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Sega Force and the UK Console Press Shift
Sega Force arrived in 1992 as Roger Kean and Oli Frey took their Newsfield know-how into the Sega market. TimeExtension has revisited how the magazine fit into the UK console press boom.
ModRetro M64 Gets a Launch Date
ModRetro’s M64 now has a launch date, but key details are still under wraps. Here is what we know so far, and why N64 fans are paying attention.
GB Boy Clone Speed Fix Exposes Hardware Flaws
A Hackaday report shows a GB Boy clone running Game Boy carts too fast, then getting corrected with a simple oscillator swap. The repair also exposed the sort of component shortcuts that often affect clone handhelds.
MiSTer FPGA Adds Jaguar and Amiga CD32 Cores
MiSTer FPGA has added official Atari Jaguar support, alongside native Amiga CD32 and CDTV hardware support. Several other arcade and home computer cores have also been updated.
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 Handheld Rumour Points to 2D Focus
A Reddit post, reported by TimeExtension, suggests Sega or a licensed partner may be working on a low-cost handheld aimed at modern 2D games. The rumour mentions a 5-inch OLED screen and removable game cartridges.
Sega Force and the UK Console Press Shift
Sega Force arrived in 1992 as Roger Kean and Oli Frey took their Newsfield know-how into the Sega market. TimeExtension has revisited how the magazine fit into the UK console press boom.
Jet Set Radio Trailer Leak Splits Fans
A low-resolution, watermarked trailer for a new Jet Set Radio game has leaked online, and fans are already split over the art style. Sega’s revival plans are moving, but the first look has not landed cleanly.
Kai Magazine Software Faces Artwork Theft Claims
A retro gaming row has put Kai Magazine Software under scrutiny over claims of stolen and AI-generated artwork in its Sega Genesis homebrew releases. The allegations also touch Evercade and raise fresh questions about trust in the scene.
Atari
All Atari →MiSTer FPGA Adds Jaguar and Amiga CD32 Cores
MiSTer FPGA has added official Atari Jaguar support, alongside native Amiga CD32 and CDTV hardware support. Several other arcade and home computer cores have also been updated.
Atari Ends French Registration
Atari has formally ceased to be a French company, according to Time Extension. The change is mostly administrative, but it marks another turn in the brand’s long and tangled history.
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.
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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C64 Demo Sets Sail with Captain Victor Stormbeard
A playable demo for Captain Victor Stormbeard and the Undead Treasure is now out on Commodore 64. The first level gives C64 fans 21 connected screens, enemies, secrets, and treasure to test.
Game Boy Tetris Ported to Sega Genesis
A homebrew developer is bringing Game Boy Tetris to the Sega Genesis, with a project aimed at matching the 1989 handheld classic. It also nods to Sega's short and complicated Tetris history.
Game Dodecahedron Runs Bare-Metal Pi 3 Code
A Raspberry Pi 3 has been turned into the Game Dodecahedron, a DIY console that runs bare-metal AArch64 assembly games from custom SD card cartridges. It is a neat nod to early console design, with a very modern homebrew twist.
RomM Server Build on Acemagic Kron Mini K1
A Retro Handhelds project shows how the Acemagic Kron Mini K1 mini-PC can run as a low-power, always-on RomM server for retro game libraries. It is a neat fit for anyone who wants to cut down on the micro-SD shuffle.
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SuperStation One MiniDIN Audio Swapped
The SuperStation One has a left and right audio swap on its Sega Saturn-style MiniDIN output. RetroRGB says the RCA jacks are wired correctly, but the MiniDIN is not.
C64 Demo Sets Sail with Captain Victor Stormbeard
A playable demo for Captain Victor Stormbeard and the Undead Treasure is now out on Commodore 64. The first level gives C64 fans 21 connected screens, enemies, secrets, and treasure to test.
Sega Handheld Rumour Points to 2D Focus
A Reddit post, reported by TimeExtension, suggests Sega or a licensed partner may be working on a low-cost handheld aimed at modern 2D games. The rumour mentions a 5-inch OLED screen and removable game cartridges.
Sega Force and the UK Console Press Shift
Sega Force arrived in 1992 as Roger Kean and Oli Frey took their Newsfield know-how into the Sega market. TimeExtension has revisited how the magazine fit into the UK console press boom.
ModRetro M64 Gets a Launch Date
ModRetro’s M64 now has a launch date, but key details are still under wraps. Here is what we know so far, and why N64 fans are paying attention.
GB Boy Clone Speed Fix Exposes Hardware Flaws
A Hackaday report shows a GB Boy clone running Game Boy carts too fast, then getting corrected with a simple oscillator swap. The repair also exposed the sort of component shortcuts that often affect clone handhelds.
MiSTer FPGA Adds Jaguar and Amiga CD32 Cores
MiSTer FPGA has added official Atari Jaguar support, alongside native Amiga CD32 and CDTV hardware support. Several other arcade and home computer cores have also been updated.
Atlanta MomoCon 2026 Sets New Attendance Record
Atlanta’s MomoCon 2026 set a new attendance record with 67,277 visitors at the Georgia World Congress Center. The event also hosted Wonder Festival’s North American debut and a panel with Katsuhiro Harada.
Delta Demo Brings Back Speedrun Physics
Delta has a free PC demo out now, and it is built around low-poly visuals, fast movement and classic speedrun-style precision. The full release is planned for 2026.
Rhea Ripley Picks PS1 and PS2 Classics
WWE Superstar Rhea Ripley has named her favourite childhood games, and they are firmly in PlayStation territory. Her picks say a lot about where retro nostalgia sits now.