Atari
Atari has expanded its wearable technology offerings with the release of the Atari 2600 My Play Watch, a smartwatch that combines nostalgic gaming functionality with contemporary smartwatch features. Priced at £59.99/$79.99, this new device represents Atari's continued efforts to capitalise on its gaming heritage while
PlayStation
Retro Fighters, the gaming peripheral manufacturer known for their high-quality retro console controllers, has launched a new Kickstarter page for their "Defender Pro Series" wireless controllers compatible with PlayStation 1, PlayStation 2, and PlayStation 3 consoles. The campaign page allows interested parties to be able to sign up
Super Mario 64
German speedrunner Bubzia has shattered his own Super Mario 64 blindfolded 70-star world record, clocking in at 1:16:41 on March 19, 2025. As reported by GamesRadar, this beats his previous best of 1:20:12—set just weeks earlier on March 2—by over three minutes. Bubzia declared
Analogue Pocket
Latest update broadens input compatibility for the FPGA handheld, enhancing flexibility for retro gaming enthusiasts. Expanded Controller Compatibility Analogue has released Firmware 2.5 for its Pocket handheld, introducing support for all Nintendo Switch Online controllers. This includes the NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, and N64 Bluetooth pads, enabling wireless play
modretro
A new competitor emerges in high-end retro hardware as Analogue grapples with its latest postponement. ModRetro’s Nintendo 64 Ambitions Seattle-based ModRetro has announced plans for an FPGA-based Nintendo 64 console, teasing 4K upscaling and original cartridge support. The project, revealed via Retro Handhelds, arrives weeks after Analogue confirmed its
analogue 3d
Analogue’s upcoming N64-compatible console faces another setback, echoing delays seen across its premium retro hardware line. Latest Delay for Analogue 3D Analogue has confirmed its 3D console, designed to play Nintendo 64 cartridges via FPGA technology, will now launch in July 2024 – four months later than initially planned. In
Retro Gaming News
In this week’s newsletter we cover the greatest Game Cube games, linking the Dreamcast and the Neo Geo pocket, the rise of retro and a load more. News 🛡️ Halo meets Hyrule – A modder has introduced Halo-inspired weapons and vehicles into The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, blending two
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A significant firmware update has transformed the MemCard Pro into a multifunctional device for PlayStation 1 enthusiasts, adding Bluetooth controller support to its existing memory card capabilities. This development allows PS1 owners to use modern wireless controllers with their vintage consoles without requiring additional adapters or hardware modifications. Dual Functionality
Online gaming on consoles may seem like a modern invention, but the seeds of multiplayer connectivity were sown during the 16-bit era. Long before the advent of Xbox Live and the PlayStation Network, an ingenious team of developers and engineers brought online competition to the Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis.
WayForward has announced Sigma Star Saga DX, a remastered version of their cult Game Boy Advance title that uniquely combined shoot-em-up action with role-playing game elements. The enhanced edition, now available for pre-order through Limited Run Games, revives the distinctive 2005 release with several new features while maintaining the innovative
Goretroid has revealed additional details about its forthcoming Retroid Pocket Classic handheld, including a new six-button variant that significantly enhances the device's gaming capabilities. The updated version represents a substantial improvement over the original design, offering expanded compatibility with classic fighting games and other titles that require additional
A fan-made tech-demo of Street Fighter II for the Amstrad CPC has brought the legendary arcade brawler back into the spotlight. Developed meticulously to reflect the beloved original, this adaptation has gamers revisiting the glory days of arcade halls from the classic home computer. Initially developed by Capcom and released
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I am a huge fan of Star Wars Galaxies, for me it was the greatest game ever made - the freedom to make my mark on the universe, wrapped up in the look and feel of one of my favourite films of all time made it a potent combination. It
A modder has fused The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time with Halo, integrating the shooter’s iconic weapons and vehicles into the classic Nintendo 64 game. Developed by notCHase, this fan-made project introduces a fresh way to explore Hyrule, blending two distinct gaming worlds. Released in 1998, Ocarina of
A live-action Legend of Zelda film is officially in development, a surprising turn for Nintendo after years of reluctance from creator Shigeru Miyamoto. Announced in November 2023, the project has fans eager for details. Here’s what’s known, when it might release, and how it ties to the success
A fan translation of Super Fire Pro Wrestling Special has been released, making the game’s story mode accessible to English-speaking players for the first time. Originally developed by Human Entertainment and released in 1994 for the Super Famicom, this title holds a unique place in gaming history due to
In an unexpected move, Sony has released a system software update for the PlayStation 3 (PS3), bringing the console’s firmware to version 4.92. This update, rolled out on March 5, 2025, comes nearly 19 years after the PS3’s initial debut in 2006. According to the official patch
Nintendo, historically revered for its consistently polished releases, has slipped outside the top 20 in Metacritic’s 15th Annual Game Publisher Rankings. The news has come as a shock to long-time followers who have come to expect high scores for the company’s titles, many of which have roots stretching
A new ROM hack called Pokémon Mario Red and Luigi Green has recently been announced, merging two of Nintendo’s most enduring franchises into a single project. This inventive spin on the original Pokémon adventures replaces familiar pocket monsters with beloved Mushroom Kingdom characters, which is a really interesting project.