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.
Marcus Rivera
Marcus covers the consoles that shaped North American gaming, from the Atari 2600's wood panelling to the Dreamcast's swan song and the collector culture that surrounds them. He thinks grading companies are mostly a scam.
SGDQ 2026 Schedule Drops, Includes Controversial TAS Run
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 has released its full schedule, featuring a contentious Super Mario 64 Tool-Assisted Speedrun alongside charity fundraising efforts.
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.
Fan-Made Controller Adds Force Feedback to Genesis Sonic 2
A new fan-made controller prototype brings rumble and a screen to Sega Genesis's Sonic the Hedgehog 2, redefining interaction with classic hardware.
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.
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.
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.
Sega Launches Genesis, Dreamcast Desk Chairs
Sega partners with Branch for new retro-themed desk chairs, bringing console aesthetics to office furniture. The collection includes designs for the Genesis and Dreamcast.
Wii Remote Support Lands on Sega Dreamcast
A new hack allows players to use Nintendo Wii Remotes on the Sega Dreamcast. This mod opens up new control options for the console, challenging traditional peripheral collecting.