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Sega Drops 'Super Game' for Classic Reboots
Sega has officially canceled its ambitious 'Super Game' project, which included NFTs and cloud streaming. Instead, the company confirms new entries for Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, and Streets of Rage are still in development, a clear win for established IP.
Tony Montezuma’s Gold Drops for Atari 2600
Monochrome Productions just released *Tony Montezuma’s Gold* for the Atari 2600, bringing new life to the classic console with a platforming adventure inspired by a real-world explorer.
Devil May Cry Season 2: An Adaptation Finds Its Footing
Netflix's animated *Devil May Cry* series enters its second season, with Inverse reporting a more refined approach to its complex narrative and character dynamics. The programme now better balances its allegorical ambitions with the core fraternal conflict.
KLRR Brings Clear Shells to Nintendo 3DS XL and New 3DS
KendyLabs and Raretro Consoles have launched KLRR, a new venture delivering transparent shells for the Nintendo 3DS XL and New 3DS, addressing a long-standing modding challenge.
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Twilight Princess Gets Native PC Port with 'Dusk' Project
The Twili Realm development team has released 'Dusk', an unofficial native PC port of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, offering deep modding potential beyond traditional emulation.
Nintendo Issued Cease and Desist Over Triforce Boots
WWE champion Cody Rhodes revealed Nintendo sent him a cease and desist for using the Triforce symbol from The Legend of Zelda on his wrestling boots, highlighting corporate IP vigilance.
Game Boy Value: More Than You Realise
The original Nintendo Game Boy, a monochrome marvel, is now a sought-after item for collectors and modders. Its enduring design and repairability contribute to its rising market value.
Pokémon Pinball Almost Launched as a Metroid Game
The Game Boy Color classic Pokémon Pinball was nearly a Metroid title, a decision that shaped its hardware-driven design and commercial success.
Sega
All Sega →Sega Drops 'Super Game' for Classic Reboots
Sega has officially canceled its ambitious 'Super Game' project, which included NFTs and cloud streaming. Instead, the company confirms new entries for Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, and Streets of Rage are still in development, a clear win for established IP.
Limited Run Games Revises Sonic X Shadow Generations Statue
Limited Run Games has unveiled a revised prototype for the Sonic X Shadow Generations collector's statue, following significant fan feedback regarding the original's quality.
Sega Launches New Kingdom Hearts Plush Toys in Japan
Sega, Square Enix, and Disney are releasing a new line of Kingdom Hearts & you miniature plush toys, initially available in Japanese arcades this May.
AI Fakes Flood Retro Console Ad Scene
Generative AI is creating fake "lost" Japanese retro console ads, fooling many online and raising serious questions for game preservation.
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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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.
SNK Announces World Heroes Perfect PC Edition with Rollback Netcode
SNK has revealed a new PC version of the 1995 arcade fighting game, World Heroes Perfect. This 'NEO GEO Premium Selection' release includes modern features like rollback netcode.
Arcade
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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.
SNK Cuts King of Fighters 15, Samurai Shodown Tournament Slots
SNK Corporation has announced a reduction in qualification slots for The King of Fighters 15 and Samurai Shodown at the upcoming SNK World Championship 2026, impacting competitor plans.
Xevious 128k Edition Discovered for Amstrad CPC
A previously unknown 128k version of Namco's classic arcade shooter, Xevious, has surfaced for the Amstrad CPC, found hidden as an Easter egg.
Playable LEGO Tetris Arcade Set Gains Support
A fan-designed LEGO Tetris arcade cabinet, featuring playable block-stacking and a hidden room, is gathering significant community support on LEGO Ideas.
Homebrew
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Game Boy Color AI Demo Pushes Hardware Limits
A recent demonstration shows artificial intelligence running on a Game Boy Color, highlighting the potential for small local models on constrained retro hardware.
HipoFruta: A New C64 Platformer Emerges
A cheerful hippopotamus stars in HipoFruta, a new Commodore 64 platformer developed by Bonnette2020, set to bring fresh action to the venerable 8-bit machine.
Tony Montezuma’s Gold Drops for Atari 2600
Monochrome Productions just released *Tony Montezuma’s Gold* for the Atari 2600, bringing new life to the classic console with a platforming adventure inspired by a real-world explorer.
Amiga Kick Off 2 Gets a Visual Refresh
The classic Amiga football title, Kick Off 2, receives a significant graphics restyle from KONEY-SCANLINES, breathing new life into its competitive version.
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Game Boy Color AI Demo Pushes Hardware Limits
A recent demonstration shows artificial intelligence running on a Game Boy Color, highlighting the potential for small local models on constrained retro hardware.
Forza Horizon Leak Leads to Unprecedented 9999 Ban
A substantial leak of an unreleased Forza Horizon title has resulted in a player receiving a ban until December 31, 9999, for unauthorised modding.
HipoFruta: A New C64 Platformer Emerges
A cheerful hippopotamus stars in HipoFruta, a new Commodore 64 platformer developed by Bonnette2020, set to bring fresh action to the venerable 8-bit machine.
Sega Drops 'Super Game' for Classic Reboots
Sega has officially canceled its ambitious 'Super Game' project, which included NFTs and cloud streaming. Instead, the company confirms new entries for Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio, Golden Axe, and Streets of Rage are still in development, a clear win for established IP.
Tony Montezuma’s Gold Drops for Atari 2600
Monochrome Productions just released *Tony Montezuma’s Gold* for the Atari 2600, bringing new life to the classic console with a platforming adventure inspired by a real-world explorer.
Devil May Cry Season 2: An Adaptation Finds Its Footing
Netflix's animated *Devil May Cry* series enters its second season, with Inverse reporting a more refined approach to its complex narrative and character dynamics. The programme now better balances its allegorical ambitions with the core fraternal conflict.
KLRR Brings Clear Shells to Nintendo 3DS XL and New 3DS
KendyLabs and Raretro Consoles have launched KLRR, a new venture delivering transparent shells for the Nintendo 3DS XL and New 3DS, addressing a long-standing modding challenge.
Katsuhiro Harada Forms VS Studio with SNK
Veteran fighting game producer Katsuhiro Harada, known for the *Tekken* series, has established a new studio, VS Studio, in collaboration with SNK. This move follows his departure from Bandai Namco after over three decades.
Nintendo's Handheld Defining Games: A Hardware Perspective
Game Rant recently explored the console-defining games for every Nintendo system, prompting a closer look at how these titles shaped the handheld landscape and pushed their unique hardware.
Community Patches Drive Retro Game Preservation
Recent updates on ROMhacking.net highlight the community's persistent efforts in digital preservation, making previously inaccessible titles playable and refining classic experiences.