Duck Hunt's 42nd Anniversary: NES Launch and Zapper Legacy
Forty-two years ago, Duck Hunt launched in Japan, becoming a cornerstone of the Nintendo Entertainment System's identity and a defining shooter for console gaming.
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R36 Ultra Joins Crowded RK3326 Handheld Market
The R36 Ultra, a new budget retro handheld, reiterates the established Rockchip RK3326 chipset formula, offering familiar performance and design choices within an increasingly saturated market segment.
Wolfgang Krauser Returns to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
SNK has announced Wolfgang Krauser, a formidable antagonist from the *Garou Densetsu* series, will join *Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves* as a downloadable content character.
GB Bridge Emulator Promises Enhanced Game Boy on GBA
Iván Delgado, known for Game Boy colourisation, unveils GB Bridge, a unique emulator aiming to bring enhanced Game Boy titles to the Game Boy Advance.
Nintendo
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Polymega Remix Ships in May, Offers PC-Based Emulation
Playmaji's Polymega Remix, a new device for digitizing physical retro games, is set to ship in May. It offers a lower-cost entry point for PC-based emulation.
Mariachi Legends Channels PS1 & DS Castlevania in New Metroidvania
Halberd Studios unveils a stylish new action platformer that's a direct homage to the classic Castlevania era.
64DD Spotted in Akihabara - But Is £1,800/€2,050/$2,400 a Fair Price?
Reddit user melvin1998 found a complete Nintendo 64DD in an Akihabara retro shop for ¥327,800 (£1,811). With fewer than 15,000 ever sold, is that price reasonable?
Cubiboot v0.3 Brings The GameCube’s Startup Sequence Back From The Dead
The Cubiboot project has received a major update. Version 0.3 adds support for SD2SP2 and SD Gecko adapters, brings In-Game Reset to the GameCube, and fixes key compatibility issues for PicoBoot users.
Sega
All Sega →Polymega Remix Ships in May, Offers PC-Based Emulation
Playmaji's Polymega Remix, a new device for digitizing physical retro games, is set to ship in May. It offers a lower-cost entry point for PC-based emulation.
Hell Freezes Over: Developer Gets Diablo Intro Running On Dreamcast Using Go
Just when you thought the Dreamcast homebrew scene had finally reached the limits of what can be squeezed out of a 200MHz processor, someone goes and rewrites the rulebook, in a language that really shouldn't work here.
Bad Dudes Vs. Dragon Ninja Gets Unofficial Sega Genesis/Mega Drive Port
The 1988 arcade brawler, famous for rescuing 'President Ronnie', is finally coming to the Genesis Mega Drive thanks to a dedicated fan developer.
FPGA Sega Neptune Clone Delayed to 2026 for Polish
Brazilian firm GamesCare pushes back its ambitious recreation of Sega's cancelled 32X hybrid console for more development time.
Atari
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Toaplan's Tiger-Heli Makes First Official Atari Debut This Summer
Dust off your 7800, find a way to plug it into a TV and wait. Plaion and Atari
👾 Retro Gaming Weekly News #0142
This week we have 39 stories, including (but by no means limited to) turning an Atari 2600 into
Classic Atari Game 'H.E.R.O.' Remade for PC, Now Available on Itch.io
You can now scratch that H.E.R.O Itch on PC. Gamers who fondly remember the golden
👾 Retro Gaming Weekly News #0141
This week we have 48 stories including more retro Lego incoming, new NES games launching on Kickstarter and Atari launch a playable smartwatch - plus a whole lot more.
Neo Geo
All Neo Geo →Wolfgang Krauser Returns to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
SNK has announced Wolfgang Krauser, a formidable antagonist from the *Garou Densetsu* series, will join *Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves* as a downloadable content character.
Metal Slug Reboot Teased for 30th Anniversary
SNK marks Metal Slug's 30th anniversary with a retrospective video and website, hinting at a series 'reboot' and new gaming ventures.
Metal Slug: Three Decades of Enduring Arcade Excellence
SNK's Metal Slug celebrates three decades, showcasing how its tight gameplay and charming presentation on the Neo Geo MVS arcade system captivated players worldwide.
Final Production Run Announced for Darksoft Neo Geo MVS Multi Meta
Darksoft has begun a final production run of the Neo Geo MVS Multi, giving collectors one last chance to secure the acclaimed multi game cartridge before it disappears. Pre orders are open and shipping is expected in January 2026.
Arcade
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Moon Cresta Recreation Lands on Amiga, Saluting AMOS Creator
A meticulous, from-scratch recreation of the arcade classic Moon Cresta has been teased for the Commodore Amiga, paying tribute to François Lionet, the mind behind AMOS BASIC.
Metal Slug Reboot Teased for 30th Anniversary
SNK marks Metal Slug's 30th anniversary with a retrospective video and website, hinting at a series 'reboot' and new gaming ventures.
Ridge Racer MAME Emulation Preserves Rare Arcade Hardware
The three-monitor Ridge Racer MAME emulation marks a significant step in digitally safeguarding an exceptionally scarce piece of arcade history.
Homebrew
All Homebrew →Moon Cresta Recreation Lands on Amiga, Saluting AMOS Creator
A meticulous, from-scratch recreation of the arcade classic Moon Cresta has been teased for the Commodore Amiga, paying tribute to François Lionet, the mind behind AMOS BASIC.
Alone in the Dark Creator Launches New Genesis Game with Spinner
Frédérick Raynal, known for *Alone in the Dark*, is releasing *PopCorn Duel* for the Sega Genesis, complete with a custom spinner controller. This new Genesis peripheral promises arcade-level precision.
Classic Kong Reimagined for Atari Jaguar
Developer swapd0 brings a faithful Donkey Kong reimagining to the Atari Jaguar, offering a polished arcade experience on original hardware.
Last Minute Creations Unleashes GermZ Survivor on Amiga
Last Minute Creations has released GermZ Survivor, a new Amiga homebrew game, challenging players to a desperate last stand against a zombie apocalypse.
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GTA 3 Almost Penalized Players for Running Red Lights
The open-world chaos of Grand Theft Auto 3 could have been a little stricter—at least according to early development plans. Originally, players were meant
New 4-Player Puzzle Action: Block Panic DX Arrives on Neo Geo
Neo Geo fans have a new multiplayer experience to dive into with Block Panic DX, a fast-paced puzzle game that now supports up to four
Reviving the Game Boy Advance e-Reader with New Games
The Game Boy Advance e-Reader was one of Nintendo’s more unusual peripherals—an add-on that allowed players to swipe special cards to unlock content
Sega Dreamcast Receives Cloud Save Support in 2025
In a surprising but welcome development, the Sega Dreamcast is getting modernized with cloud save support. Just like the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S,
Special Ninja Squad Brings 16-Bit Action to the TurboGrafx-16
Retro gamers and PC Engine fans take note—there’s a new 16-bit action platformer hitting your favourite NEC console. Special Ninja Squad, developed by
👾 Retro Gaming Weekly News #0136
My week in gaming has been dominated by Elden Ring, it has been a while since I have been this involved in a game and
Blindfolded Super Mario 64 Speedrunner’s Near-Record Run Invalidated by Webcam Failure
In the world of speedrunning, precision and adherence to rules are paramount. Blindfolded speedrunner Bubzia, renowned for his expertise in Super Mario 64, recently experienced
Introducing Game Bub: An Open-Source FPGA Handheld for Retro Gaming Enthusiasts
Introducing the Game Bub, an open-source FPGA-based handheld console designed to play Game Boy, Game Boy Colour, and Game Boy Advance titles. Developed over a
Karnov Makes a Triumphant Return on Neo Geo Platforms
The 1987 arcade classic Karnov has been revitalised for Neo Geo enthusiasts, thanks to the efforts of developer IQ_132. Originally developed by Data East,
‘Ravi and Navi’: First New Famicom Disk System Game Since 1992
‘Ravi and Navi’ has been unveiled as the first new title for the Famicom Disk System (FDS) since 1992. This release breathes new life into