A retro game collector who is passionate about all things retro. Favourite console is the Sega Megadrive and favourite game is Shining Force. He sourcese the best retro gaming news for enthusiasts.
A lost Sega MegaDrive/Genesis real-time strategy game has resurfaced after decades in obscurity. Dark Empires, developed by Sega Technical Institute, offers a fascinating look at what might have been a pioneering game.
The iconic vector graphics console makes a stunning return through Kickstarter. This modern recreation features a 5-inch AMOLED display and wireless controls while preserving the original's distinctive graphical style.
NECA is reissuing the cult NES Friday the 13th Jason figure: a 7-inch, fully articulated collectible in purple-and-blue livery with machete, axe and Mrs Voorhees’ head. The cartridge-style box plays the game’s theme. Pre-orders are $40.99, with delivery expected in Q2 2026.
Brazilian dev Gustavo ‘Botão Select’ Barros reimagines Silksong on N64 with era-accurate Moss Grotto visuals - an artful scene, not a full game.
The Dragon Quest HD-2D collection arrives today, bringing the Erdrick Trilogy to Switch, PS5, Xbox and PC with modern visuals. Early reviews sit at 84 on Metacritic, pre-order items are included, the Switch 2 card needs a 17GB download, and Dragon Quest III serves as a prequel.
Luigi’s Mansion, the spooky 2001 GameCube launch title, lands on Switch 2 via Nintendo Classics for Switch Online + Expansion Pack members. It completes the trilogy on modern hardware and follows recent GameCube additions, with Sunshine, Colosseum and Path of Radiance confirmed to join later.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage launches today with special 30th Anniversary Edition featuring exclusive bonus content for retro fighting game fans.
GuliKit Elves 2 Pro brings the Sega Saturn pad back with Bluetooth, hall-effect sticks and around 20 hours’ battery life. Launches 6 November for roughly $49.99 (approx £40/€45), with support for Switch, Windows and Android, plus adapters for original hardware.
Portuguese retro gaming history is being rewritten as Loading Studios announces their second physical Game Boy release, Alentejo: The Tinto and the Ugly.
Square Enix has issued an extraordinary spoiler alert for the HD-2D remakes of Dragon Quest 1 & 2, despite the original NES titles launching nearly four decades ago
