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Rare Punch-Out Prototype Unearthed: Inside Nintendo’s Lost NES History
A prototype cartridge of the classic NES game Punch-Out has surfaced, offering new insights into Nintendo’s development process and the boxing game’s evolution....
Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 eShop Update: New Releases and Activities for April 9, 2026
Explore the latest Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 eShop releases for the week of April 9, 2026, including Pokémon Champions, Dosa Divas, and new NES classics. Find out...
Nintendo Switch Online Expands NES Library with Pac-Man, Mendel Palace, and The Tower of Druaga
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can now play Pac-Man, Mendel Palace, and The Tower of Druaga on both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, enriching the NES...
Jaleco Sports Classics: Bases Loaded 2 and Goal Two Launch on Nintendo Switch with Enhanced Features
Rock It Games brings Jaleco's Bases Loaded 2 and Goal Two to Nintendo Switch, complete with retro filters, leaderboards, and modern enhancements. Discover the full...
NES-SY2.0: Love Hultén Unveils Unique NES Synthesizer Hybrid for Retro Gaming and Chiptune Creation
Swedish designer Love Hultén introduces the NES-SY2.0, a handcrafted hybrid of the legendary Nintendo Entertainment System and a MIDI synthesizer—reviving chiptune...
Lady Stalker 2D Brings Classic RPG Experience to Nintendo NES with Kan Naito at the Helm
Industry veteran Kan Naito revives legendary RPG roots as Lady Stalker 2D is announced for the NES, featuring designs by the late Yoshitaka Tamaki and unique hardware...
Homebrew Ports Highlight the Passion Behind Classic Game Revivals on Dreamcast and SNES
Leading developers in the homebrew community defend the value of porting classic games to platforms like Sega Dreamcast and SNES, emphasizing creativity, family...
Prison City Nintendo Switch Review: New Update and Physical Release Boost Classic NES-Inspired Platformer
Explore our comprehensive review of Prison City for Nintendo Switch, highlighting its new update, physical edition, and challenging NES-inspired gameplay. Learn why...
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...
The Disney Afternoon Collection Finally Arrives on Nintendo Switch: A Nostalgic Platformer Showcase
After nine years, The Disney Afternoon Collection brings Capcom’s classic NES and SNES games to the Nintendo Switch. Explore a detailed review highlighting gameplay,...
The Disney Afternoon Collection Launches on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 With New SNES Classics
Atari and Digital Eclipse release The Disney Afternoon Collection on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, featuring beloved NES and SNES titles plus modern features and a...
Super Mario Land 2 Soundtrack Now Available on Nintendo Music App for Switch Online Members
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can now enjoy the classic Super Mario Land 2 soundtrack on the Nintendo Music app, featuring iconic tunes from the legendary Game...
Trigger Happy from Bitmap Books: A Visual Celebration of Video Game Controllers Across Nintendo and Beyond
Discover Bitmap Books' 'Trigger Happy', a stunning photography book by Christian Wenk, showcasing the evolution and design of video game controllers, with a special...
Legendary NES Composer Kazuo Sawa Passes Away: Honoring His Legacy in Classic Nintendo Music
Kazuo Sawa, the acclaimed composer behind NES classics like River City Ransom and Super Dodge Ball, has passed away. Explore Sawa's pivotal role in shaping iconic...
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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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Nintendo Switch Surpasses DS to Become Company’s Best-Selling Console Ever
Nintendo Switch sets a new record as the company's top-selling console, surpassing the DS with over 155 million units sold. Get the latest official sales data and...
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Leaps + Bounds: Bitmap Books Announces Comprehensive Visual Guide to Console Generations
Bitmap Books unveils Leaps + Bounds, a detailed visual guide chronicling nine generations of home gaming consoles, featuring insights, game screenshots, and exclusive...
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PlayStation Portable Sales: Why the PSP's 82 Million Units Prove Its Success Against Nintendo Handhelds
An in-depth look at the PlayStation Portable's sales performance, its comparison to Nintendo DS, and a data-driven defense of Sony's influential handheld legacy.
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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.
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ESRB Rates The Disney Afternoon Collection for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
The ESRB has rated The Disney Afternoon Collection for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, suggesting Capcom's beloved compilation of classic Disney NES games may soon...
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The Disney Afternoon Collection Rated for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2: Classic NES Titles Set for Return
Digital Eclipse's acclaimed retro compilation, The Disney Afternoon Collection, has received an ESRB rating for Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, signaling a...
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LEGO Unveils Official Pokémon Sets: A Major New Collaboration for Nintendo Fans
LEGO and The Pokémon Company announce five new Pokémon sets, including Kanto region favorites and exclusive badges, expanding the LEGO Nintendo lineup for 2024.
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Pit Fighter II Genesis Prototype Discovered: A Hidden Gem from 1993 Preserved by The Video Game History Foundation
A reconstructed prototype of Pit Fighter II for the Sega Genesis, originally developed by Polygames and planned for release by Tengen in 1993, has resurfaced thanks to...
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Hideo Kojima Cites Super Mario Bros. as Pivotal Inspiration for His Game Development Career
Legendary game creator Hideo Kojima reveals that Super Mario Bros. played a defining role in shaping his path in the gaming industry, crediting Nintendo's classic...
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Mega Man: Revamped ROM Hack Brings Classic NES Title to Modern Standards
Discover how the new Mega Man: Revamped ROM hack updates the iconic NES platformer with modern features like reduced lag, rebalanced difficulty, and new graphics,...
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Mega Man Revamped ROM Hack Modernizes NES Classic with Enhanced Features
A new ROM hack, 'Mega Man: Revamped,' updates the original NES Mega Man with fresh graphics, balanced gameplay, and reduced lag—offering fans a modern twist on...
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Contra Force SNES Port Beta Released by Renowned NES-to-SNES Developer Infidelity
Infidelity, acclaimed for NES-to-SNES conversions, releases the first playable beta of Contra Force for the Super Nintendo, bringing the classic 1992 Konami title to...
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Jaws: Retro Edition Announced for Nintendo Switch by Limited Run Games
Limited Run Games brings back the NES classic Jaws with a physical Switch release, new Enhanced Version, and collector's items. Key features and pre-order details inside.
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Retrobrighting Older Nintendo Consoles: New Study Reveals Long-Term Damage Risks
A decade-long investigation challenges the effectiveness of retrobrighting restoration methods for aging Nintendo consoles like the SNES and NES, highlighting...
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Bad Dudes Vs. Dragon Ninja Gets Unofficial Sega Genesis Port by Andrea Baldiraghi
Andrea Baldiraghi brings Data East's classic Bad Dudes Vs. Dragon Ninja to the Sega Genesis in an impressive unofficial port, giving the 1988 arcade hit a new lease on...
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Stranger Things Season 5: NES Scene Features Ghouls 'n Ghosts Inaccurately on Nintendo's Classic Console
Stranger Things season 5 displays Ghouls 'n Ghosts on a Nintendo Entertainment System, spotlighting a notable retro gaming inaccuracy within Netflix's acclaimed series.
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Nintendo Switch Online Adds Ninja Gaiden II, Battletoads, and More Classic Games to NES and Game Boy Libraries
Nintendo Switch Online expands its classic games collection with the addition of Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos, Battletoads, Kid Icarus: Of Myths and...
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Rock It Games Launches Jaleco Sports: Goal and Bases Loaded Classics on Nintendo Switch
Rock It Games brings classic NES and SNES titles, Jaleco Sports: Goal and Bases Loaded, to the Nintendo Switch with new features and global leaderboards.
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Snow Bros. Classic Collection Announced for Nintendo Switch by Limited Run Games
Snow Bros. Classic Collection brings the beloved arcade platformer to Nintendo Switch, featuring multiple versions from classic consoles.
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Castlevania II: Simon's Quest Receives Major Unofficial SNES Port with Retranslation and Enhanced Features
A dedicated fan developer brings Konami’s Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest to the Super Nintendo with major improvements, including a popular retranslation hack, updated...
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Flow – The Tidal Whispers: A New Celeste-Inspired Platformer in Development for the NES by Lavenstar Games
Flow – The Tidal Whispers, an ambitious NES platformer from Lavenstar Games, channels Celeste and Suikoden with a unique choice-based system. Discover everything we...
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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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Little Samson Returns: NES Cult Classic Set for Modern Release on Nintendo Switch, PS5, and PC
Limited Run Games announces the digital re-release of NES classic Little Samson on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC, utilizing the Carbon Engine platform for...
Little Samson Returns: Limited Run Games Brings Rare NES Platformer to Nintendo Switch in 2026
Limited Run Games announces a 2026 Nintendo Switch release for the cult-classic NES platformer Little Samson, making the rare collectible widely accessible using the...
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NESBook: Ninty Media Celebrates Nintendo’s Iconic Console With a New Unofficial History Book
Ninty Media announces NESBook, an unofficial retrospective dedicated to the Nintendo Entertainment System, featuring in-depth retrospectives and expert contributors....
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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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How Nintendo Rebranded the NES Zapper to Achieve Success: Insights from Former Sales VP
Discover the history behind the NES Zapper's rebranding, featuring insights from former Nintendo of America sales vice president Bruce Lowry. Learn how focus groups...
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Nintendo Download Highlights: Little Nightmares III, Yooka-Replaylee, and More Hit Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 eShop
Explore the latest Nintendo eShop releases for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, including Little Nightmares III, Yooka-Replaylee, Super NES classics, new pre-orders, and...
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Retro-Bit Revives Rare Classics: R.C. Pro-Am II and Battletoads & Double Dragon Re-released for Classic Consoles
Retro-Bit brings back Rare’s iconic titles R.C. Pro-Am II and Battletoads & Double Dragon for NES and Game Boy, delighting collectors and retro gaming fans with...
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New Glitches Uncovered: Speedrunner Kosmic Discovers Hidden Levels in Super Mario Bros. The Lost Levels
Renowned Mario speedrunner Kosmic uncovers and completes previously untouched glitched levels in Super Mario Bros. The Lost Levels on Nintendo Switch and NES, shedding...
VMU Pro Store Launches in November: Next-Gen Dreamcast Memory Card by 8BitMods Opens Developer Access
8BitMods announces the November launch of the VMU Pro Store for Dreamcast, alongside open developer portal and pre-orders for the advanced memory card supporting apps...
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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...
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...
Zelda II: The Adventure of Link Soundtrack Now Available on Nintendo Music
Nintendo adds the Zelda II: The Adventure of Link soundtrack to its Nintendo Music service, offering fans 20 iconic tracks from the classic NES sequel.
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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Midnight Yammy Release: New Indie NES Puzzle Platformer from Kanno Develop Launches on Steam and NES
Kanno Develop releases Midnight Yammy, a retro-inspired NES and PC puzzle platformer, offering 50 handcrafted levels for fans of 8-bit gaming. Available now on Steam...
Micro Mages Maker Brings NES Level Creation to Modern Platforms: Morphcat Games Partners with Novasplore Games
Discover how Micro Mages Maker enables NES ROM exports, providing a new level of creative control for fans and homebrew enthusiasts. Developed by Morphcat Games and...
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Fan-Made Super Mario Bros Remastered Brings Classic Platformer to New Heights for 40th Anniversary
Discover how Super Mario Bros Remastered, a feature-rich fan project, revitalizes the original NES classic and its sequels for modern gamers, in celebration of the...
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Spine Lasher: Pink Anvil’s 8-Bit Action Platformer Honors NES Classics on Nintendo Switch and PC
Discover how Pink Anvil’s Spine Lasher revives the 8-bit action-platformer legacy, blending Castlevania inspiration with unique gameplay on Nintendo Switch and PC.
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Spine Lasher: Pink Anvil's Retro Action-Platformer Channels NES Classics on Nintendo Switch
Discover Spine Lasher by Pink Anvil, an action-platformer inspired by NES classics. Explore its 8-bit homage, core gameplay features, and availability on Nintendo...
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The Truth Behind the Chris Houlihan Room in The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
A deep dive into the verified story of Chris Houlihan, the competition winner immortalized in The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, debunking longstanding mysteries...
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How Princess Peach Got Her Name: Nintendo’s Localization Journey from Toadstool to Peach
Explore the story behind Princess Peach's naming in the Super Mario series, as revealed by longtime Nintendo of America localization manager Leslie Swan. Learn how ad...
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