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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.
Rare 3DO Blaster Card Brought Back From The Brink
A recent restoration project detailed by Hackaday revives a 3DO Blaster card, a niche PC peripheral that allowed 3DO game playback on early 90s computers.
Nintendo Switch 1 Rumoured for 2027 India Launch
Reports suggest the original Nintendo Switch console may officially launch in India by 2027, years after its global release, with Redington as the distributor.
Xbox Controller Leaks Show Retro Design, Cloud Focus
Leaked images from a Brazilian regulator reveal two new Xbox controllers, including a compact model with a distinct retro Super Nintendo Entertainment System aesthetic and direct cloud connectivity.
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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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.
Nintendo's "Complete Game" Stance Hits Hard
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé's comments on shipping "complete" games reveal a sharp take on modern development practices and pricing.
Pikmin LEGO Concept Reimagines Olimar's Shipwreck
A fan-designed LEGO Ideas project, 'Olimar's Shipwreck Tale', brings the strategic charm of Pikmin to brick form, gaining significant support.
Nintendo Music App: A New Front in IP Control
Nintendo has released its dedicated Nintendo Music app for Switch Online subscribers, a strategic move to centralise its audio catalogue and manage intellectual property.
Sega
All Sega →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
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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
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Duo Tanx Brings C64 Tank Duels to Life
TND Games has released Duo Tanx, a new Commodore 64 programme focused purely on local two-player arena combat, harking back to shared screen rivalries.
Chucky Egg Hatches on SymbOS with New Engine
Nigel Alderton's 1980s platforming classic, Chucky Egg, arrives on SymbOS, showing off a new GUI-based sprite engine for the Amstrad CPC and other systems.
Dantalion: New C64 Platform Puzzler Arrives Digitally
Eleanor Burns' Dantalion, a flip-screen platform puzzler for the Commodore 64, has made its digital debut via The New Dimension, bypassing a delayed cover tape release.
Pooyan Amiga Conversion Nears Release
JOTD, known for his faithful arcade ports, is set to release an Amiga version of Konami's 1982 classic, Pooyan, with new music by no9.
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Digimon Universe: Appli Monsters Gets English Fan Translation
A dedicated community effort has released an English fan translation patch for the Nintendo 3DS role-playing game, Digimon Universe: Appli Monsters, making it playable for Western audiences for the first time.
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.
Capcom's Devil May Cry HD Collection Sees Deep Discount
Capcom has significantly reduced the price of its Devil May Cry HD Collection and Devil May Cry 4 on digital storefronts, making these classic action titles more accessible to a new generation of players.
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.
Rare 3DO Blaster Card Brought Back From The Brink
A recent restoration project detailed by Hackaday revives a 3DO Blaster card, a niche PC peripheral that allowed 3DO game playback on early 90s computers.
Nintendo Switch 1 Rumoured for 2027 India Launch
Reports suggest the original Nintendo Switch console may officially launch in India by 2027, years after its global release, with Redington as the distributor.
Xbox Controller Leaks Show Retro Design, Cloud Focus
Leaked images from a Brazilian regulator reveal two new Xbox controllers, including a compact model with a distinct retro Super Nintendo Entertainment System aesthetic and direct cloud connectivity.
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.
Resident Evil at Thirty: A Genre's Unlikely Genesis
Thirty years on, we examine the original PlayStation release of Resident Evil, a title that did not merely join a genre but largely defined survival horror for a generation of players.
Analogue 3D Gains Save States with 3DOS Update
The Analogue 3D now includes a "Memory" feature, bringing save states to N64 cartridges and offering critical preservation for game progress.