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Handheld MiSTer Confirmed, Widescreen Prototype Teased
The MiSTer FPGA Multisystem 2 team has confirmed a handheld version is in deep development. A widescreen prototype, nicknamed the “Wide Boy”, has also been shown.
Reggie Says Classic Consoles Kept Wii U Going
Reggie Fils-Aimé has again described the NES and SNES Classic systems as a stopgap for Nintendo during the Wii U era. He says the mini consoles helped the company through a difficult holiday period.
Retro Gaming Weekly News #0202
This week’s retro gaming roundup covers restored Jedi Outcast combat, a new LEGO Donkey Kong arcade set, and Sega teasing Crazy Taxi again. There is also preservation news, handheld hardware, and fan-made demakes.
Fatal Fury History Book Lands from Bitmap Books
Bitmap Books has published a 460-page history of SNK’s Fatal Fury series, known in Japan as Garou Densetsu. The book includes archive art, interviews, and series history.
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
All Sega →Retro Gaming Weekly News #0202
This week’s retro gaming roundup covers restored Jedi Outcast combat, a new LEGO Donkey Kong arcade set, and Sega teasing Crazy Taxi again. There is also preservation news, handheld hardware, and fan-made demakes.
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.
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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Krikzz Considers Neo Geo AES Flash Cart, Boosting Scene Hopes
Krikzz, the developer behind the popular EverDrive series, is exploring a flash cart for the Neo Geo AES, potentially offering a new option for collectors and enthusiasts.
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.
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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The Morning Star Lands on Classic Micros
Dareint! has released The Morning Star, a new dark fantasy text adventure for classic micros including the ZX Spectrum, Amiga, Atari ST and C64. It mixes text, puzzles and illustrated fantasy scenes.
Natthrafn Brings Vault of Seraphim XL to C64
Natthrafn has released Vault of Seraphim XL for the Commodore 64, building on Catacombs of Cherubim with four new caves and revised movement. It is also available on MacOS, Windows, and Linux.
OmniDrive y la preservación retro en España
OmniDrive pone el foco en la preservación retro con un firmware casero pensado para Wii, GameCube, Xbox y Xbox 360. En España, su interés crece entre quienes quieren mantener sus colecciones accesibles.
OmniDrive Brings Retro Game Preservation Forward
OmniDrive is a homebrew firmware aimed at helping retro fans preserve and rip Wii, GameCube, Xbox and Xbox 360 collections. It is built with long-term preservation in mind.
Latest Archives
Anbernic RG Rotate Lands With Swivelling Screen
Anbernic has launched the RG Rotate, a compact retro handheld with a swivelling 3.5-inch screen and Android 12. It is a bold hardware idea, but it comes with a few clear trade-offs.
Epilogue Playback 1.10.0 Adds RTC Emulation
Epilogue has updated Playback for its GB Operator and SN Operator readers, with RTC emulation for dead cartridge batteries and cleaner audio handling. The release also improves lightgun support and multi-window use.
Buck and the Cursed Cartridge on Chromatic
Gaming Trend has reviewed Buck and the Cursed Cartridge on the ModRetro Chromatic, and the result is a surprisingly solid platformer. The review also puts GameStop’s publishing push back in focus.
Handheld MiSTer Confirmed, Widescreen Prototype Teased
The MiSTer FPGA Multisystem 2 team has confirmed a handheld version is in deep development. A widescreen prototype, nicknamed the “Wide Boy”, has also been shown.
Reggie Says Classic Consoles Kept Wii U Going
Reggie Fils-Aimé has again described the NES and SNES Classic systems as a stopgap for Nintendo during the Wii U era. He says the mini consoles helped the company through a difficult holiday period.
Retro Gaming Weekly News #0202
This week’s retro gaming roundup covers restored Jedi Outcast combat, a new LEGO Donkey Kong arcade set, and Sega teasing Crazy Taxi again. There is also preservation news, handheld hardware, and fan-made demakes.
Fatal Fury History Book Lands from Bitmap Books
Bitmap Books has published a 460-page history of SNK’s Fatal Fury series, known in Japan as Garou Densetsu. The book includes archive art, interviews, and series history.
Combo Breaker Brings Tekken 8, Fatal Fury News
Combo Breaker 2026 delivered fresh fighting game news, with Tekken 8 set to add Yujiro Hanma and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves lining up Mr. Karate. Other series, including Avatar Legends and 2XKO, also had updates.
NES Cartridge Blowing Still Sparks Debate
A viral X post has brought back a familiar NES memory for players in England and beyond. Collectors, though, say the old cartridge-blowing habit often did more harm than good.
The Morning Star Lands on Classic Micros
Dareint! has released The Morning Star, a new dark fantasy text adventure for classic micros including the ZX Spectrum, Amiga, Atari ST and C64. It mixes text, puzzles and illustrated fantasy scenes.