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Intellivision Classics Land on Antstream Arcade
Antstream Arcade has added a batch of Intellivision classics to its streaming service, including Astrosmash, Utopia and B-17 Bomber. The move brings early console history to modern devices, with tournaments planned for two of the games.
Super Mario Manga Artwork Heads to Auction
An original Super Mario-kun manga artwork by Hiroshi Takase is heading to auction, with the Virtual Boy in the frame. It is a hand-drawn production piece, not a print.
Afterplay Brings Browser Emulation to the Fore
Afterplay is getting attention as a browser-based emulation platform with broad console support, cloud syncing and RetroAchievements integration. RetroDodo says it is fluid, flexible and built for players who want less setup.
Amico Teardown Confirms Design Flaws
A Time Extension teardown of the Intellivision Amico has put fresh detail on what went wrong inside the console. For retro fans in the UK, it is another reminder of how badly a promising hardware project can go off course.
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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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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N64 Cart Dumping Now Works With a Flash Cart
A new tool called N64 SwapDumper lets Nintendo 64 owners back up their own cartridges using just a flash cart and an SD card. It also supports save backups, with a restore feature possibly coming later.
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.
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CGA Graphics Redefined: Pico Mod Unlocks New Visuals
A new mod uses a Raspberry Pi Pico 2 to push IBM's Color Graphics Adapter beyond its original limits, displaying high-resolution visuals in text mode.
Studio Ghibli's Unseen Hand in Magic Pengel
A PlayStation 2 role-playing game, Magic Pengel: The Quest for Color, quietly received animation contributions from Studio Ghibli, a detail largely overlooked in its cult classic status.
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.
The Serendipitous Origins of Major Video Game Franchises
Many of gaming's enduring titles, from Grand Theft Auto to Metal Gear, began as something different, shaped by bugs or hardware limits. A Yardbarker article explores these accidental game creation stories.
My Merry May with be Re-releases on Switch, PS4
The 2005 PlayStation 2 visual novel, My Merry May with be, is set for a re-release on Nintendo Switch and PS4, making a previously Japan-exclusive title accessible to a new audience.
SNK Addresses Mai Shiranui Classic Costume for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
SNK developers acknowledge strong fan demand for Mai Shiranui's original attire in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, detailing the technical hurdles involved in its implementation.
AYANEO Pocket Block Leak Hints at New Vertical Handheld
A user manual leak suggests AYANEO is preparing a new vertical handheld, the Pocket Block, aiming for the affordable retro market currently led by Miyoo and ANBERNIC.
Star Fox Remake: Revisiting Lylat, or a Missed Opportunity?
Nintendo's recent announcement of a Star Fox remake has prompted discussion regarding the series' future, raising questions about the balance between nostalgia and innovation.
ZX Spectrum Gets SimTower-Inspired Skyscraper Management
A new homebrew title, Tower 48, brings complex skyscraper management to the ZX Spectrum, drawing inspiration from Maxis's SimTower.
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.