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Chase H.Q. ZX Spectrum: Mike Tyson Cameo Revealed by Ocean Software Artist
Ocean Software artist Bill Harbison reveals a hidden Mike Tyson portrait in the 1989 ZX Spectrum conversion of Taito's 1988 arcade hit Chase H.Q.
Mischief Makers PC Port Controversy: AI-Assisted Recomp Draws Retro Community Backlash
A native PC recomp of Treasure's N64 classic Mischief Makers has stirred debate after contributors credited AI tools. Early reports highlight performance problems and...
Afterplay Cloud Saves and Browser-Based Emulation: Patrick Corrigan’s Plan for Retro Gaming
Afterplay is a browser-based emulation platform launched in 2021 by Patrick Corrigan that delivers cloud saves, netplay, RetroAchievements and a growing storefront for...
Evercade Price Increase: Blaze Entertainment Raises Cartridge and Super Pocket Prices in UK and Europe
Blaze Entertainment confirms UK and Europe price increases for Evercade cartridges and the Super Pocket handheld, citing rising component and freight costs. US pricing...
id Software layoffs: John Carmack reflects on Microsoft ownership and the studio's future
John Carmack responds to reports of layoffs at id Software after Microsoft's ZeniMax acquisition. Coverage includes studio history, platform legacy, and context on...
Callback 8020 Backpack Holster Sparks Backlash for Commodore International
Commodore International faces criticism over a $24 Callback 8020 Backpack Holster accessory as the company continues to sell the FPGA-based C64 Ultimate and pre-orders...
AI-generated MiSTer FPGA Cores Spark Debate Over Accuracy and Ethics
AI-generated FPGA cores for MiSTer, reportedly derived from MAME, have reignited debate in the retro community over accuracy, provenance, and environmental impact.
Empire Interactive Says It Acquired The 3DO Company Trademark — What That Means
Empire Interactive has announced it holds the trademark and select intellectual property rights of The 3DO Company. We examine the relaunch, the claims from new CEO...
Empire Interactive 3DO Rights Claim Disputed by Throwback Entertainment and Josh Fairhurst
Empire Interactive's June 2026 LinkedIn post claiming ownership of The 3DO Company has prompted pushback from Throwback Entertainment and industry figures. We...
Time Extension News Editor Role: Remote UK Job Covering Retro Gaming, Nintendo Switch and eShop News
Time Extension (Hookshot Media) is hiring a UK-based News Editor to cover retro gaming, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Direct and eShop updates. Learn responsibilities,...
Commodore Callback 8020 Announcement Sparks Mixed Reaction from Retro Gaming Community
Commodore International's new Callback 8020 'dumbphone' drew mixed responses after its reveal. Read an industry-focused breakdown of the announcement, community...
AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 Teased: What We Know About the Gen 2 Handheld
AYANEO has teased a successor to the AYANEO Pocket Micro, promising improved ergonomics, performance, controls, and battery life. Read verified details on the original...
AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 teased ahead of June 26 unveiling: specs, joysticks, and bigger battery
AYANEO has teased the AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 ahead of a June 26, 2026 unveiling. Read verified details on controls, battery, ports, and the Pocket Micro lineage for...
AYANEO Pocket Micro 2: Specs, Pricing, and Pre-Order Details for the New Retro Handheld
AYANEO has announced the Pocket Micro 2 handheld. Read verified specs, pricing, pre-order date, and how the Android-based retro device compares to the original Pocket...
Wil Overton Reimagines Super Play Cover Art: SNES Magazine Icon Revisited
Artist Wil Overton has recreated the debut Super Play cover with modern styling. Read how the former Rare artist is turning classic SNES magazine art into a Patreon...
Arcade Archives Launches Konami GT and Ishin no Arashi on Nintendo Switch and More Platforms
Hamster revives Konami GT and Ishin no Arashi for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation, and Xbox Series X|S, offering enhanced retro gaming experiences for modern...
Neo Turf Masters Patch Unlocks Infamous Scotland Course on Neo Geo MVS/AES
A new patch brings the legendary Scotland course from the Neo Geo CD version of Neo Turf Masters to the MVS and AES cartridge platforms, enhancing accessibility for...
GAMEMT E5 ModX: Innovative Handheld Brings Modular Flexibility to Retro Gaming
Discover the GAMEMT E5 ModX handheld, a modular device for retro gaming enthusiasts, featuring detachable screen design, MediaTek P60 chipset, and versatile play modes.
Custom PS1 PCB Revolutionizes Retro Gaming with Ultimate PlayStation Build
Secret Hobbyist unveils custom PlayStation PCB combining the best features of original PS1 and PSOne models, enabling HDMI output and enhanced mod compatibility. Learn...
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...
RetroTap: The Ultimate Power Solution for Multiple Retro Consoles
Discover RetroTap, a modern, central power solution designed by Kytor Industries to simplify powering multiple retro gaming consoles. Learn about features,...
PixelHeart and JoshProd Announce New 3D Survival Horror for Sega Dreamcast: A Tribute to Classic Gaming
PixelHeart and JoshProd producer Philippe Nguyen announces development of a new 3D survival horror game for Sega Dreamcast, promising fixed cameras and a dark,...
Evercade Nexus Teased: Blaze Expands Evercade Hardware Lineup
Blaze Entertainment hints at the new Evercade Nexus, signaling fresh hardware for cartridge-based retro gaming fans. Explore the company's legacy and hardware evolution.
Evercade Nexus Reveal Set for March 31: Blaze Prepares New Hardware Announcement
Blaze Entertainment is set to unveil the Evercade Nexus, expanding its retro gaming hardware line. Learn what to expect and when to watch the live reveal.
SNES Digital Video Mod Brings True 1080p Output to Original Hardware
A new prototype mod from Stanislav Parhomovich enables the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) to deliver native 1080p digital video output, bridging retro...
Mega Man 2 Receives a Full 16-Bit SNES Makeover With Authentic SPC700 Soundtrack
Homebrew developer Infidelity unveils a true 16-bit SNES port of Mega Man 2, featuring custom graphics, an authentic SPC700 soundtrack, and quality-of-life...
Croc: Legend of the Gobbos Gets Long-Overdue Re-Release and Surprising New PS1 Cheat Code Discovery
Argonaut Games' classic 3D platformer 'Croc: Legend of the Gobbos' has made headlines with its modern re-release and the recent discovery of a new cheat code in its...
ScummVM Adds Support for Classic American Laser FMV Games Including Mad Dog McCree
ScummVM starts compatibility testing for seven American Laser Games FMV classics, including Mad Dog McCree, on modern hardware, inviting retro gaming fans to revisit...
Retroid Pocket 6 Faces Price Increase and Model Discontinuation Amid Global RAM Shortage
Retroid announces a price hike for the popular Retroid Pocket 6 handheld and discontinuation of its 12GB model, citing rising RAM and storage costs. Learn more about...
Nintendo Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics Launch: A Look Back and Forward
Explore the launch of Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics for Nintendo Switch, examining the historic hardware, game lineup, and what Nintendo's renewed focus on this...
TrimUI Flap X1 CAD Renders Reveal Ultra-Thin Clamshell Handheld for Retro Gamers
New CAD renders of the TrimUI Flap X1 hint at an exceptionally thin clamshell handheld, signaling TrimUI’s continued innovation in compact retro gaming devices.
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Nintendo Switch Online Set to Expand with Wii, Nintendo DS, and SEGA CD Titles
Nintendo Switch Online is rumored to broaden its Classics library with Wii, Nintendo DS, and SEGA CD games, continuing Nintendo's commitment to retro gaming...
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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.
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DOOM Series Announced for Evercade: Classic FPS Franchise Expands to New Platform
Blaze Entertainment confirms the arrival of the DOOM series on Evercade, bringing id Software's iconic FPS classics to the retro gaming hardware ecosystem.
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Nintendo Labo VR Kit Gains New Life with Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics on Switch
Nintendo confirms compatibility between its Labo VR kit and the upcoming Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics service on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, offering retro gaming...
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Anbernic Unveils RG Vita and RG Vita Pro: New Emulation Handhelds Inspired by Sony's PS Vita
Anbernic announces the RG Vita and RG Vita Pro, handhelds inspired by the Sony PS Vita, continuing its legacy of retro gaming device clones. Discover the devices'...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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,...
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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....
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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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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...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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