A concise rundown of this week's Nintendo eShop highlights, featuring Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2, Donkey Kong 64 on Nintendo Switch Online,...
Felipe 64 N64 Tool Accelerates Nintendo 64 Homebrew Development
Felipe 64 is a work-in-progress tool from N64GameBuilder that exports data assets for Libdragon projects, demonstrated with a Final Fight demo for the Nintendo 64.
Donkey Kong 64 Arrives on Nintendo Switch Online: Rare's 1999 N64 Classic Available Now
Donkey Kong 64, developed by Rare and originally released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999, is now available in the Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Classics app for Nintendo Switch...
Pilotwings 64 Decompilation Reaches 100% Match Milestone, Paving Way for Native PC Port
The N64 classic Pilotwings 64 achieves a full decompilation milestone, with a native PC port in development. Discover details about the project, Nintendo Switch...
Retro Fighters Launches Investment Campaign After Selling 250,000 After-Market Controllers
Retro Fighters, the renowned gaming accessory developer known for its innovative controllers for vintage consoles, seeks new investors after achieving over $7 million...
8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller Brings Classic N64 Colors and Modern Features to Nintendo Switch
The 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller revives the iconic Nintendo 64 color scheme with updated technology, offering gamers enhanced durability and multi-platform...
Capcom Addresses Possibility of Mega Man Legends Collection for Nintendo Platforms
Capcom sheds light on the status of a potential Mega Man Legends Collection, with official commentary on future plans and the current release schedule for the franchise.
Duke Nukem: Zero Hour PC Mod Adds Full First-Person Viewmodels and Enhanced HUD
A new mod brings refined first-person gameplay with improved HUD and modern features to the PC port of Duke Nukem: Zero Hour, offering an upgraded experience for fans...
Pyrite64 Empowers Developers to Create New 3D Nintendo 64 Games with Modern Open-Source Tools
Pyrite64, an open-source engine by Max Bebök, streamlines the creation of original 3D Nintendo 64 games. Learn about its features, platform compatibility, and what...
Super Mario 64 Cross-Platform Mod Brings N64 and PlayStation 2 Together
Discover how a groundbreaking mod allows Super Mario 64 to run in cross-platform co-op between the Nintendo 64 and PlayStation 2, showcasing technical ingenuity and...
Space Station Silicon Valley: Recompiled Brings Classic N64 Gameplay to Modern Platforms
Space Station Silicon Valley: Recompiled launches, delivering enhanced features and mod support for the classic N64 game. Learn about its developer, new platform...
Perfect Dark VR Port in Experimental Development for Meta Quest
A standalone VR port of Rare's classic N64 shooter Perfect Dark is in the experimental phase, offering fans a new immersive experience on Meta Quest.
Perfect Dark VR Port: Alex Le Tux Plans Public Release Before July 1 — PC and Meta Quest Update
Unofficial VR port of Rare's 2000 N64 shooter Perfect Dark, developed by Alex Le Tux, is in experimental stages for PC and Meta Quest. Public build expected before...
Perfect Dark VR Port Released for PCVR and Meta Quest — Alex Le Tux’s Unofficial Conversion Goes Beta
Alex Le Tux's unofficial Perfect Dark VR port is now available for PCVR headsets and Meta Quest as a standalone beta. Read verified details on release timing,...
MiSTer FPGA N64 Core Receives Major Performance Boost With Turbo Overclock
Discover how the latest turbo N64 core update for MiSTer FPGA increases performance by 17.5%, overclocking the Reality Coprocessor and memory from 80MHz to 94MHz, and...
Banjo: Recompiled Brings Classic N64 Platformer to PC with Widescreen and Modern Enhancements
Banjo: Recompiled, the native PC port of the 1998 N64 classic Banjo-Kazooie, launches with widescreen options, high frame rates, and robust mod support—delighting...
Party Cannon Makes History with New EP Release on Nintendo 64 Cartridge
Party Cannon launches 'Subjected To A Partying' EP on N64 cartridge, marking a historic moment for music releases on retro Nintendo hardware.
Hyperkin Mega95: Release Timeline and Future Prospects for Handheld N64 Console
Hyperkin addresses development delays with the Mega95 handheld Sega Genesis while hinting at possible plans for a portable N64 device. Explore the challenges, official...
Why IO Interactive’s 007 First Light Charts a New Path After GoldenEye 007’s Enduring Legacy
Explore how IO Interactive's 007 First Light acknowledges the legacy of GoldenEye 007 while offering a fresh, expansive experience for a new generation of Bond fans.
Legend of Zelda Fan Proves You're Never Too Old for Nintendo Switch Gaming
Discover how a lifelong passion for The Legend of Zelda and Nintendo games continues to inspire players of all ages, as one dedicated fan shares her journey from the...
Quest 64 Recompiled: Classic N64 RPG Receives 60fps Upgrade and High-Resolution Enhancements on PC
Quest 64, the notable N64 RPG known as Holy Magic Century in Europe, receives a significant performance and visual boost with Rainchus' Quest 64 Recompiled project,...
Star Fox 64: Recompiled Brings N64 Classic to Modern Platforms with Enhanced Graphics and Mod Support
Discover how Star Fox 64: Recompiled by Sonic Dreamcaster utilizes cutting-edge N64 recompilation technology, delivering upgraded visuals, perfect audio, and seamless...
Analogue 3D Accuracy: How Faithfully Does It Replicate the Original Nintendo 64 Experience?
Investigate the Analogue 3D’s accuracy claims compared to the original Nintendo 64, featuring insights from N64 developer Kaze Emanuar. Learn about FPGA hardware,...
Rayman 2: The Great Escape Confirmed for Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack
Rayman 2: The Great Escape joins the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack N64 library next week, alongside new Ubisoft classics and a growing roster of retro titles.
Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack Adds Rayman 2 and Tonic Trouble to N64 Classics Library
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers will gain access to Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Tonic Trouble for the N64 on December 17, 2025. Find out more...
Rayman 2 and Tonic Trouble Set to Join Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack N64 Library
Nintendo expands Switch Online + Expansion Pack with classic 3D platformers Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Tonic Trouble, both arriving on December 17, 2025.
Analogue 3D Funtastic Editions Announced: Relive N64 Nostalgia on Modern Hardware
Analogue unveils Funtastic limited editions of the Analogue 3D, inspired by Nintendo's iconic N64 colors, with a release date set for December 2025.
Polymega Expands Library with Body Harvest and A Boy and His Blob Physical Releases
Polymega enriches its lineup with DMA Design’s Body Harvest and the classic A Boy and His Blob. Discover new PlayStation, N64, and retro titles now available on the...
Banjo-Tooie Developer Gregg Mayles Unearths Rare Nintendo Approval From Shigeru Miyamoto
Gregg Mayles, legendary Rare designer, shares a special Banjo-Tooie approval from Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto as the beloved N64 classic marks its 25th anniversary.
EverDrive X5 and X7 Firmware Update Restores Analogue 3D Compatibility: N64 Console Required
The latest EverDrive X5 and X7 firmware update solves compatibility issues with the Analogue 3D, but owners will need an original Nintendo 64 to install the new...
Analogue 3D & EverDrive X5/X7: New Firmware Fixes Overclocking Issues for N64 Flash Carts
A new EverDrive firmware update addresses flash cart compatibility with Analogue 3D's overclocking features. Learn how the OS-V3.09 update resolves issues for X5 and...
Viewpoint 2064 N64 Prototype Preserved: Lost Shooter Gets a New Lease on Life
A newly preserved, near-final build of Viewpoint 2064 for Nintendo 64, the cancelled shooter from Sammy Corporation and Racdym, has been released online, shedding...
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...
Vancouver Goldeneyes Blend Gaming Nostalgia with Women's Hockey Debut: GoldenEye 007 Soundtrack Shines
Vancouver's new women's hockey team, the Goldeneyes, celebrates its debut by integrating the iconic GoldenEye 007 N64 soundtrack, showcasing the enduring legacy of...
How GoldenEye 007 Influenced Banjo-Tooie’s First-Person Gameplay, Reveals Former Rare Developer
Discover how GoldenEye 007 shaped Banjo-Tooie’s design as Rare developer Chris Sutherland explains the N64 classic’s impact on the beloved platformer, as featured in...
Analogue 3D Boosts Nintendo 64 Classics with Enhanced Overclocking Features
Explore how Analogue 3D’s FPGA-driven N64 hardware revives classic games on the Nintendo Switch and beyond, offering advanced overclocking options that elevate...
Analogue 3D Shipping Date Announced: FPGA N64 Console Pre-Orders Begin November 18th
Analogue announces the shipping date for its highly anticipated FPGA-powered N64 console, the Analogue 3D, with pre-orders set to start dispatching on November 18th....
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...
Analogue 3D FPGA N64 Console Still On Track for Q4 Release in 2024
Analogue confirms its highly anticipated Analogue 3D FPGA N64 console is on schedule for a Q4 2024 launch, offering assurance to pre-order customers and reinforcing...
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time — A Timeless Nintendo Classic That Continues to Inspire
Explore the enduring legacy of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Nintendo's groundbreaking title for the N64, and its impact on generations of gamers worldwide.
Nintendo Switch Online Adds Mario’s Super Picross and Mario Party 3 Icons as October Rewards
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can unlock new Mario’s Super Picross and Mario Party 3 icons this October, available through the SNES and N64 apps. Learn how to...
Born64: Nostalgic N64-Inspired Adventure Game Set for Steam Early Access Launch
Born64, a new Unreal Engine 5 action-adventure game inspired by classic Nintendo 64 titles, is heading to Steam Early Access. Developed by a solo creator, Born64...
Retro Fighters Brawler64 Pro Surpasses Kickstarter Goal: N64-Inspired Controller Launches for Switch and Switch 2
Retro Fighters' Brawler64 Pro Series Edition controller smashes Kickstarter goal, offering Hall Effect joysticks, customizable faceplates, and cross-platform support...
Retro Room Arcade Launches in Belfast: Four Years of Planning Culminate in Nostalgic Gaming Haven
Belfast's Retro Room arcade opens, offering classic games and consoles with hourly freeplay. Founder Marty Neill reflects on four years of development and remarkable...
ModRetro M64 and Analogue 3D: FPGA Nintendo 64 Clones Usher In New Era of Retro Gaming
An in-depth look at the ModRetro M64 and Analogue 3D, two emerging FPGA Nintendo 64 clones, their technological approaches, open-source contributions, and what they...
Brawler64 Pro: Next Generation Wireless N64 Controller Announced for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC
Retro Fighters unveils the Brawler64 Pro, a next-generation wireless N64 controller designed for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, original N64 hardware, and PC, featuring...
The Origins of Duke Nukem: Zero Hour and Time to Kill—How Two Teams Crafted Distinct N64 and PS1 Experiences
Explore the development of Duke Nukem: Zero Hour and Time to Kill, uncovering how separate teams created two unique takes on the franchise for the Nintendo 64 and...
MiSTer FPGA Saturn Core Achieves New Milestone, But Developer Affirms It’s Not Yet Fully Accurate
The MiSTer FPGA Sega Saturn core by srg320_ has made significant progress, passing all emulation tests, but its developer clarifies it's 'still far from complete...