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ZSNES Gets HD Visual Upgrade for SNES Classics
ZSNES has been updated to make Super Nintendo classics look cleaner on HD screens. It is a welcome change for retro gaming fans on PC.
Kirby en PC: debate legal desde la comunidad
Las adaptaciones no oficiales de Kirby's Dream Land 2 y 3 para PC han puesto sobre la mesa una vieja pregunta: ¿homenaje o problema legal? La comunidad de Nintendo sigue dividida.
Kirby on PC: homage or legal risk?
Unofficial PC adaptations of Kirby's Dream Land 2 and 3 have sparked debate in the Nintendo community. The question is whether they are a tribute or a legal risk.
ZSNES Update Sharpens SNES Games on HD Screens
ZSNES has received a major update that improves how classic Super Nintendo games look on HD displays. For retro fans in PC gaming, it is a welcome tune-up.
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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DSpico Flash Cart: Open-Source DS Play on Raspberry Pi Pico
The new DSpico flash cart, built around the Raspberry Pi Pico, offers an open-source solution for playing Nintendo DS titles, including DSiWare, on original hardware.
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.
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
All Neo Geo →Krikzz Podría Hacer Un Flash Cart Para Neo Geo AES
Krikzz, conocido por EverDrive, ha dicho que está valorando un flash cart para Neo Geo AES. Si sale adelante, podría abrir una vía más asequible para jugar clásicos de SNK.
Krikzz Eyes Neo Geo AES Flash Cart
Krikzz, the maker behind EverDrive, is weighing up a flash cart for the Neo Geo AES. For retro fans in our city and beyond, it is a small but notable hardware update.
Krikzz Valora Un Cartucho Flash Para Neo Geo AES
Krikzz, el creador de EverDrive, está valorando un cartucho flash para Neo Geo AES. La idea apunta a los fans de la consola clásica de SNK.
Krikzz Studies Neo Geo AES Flash Cart
Krikzz, the maker behind EverDrive, is looking at a flash cart for Neo Geo AES. For retro fans, that could mean a new option for SNK’s classic home console.
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
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Streetbeat: The C64 Arcade Game That Never Was
Games That Werent has documented Streetbeat, a 1990s art project that looked like a 1984 Commodore 64 breakdance arcade game. It was built as a final exam piece in Stockholm, complete with a cabinet, manual and box art.
Max Stone Two Lands on ZX Spectrum
Max Stone Two has joined the ZX Spectrum catalogue, adding a new independent adventure for Sinclair fans. It is another sign that the retro scene around the machine is still active.
Max Stone Two llega al ZX Spectrum
Max Stone Two suma una nueva aventura independiente al catálogo del ZX Spectrum. Un recordatorio de que el clásico de Sinclair sigue muy vivo para los fans del retro.
Max Stone Two Brings New Life to ZX Spectrum
Max Stone Two is a new independent adventure for the ZX Spectrum, and a fresh sign that the machine’s fan scene is still going strong. For retro players in Spain and beyond, it is another reason to keep an eye on Spectrum homebrew.
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Powkiddy Adds New Sub-$50 Handheld
Powkiddy has launched a new global retro handheld priced under $50, adding another entry-level option for portable emulation fans. The device sits in a busy budget market built around classic 8-bit and 16-bit play.
Embracer Split Puts Tomb Raider Under Fellowship
Embracer Group is splitting into two public companies, with Fellowship Entertainment set to handle major IPs including Tomb Raider and The Lord of the Rings. Here is what the restructure means for the games side.
London Retro Fans Get SoulCalibur II Arcade Mode
A new PCSX2 fork is set to bring SoulCalibur II’s arcade-only Conquest Mode to home setups. It is a notable step for emulation and arcade preservation.
Streetbeat: The C64 Arcade Game That Never Was
Games That Werent has documented Streetbeat, a 1990s art project that looked like a 1984 Commodore 64 breakdance arcade game. It was built as a final exam piece in Stockholm, complete with a cabinet, manual and box art.
Nintendo Nostalgia Strategy Draws Insider Concern
Former Nintendo marketing leads Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang say Nintendo’s remake-heavy approach could please existing fans while failing to bring in younger players. Their comments focus on the company’s long-term direction, not just its next sales hit.
Sega Rally DS Prototype Surfaces from DC Studios
Prototopia has shared footage of a Sega Rally prototype for Nintendo DS, developed by DC Studios. The group also posted a 2006 street racing pitch demo from the same studio.
Kirby PC Ports Put Nintendo on Watch
Unofficial PC ports of Kirby's Dream Land 2 and 3 are in development, and Nintendo's long record on fan projects makes the outcome easy to guess. The work is technically impressive, but the legal risk is clear.
ZSNES Update Upscales SNES Graphics
A new ZSNES update is aiming to make Super Nintendo games look sharper on modern displays. It takes a software-first approach, rather than relying on FPGA hardware.
Street Fighter 6 Marks Third Anniversary With GRAPHT Goods
Capcom and GRAPHT are marking Street Fighter 6’s third anniversary with new collaboration goods, including apparel, tumblers and acrylic keyholders. A Tokyo Solamachi pop-up store runs from 27 May to 16 June.
Max Stone Two Lands on ZX Spectrum
A new ZX Spectrum homebrew sequel has arrived, with Flopping’s Max Stone Two: In the Count’s Castle now available. It offers two difficulty settings and a chiptune soundtrack that makes full use of the machine’s AY chip.