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The Adventures of Elliot Channels Classic SNES Zelda
Square Enix's Team Asano is developing 'The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales', a new action RPG that directly evokes the design principles of 16-bit top-down Zelda titles, offering a familiar yet evolved experience.
Impossible Mission 3 Arrives for Commodore 64
A significant new entry in the beloved Impossible Mission series has launched for the Commodore 64, a collaborative effort bringing Agent 4125 back to the screen.
👾 Retro Gaming Weekly News #0201
Issue 201 coming in hot. I attended Retro Barcelona this weekend, it was fun! I played some PES
N64 Modders Introduce Low-Latency Multiplayer
A new community modification brings low-latency performance to Nintendo 64 multiplayer games, significantly improving competitive play on the classic console.
Features
All Features →The Enduring Design of Modern 2D Platformers
A recent compilation of contemporary 2D platformers by Yardbarker Video Games offers insight into the genre's sustained relevance and its foundational design principles.
Nintendo
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Miyamoto's Persistent Vision for Zelda's Horseback Combat
Shigeru Miyamoto's long-held desire for mounted sword combat in The Legend of Zelda finally materialised in Twilight Princess, a decade after its initial conception for Ocarina of Time.
Game Boy's 37th Anniversary: A Look Back
The Nintendo Game Boy marks its 37th year, prompting a reflection on its enduring impact on handheld gaming and the modding community.
Rumbleminze Ports R.C. Pro-Am to SNES, Boosts Performance
Developer Rumbleminze has released an NES to SNES conversion of the classic racer R.C. Pro-Am, leveraging the SNES's hardware to eliminate sprite flicker and slowdown.
Nintendo DS and 3DS See Renewed Player Interest
Players are returning to the Nintendo DS and 3DS, prompting a closer look at what makes these dual-screen handhelds so enduringly popular in the retro scene.
Sega
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Sega Saturn's 1995 Launch: A Case Study in Console Failure
Fathom Journal re-examines Sega's disastrous 1995 Saturn launch, a critical misstep that shaped the console's legacy and collector appeal.
Bust-A-Move Game Gear Link Cable Mode Uncovered
A recent discovery confirms the full functionality of *Bust-A-Move*'s two-player link cable mode on the Sega Game Gear, shedding light on overlooked features in classic handheld titles.
Night Warriors: Darkstalkers’ Revenge Soundtrack Gets Vinyl Release
Mana Wave Media opens pre-orders for the Night Warriors: Darkstalkers’ Revenge soundtrack on vinyl, a move that solidifies the growing market for retro game audio collectibles.
Genesis Does What Nintendon't: Sega's 16-Bit Market Assault
Sega's aggressive "Genesis Does What Nintendon't" campaign was a critical factor in establishing the Genesis in the 16-bit console market, forcing Nintendo to play catch-up.
Atari
All Atari →Atari 2600+ Gets Bright Yellow Pac-Man Edition
Atari is releasing a new Pac-Man Edition of its Atari 2600+ console, featuring a bright yellow shell. This move targets nostalgia while stirring debate among collectors.
Atari Lynx Collection 1 Signals Renewed Interest
The announcement of an Atari Lynx Collection 1 suggests a fresh look at the often-overlooked handheld console, a machine with a curious place in gaming history.
Atari Buys Early Wizardry Rights, Plans Remasters
Atari has acquired the rights to the first five Wizardry titles, signaling new remasters, collections, and media projects for the classic RPG series.
Atari 2600 Values: What Your Console Is Worth
A new report from AOL.com details current market values for the Atari 2600, showing a steady collector interest in the console that defined early home gaming.
Neo Geo
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Neo Geo 'Overserved' Developer Ticks Off Key Risks
A new "first-party" game for the Neo Geo, 'Overserved', is in development, with its creator suggesting major technical challenges are now resolved. This marks a notable event for the classic Japanese arcade and home console.
Plaion Clarifies Neo Geo AES+ Features and Compatibility
Plaion has released an official FAQ video, offering key details on the upcoming Neo Geo AES+ console, including its connectivity, game compatibility, and accessory support.
Metal Slug's Hidden Origins Revealed by Director Kazuma Kujo
New interviews with Metal Slug director Kazuma Kujo shed light on the game's initial concept as "Metal Slug Zero" and the Irem team's transition to Nazca Corporation.
FULLSET Launches New Physical Games for Neo Geo and Saturn
FULLSET is bringing new physical releases, Overserved: Food Fighters and Project Neon, to the Neo Geo, Sega Saturn, and Dreamcast, pushing modern tech into classic consoles.
Arcade
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Evercade Announces NEOGEO Arcade 4 and Activision Collection 3
Evercade is set to expand its physical cartridge library in 2026 with the release of NEOGEO Arcade 4 and Activision Collection 3, bringing more classic titles to modern players.
Night Warriors: Darkstalkers’ Revenge Soundtrack Gets Vinyl Release
Mana Wave Media opens pre-orders for the Night Warriors: Darkstalkers’ Revenge soundtrack on vinyl, a move that solidifies the growing market for retro game audio collectibles.
Neo Geo 'Overserved' Developer Ticks Off Key Risks
A new "first-party" game for the Neo Geo, 'Overserved', is in development, with its creator suggesting major technical challenges are now resolved. This marks a notable event for the classic Japanese arcade and home console.
CPSdigiav HDMI Mod Returns for Japanese Arcade Boards
The cpsdigiav mod, offering zero-lag HDMI output for Capcom CPS 1, 2, and 3, Neo Geo, and Toaplan v2 boards, is back in stock for arcade enthusiasts seeking pristine signal quality.
Homebrew
All Homebrew →Impossible Mission 3 Arrives for Commodore 64
A significant new entry in the beloved Impossible Mission series has launched for the Commodore 64, a collaborative effort bringing Agent 4125 back to the screen.
ZX Spectrum Gets SimTower-Inspired Skyscraper Management
A new homebrew title, Tower 48, brings complex skyscraper management to the ZX Spectrum, drawing inspiration from Maxis's SimTower.
Rumbleminze Ports R.C. Pro-Am to SNES, Boosts Performance
Developer Rumbleminze has released an NES to SNES conversion of the classic racer R.C. Pro-Am, leveraging the SNES's hardware to eliminate sprite flicker and slowdown.
Ecliptic Brings New Tactical Combat to Amiga Homebrew
Independent developer bwldrbst has released Ecliptic, a turn-based tactical combat and role-playing game for the Commodore Amiga, blending classic mechanics with a retro-futuristic sci-fi aesthetic.
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.hack//G.U. Marks 20th Anniversary with New Art, Exhibitions
CyberConnect2 celebrates two decades of the .hack//G.U. series, marking the PlayStation 2 original's launch with new artwork, merchandise, and Japanese exhibitions.
Miyamoto's Persistent Vision for Zelda's Horseback Combat
Shigeru Miyamoto's long-held desire for mounted sword combat in The Legend of Zelda finally materialised in Twilight Princess, a decade after its initial conception for Ocarina of Time.
Spyro E3 2000 Statue Rediscovered in Disused Building
A substantial Spyro the Dragon statue, originally a centrepiece at the Electronic Entertainment Expo in 2000, has been found in an abandoned structure.
The Adventures of Elliot Channels Classic SNES Zelda
Square Enix's Team Asano is developing 'The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales', a new action RPG that directly evokes the design principles of 16-bit top-down Zelda titles, offering a familiar yet evolved experience.
Impossible Mission 3 Arrives for Commodore 64
A significant new entry in the beloved Impossible Mission series has launched for the Commodore 64, a collaborative effort bringing Agent 4125 back to the screen.
👾 Retro Gaming Weekly News #0201
Issue 201 coming in hot. I attended Retro Barcelona this weekend, it was fun! I played some PES 2008 and Street Fighter 4, and even
N64 Modders Introduce Low-Latency Multiplayer
A new community modification brings low-latency performance to Nintendo 64 multiplayer games, significantly improving competitive play on the classic console.
CGA Graphics Redefined: Pico Mod Unlocks New Visuals
A new mod uses a Raspberry Pi Pico 2 to push IBM's Color Graphics Adapter beyond its original limits, displaying high-resolution visuals in text mode.
Studio Ghibli's Unseen Hand in Magic Pengel
A PlayStation 2 role-playing game, Magic Pengel: The Quest for Color, quietly received animation contributions from Studio Ghibli, a detail largely overlooked in its cult classic status.
Game Boy's 37th Anniversary: A Look Back
The Nintendo Game Boy marks its 37th year, prompting a reflection on its enduring impact on handheld gaming and the modding community.