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Polymega Adds The Fallen Angels and Classic Psikyo Titles to Collection Lineup
Polymega announces new game collections featuring the debut home port of The Fallen Angels (Daraku Tenshi) alongside classic Psikyo and Jaleco titles for retro gaming...
Cyber Doll’s English Translation: AI Brings Classic Saturn JRPG to New Audiences
Cyber Doll, a 1996 Sega Saturn JRPG, is finally set to receive an English translation thanks to the use of AI and Python scripting—illuminating debates around machine...
Courageous Perseus Joins EGGCONSOLE Series on Nintendo Switch eShop
Classic action RPG Courageous Perseus, originally developed by Cosmos Computer for the PC-8801, debuts on Nintendo Switch's EGGCONSOLE lineup, expanding the retro...
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...
Ghostship: Super Mario 64 PC Port by Harbour Masters Brings 60+ FPS and Custom Textures
Explore the new Ghostship PC port of Super Mario 64 from Harbour Masters, offering 60+ FPS, custom textures, and simplified installation for retro gaming fans.
Taki Udon’s SuperStation One: FPGA Innovation Reimagines Retro Gaming Hardware
Discover how Taki Udon’s SuperStation One, an advanced FPGA console supporting MiSTer cores and original PS1 peripherals, is making waves in the retro gaming scene as...
Used Nintendo 3DS Prices Surge Amid Rising Demand and Hardware Inflation
Used Nintendo 3DS consoles see price hikes as tech industry factors push retro gaming demand. Analyze the market trend affecting collectors and gamers.
Nintendo Switch 2 Faces Criticism Over D-Pad Omission, Says Hideki Kamiya
Renowned game designer Hideki Kamiya expresses disappointment over the continued lack of a traditional D-Pad on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 Joy-Con controllers,...
ModRetro's Chromatic Handheld Faces Backlash Over Anduril Industries Branding
ModRetro's latest Chromatic handheld, branded with Anduril Industries, stirs controversy in the retro gaming community due to connections with defense technology....
Golden Age Magazine: Julian 'Jaz' Rignall Unveils Ambitious Retro Gaming Publication Project
Julian 'Jaz' Rignall announces plans for Golden Age, a new retro gaming magazine celebrating 20th-century consoles, computers, and arcades, aiming for a 2026...
Google Ends Support for Dreamcast PlanetWeb 3.0 Browser: What This Means for Retro Fans
Google has officially discontinued support for the PlanetWeb 3.0 browser on Sega Dreamcast, impacting connectivity for retro enthusiasts. Explore the implications and...
Anbernic RG 477V: Powerful 120Hz Handheld for Retro Gaming and Emulation
Anbernic reveals its most powerful vertical handheld yet, the RG 477V, equipped with a borderless 120Hz display, MediaTek Dimensity 8300 CPU, Android 14, and advanced...
Analogue 3D Adds New Transparent Color Options Ahead of Next Restock
Analogue 3D unveils a range of transparent color options, including Gold, Smoke, and Watermelon, in anticipation of its upcoming restock this Christmas season. Learn...
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...
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.
Go For It! Sets a New Standard for Mega Drive Fighting Games: I Heart Pizza Remakes Title in Dual Engines
I Heart Pizza is developing Go For It! for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive using both NextBasic and SGDK engines, promising an inclusive experience for retro gaming fans...
Konami’s Battle Tryst Ported to 3DO M2 FZ-35S Kiosk: A Landmark Moment for Retro Arcade Gaming
Konami's 1998 arcade fighter Battle Tryst receives a port to the rare 3DO M2 FZ-35S kiosk, marking a significant achievement in retro gaming history and hardware...
AYANEO Pocket VERT: A Premium Collectible Handheld for Retro Gaming Enthusiasts
AYANEO unveils its latest vertical handheld, the Pocket VERT, featuring advanced design elements and a high-resolution display tailored for retro gaming. Discover key...
Vectrex Mini Costs, Features, and Game Lineup Revealed as Crowdfunding Launches
Explore the newly launched Vectrex Mini: specs, pricing tiers, wireless controller details, preloaded classics, and exclusive add-ons for retro gaming enthusiasts.
Vectrex Mini Nears £1 Million on Kickstarter: Classic Console Revived for Modern Gamers
The Vectrex Mini, a compact revival of the classic vector graphic console, is closing in on a £1 million milestone on Kickstarter. Featuring a 5-inch AMOLED display,...
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...
Nileswan Flash Cart Set to Revolutionize WonderSwan Gaming in 2025
The Nileswan flash cart by 49bitcat brings advanced features and renewed life to the Bandai WonderSwan handheld, launching globally for retro gaming enthusiasts this...
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...
Nintendo Files New Virtual Console Trademark: What It Means for Nintendo Switch Fans
Nintendo of America submits a new Virtual Console trademark, but what does it mean for the Nintendo Switch platform and digital retro gaming? Explore the facts and...
Blast From The Past Arcade Returns: Halifax’s Retro Gaming Hub Reopens in New Location
Blast From The Past arcade in Halifax, UK, makes an exciting comeback with a new venue, expanded retro gaming experiences, and weekend events, delighting fans and...
Atari Teases Major Retro Gaming Announcement with Website Countdown
Atari has launched a mysterious countdown timer on its website, hinting at an exciting retro gaming reveal tied to the Portland Retro Gaming Expo. Discover what this...
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...
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 Burn Aims to Revive Retro Gaming Magic on PC and Consoles
Beyond the Pixels unveils Astro Burn, a 2D shooter by HaZ Dulull, slated for release on PC, smartphones, and consoles—channeling retro gaming's golden age with modern...
Andrew Hewson's Remastered ZX Spectrum Book Surpasses Kickstarter Goal
Andrew Hewson's updated '20 Best Programs for the ZX Spectrum' has exceeded its Kickstarter target, bringing classic programming to a new generation of ZX Spectrum and...
Don't Die Mr. Robot! Debuts on Neo Geo Pocket Color: Celebrating 25 Years with a Classic Demake
The beloved indie title Don't Die Mr. Robot!
Voultar's Impact on Retro Game Modding Amid Ongoing Health Struggles
Hardware engineer Voultar, renowned for groundbreaking mods like the SNES Edge Enhancer and Wii U NAND-Aid, continues to inspire the retro gaming community as he faces...
Mega SmartDrive Revolutionizes Sega Mega Drive Modding with Modern Features
Discover how the Mega SmartDrive by Delta Island transforms the Sega Mega Drive and Genesis, enabling region-free play, on-screen controls, and enhanced compatibility...
Golden Axe Master System Port Revived on Atari 2600 by Brazilian Developer
A talented developer brings the Master System version of Golden Axe to the Atari 2600, showcasing technical achievement and retro gaming heritage.
Ys Soundtracks Debut on Cassette: Wayo Records Releases Classic PC-88 Ys & Ys II Scores
Wayo Records launches the original Ys and Ys II soundtracks on audio cassette, featuring PC-88 music and special arrangements by renowned composers. Discover the full...
ModRetro M64 Aims to Be the Affordable, Open-Source FPGA Nintendo 64 Solution
ModRetro's M64 and Analogue 3D bring new life to Nintendo 64 emulation with unique strategies, targeting affordability and open-source access for retro gaming fans.
Andrews UK Launches Limited-Edition Retro Gaming Fragrances Inspired by Classic Consoles
Andrews UK announces a unique series of limited-edition fragrances inspired by iconic retro gaming consoles such as THEC64, The Spectrum, ZX80, and ZX81, offering...
I'm Too Young To Die: Bitmap Books' Definitive Guide to Classic FPS Games Shines on Nintendo Switch Era
Delve into Bitmap Books' essential reference, I'm Too Young To Die: The Ultimate Guide to First-Person Shooters 1992–2002, exploring the classics and influence on...
Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis Revived as ZX Spectrum Text Adventure by Kamil Blazěk
Kamil Blazěk brings LucasArts' Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis to the ZX Spectrum as a new text-based adventure, celebrating a 1990s classic for retro gaming...
Virtual Boy Games Announced for Nintendo Switch 2: A New Chapter in Retro Gaming
Nintendo brings Virtual Boy classics to the Nintendo Switch 2, expanding its retro gaming library for a new generation. Explore details on the announcement, platform...
SuperStation One: Taki Udon's FPGA Console Showcases N64 Game Compatibility and Stylish Design
Taki Udon's SuperStation One FPGA console impresses with N64 game support, multiple features, and a new 'Midnight Blue' prototype—see how it's shaping future retro...
Sega Dev Kit Raid Sparks Outcry in Retro Gaming and Game Preservation Communities
Sega's police-backed raid to recover discarded dev kits has ignited debate among retro gaming collectors and preservationists, with groups urging greater transparency...
Polymega Collection Expands: Sengoku Blade and Astyanax Physical Releases Coming October 2024
Polymega's latest collections feature Sengoku Blade and Astyanax, each bundling classic arcade and console titles with exclusive physical collectibles for the modular...
Analogue 3D Showcased Running 1080 Snowboarding Ahead of Anticipated Q4 Release
Analogue unveils first gameplay footage of its FPGA-based Analogue 3D console running classic Nintendo 64 title 1080 Snowboarding, as retro gaming enthusiasts await...
BBC Segment Sparks Retro Gaming Debate: Windows 95 Displayed on Apple Macintosh
BBC's recent segment on the 30th anniversary of Windows 95 caused a stir by featuring the OS alongside an Apple Macintosh SE—an intriguing choice clarified by Peter...
AYANEO Unveils Code R: A New Era for Entry-Level Retro Handhelds
AYANEO introduces the Code R, targeting entry-level retro gaming enthusiasts. Discover how this latest device expands the company's legacy in the handheld console...
Knockout Kings 99 Reveals Hidden Easter Egg: 'Barbie/Ken' Level Nudity Discovered by Memory_Fallen
A newly uncovered Easter egg in EA's Knockout Kings 99 features a 'Barbie/Ken' level of nudity, as revealed by renowned game hacker memory_fallen, sparking interest in...
Nostalgia Nerd Returns: Peter Leigh Reconnects with Fans After Barcadia Closure
UK retro gaming influencer Nostalgia Nerd, also known as Peter Leigh, announces his renewed focus on his YouTube channel after the closure of his Barcadia arcade bar....
Mike Tyson's Punch Out!! SNES Port by Infidelity Adds MSU-1, Rumble, and Advanced Save Features
Fan developer Infidelity releases a groundbreaking SNES port of Mike Tyson's Punch Out!!, introducing MSU-1 enhancements, rumble functionality, and an innovative...
CDex32: How the Commodore Amiga CD32 is Getting a Modern Revival
The CDex32 project brings the classic Commodore Amiga CD32 console into the 21st century, with HDMI support and expanded compatibility. Learn how this fan-led effort...
Wings of Death Atari Jaguar Port: Pre-Orders Open for Eclipse Software’s Classic Shooter
Songbird Productions and Eclipse Software announce pre-orders for the Atari Jaguar port of Wings of Death, offering special editions and CD-quality soundtracks for...
Electro-Pop Artist Remute Pulls Music from Spotify Over Bot Playlists and Platform Policies
German musician Remute withdraws his catalog from Spotify, citing issues with bot playlists, AI music, and controversial platform practices, choosing to focus on...
ZX Spectrum Next Kickstarter Breaks Records with New 8-bit Computer Cores and Game Announcements
ZX Spectrum Next's latest Kickstarter smashes funding goals, unlocking new 8-bit computer cores and exclusive games, further establishing SpecNext Ltd's hardware as a...
SuperStation One FPGA Console Expands Sega CD and Saturn Support, Targets Q3 2025 Release
SuperStation One FPGA console by Taki Udon gains direct Sega CD and Saturn disc support ahead of confirmed Q3 2025 release, establishing new benchmarks in retro gaming...
Star Fox 64 Fanmade Port Brings the N64 Classic to Sega Dreamcast
A respected homebrew developer is porting Star Fox 64 to the Sega Dreamcast, offering retro gaming fans a new way to experience the iconic Nintendo shooter.
Halifax Retro Arcade Blast From The Past Announces Permanent Closure Amid Challenging Conditions
Beloved retro gaming venue Blast From The Past in Halifax’s Piece Hall is set to close its doors at the end of the month, citing rising costs and difficult trading...
Blast From The Past Arcade in Halifax Set to Close: Iconic Retro Gaming Venue Shuts Down After Three Years
Halifax's beloved retro gaming destination, Blast From The Past Arcade, will permanently close its doors at the end of August due to rising operational challenges and...
Rick Dangerous DX: Fan-Made Sega Mega Drive Port Revives Core Design Classic
Rick Dangerous DX brings a new, enhanced version of the iconic platformer to the Sega Mega Drive, thanks to the dedication of indie developer DomKid and Z-Team....
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....
Lumo Amiga Port Announced: Triple Eh? Ltd's Isometric Adventure Gains New Life on Classic Hardware
Triple Eh? Ltd's acclaimed isometric adventure, Lumo, receives an official Commodore Amiga port, with veteran developer John Girvin overseeing development.