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Indie Game Resurrects Sega's 30-Year-Old Lock-On Tech

Indie Game Resurrects Sega's 30-Year-Old Lock-On Tech

An independent Sega Genesis/Mega Drive title has resurrected the legendary Sonic & Knuckles lock-on technology. This modern retro release unlocks secret bonus content when physically combined with classic cartridge.

Taiwan Gamer Completes 5-Year Retro Console Dream

Taiwan Gamer Completes 5-Year Retro Console Dream

After five years of dedicated work, a Taiwanese gaming enthusiast has realised their Famicom CRT project dream. These custom 'Oldtendo' units blend original consoles with authentic CRT displays.

Sega's Lost 1991 Dragon RTS Resurfaces After 30 Years

Sega Mega Drive

Sega's Lost 1991 Dragon RTS Resurfaces After 30 Years

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.

Vectrex Mini Hits Kickstarter With 50% Smaller Revival

Vectrex Mini Hits Kickstarter With 50% Smaller Revival

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 Resurrects Iconic 1989 Friday the 13th Figure

NECA Resurrects Iconic 1989 Friday the 13th Figure

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.

QUByte Brings PlayStation 1 Classics to Modern Consoles

QUByte Brings PlayStation 1 Classics to Modern Consoles

QUByte Interactive is adding original PlayStation support to its emulation engine, bringing cult 32-bit titles to PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch. The first wave includes Invasion from Beyond, Motor Mash and One, with “many cult favourites” to follow as part of a wider preservation push.

Silksong N64 Demake Transforms Game Into 90s Relic

Silksong N64 Demake Transforms Game Into 90s Relic

Brazilian dev Gustavo ‘Botão Select’ Barros reimagines Silksong on N64 with era-accurate Moss Grotto visuals - an artful scene, not a full game.

Google Unveils Playable PAC-MAN Halloween 2025 Doodle

Google Unveils Playable PAC-MAN Halloween 2025 Doodle

Just in time for Halloween, Google has resurrected its classic playable PAC-MAN Doodle with a delightfully spooky twist. Available now, visitors to the search engine's homepage will be treated to a special Halloween edition of the iconic arcade game.

Dragon Quest HD-2D Trilogy Hits 85 Metascore at Launch

Dragon Quest HD-2D Trilogy Hits 85 Metascore at Launch

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 Haunts Switch 2 After 23 Years

Luigi's Mansion Haunts Switch 2 After 23 Years

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 Hits 30-Year Milestone With New Edition

Virtua Fighter 5 Hits 30-Year Milestone With New Edition

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.