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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.
Tomodachi Life Joins Nintendo 3DS eShop Line-up
A look back at a past Nintendo Download update for North America, featuring the unique social simulation title, Tomodachi Life, for the Nintendo 3DS.
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.
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
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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
All Arcade →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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Mario Hanafuda: Nintendo's Latest Fusion of Tradition and Nostalgia
Nintendo is blending history with its beloved Mario franchise in a new collection of "Mario Hanafuda" goods, launching on February 17, 2025. The
System Shock 2: Celebrating a Classic and Its Upcoming 25th Anniversary Remaster
Released in 1999, System Shock 2 has long been hailed as a groundbreaking title in the realm of immersive simulation and horror gaming. Developed by
Cult N64 Platformer ‘Glover’ Set to Launch on Nintendo Switch
The classic Nintendo 64 platformer Glover is making its way to the Nintendo Switch on February 27, 2025, priced at $19.99. Originally released in
Star Fox Artist Advocates for ‘Star Fox Assault’ on Switch 2
As Star Fox Assault reaches its 20th anniversary, original series artist Takaya Imamura has expressed his desire to see the GameCube title become available on
Omega 6 Manga by Star Fox Artist Set for English Release
Takaya Imamura, renowned for his work on Star Fox and F-Zero, is bringing his manga Omega 6 to English-speaking audiences. Originally released in France, the
Dreamcast Minecraft Developer Showcases Insanely Fast Voxel Engine
A developer known as Meesedev is creating a voxel engine, dubbed the Meese Engine, inspired by Minecraft beta 1.7.3. The goal is to
Happy Birthday to the Game Boy Advance SP: The Stylish Handheld That Changed Portable Gaming Forever
On February 14, 2003, Nintendo released the Game Boy Advance SP, a revolutionary update to its popular Game Boy Advance. Marking its 22nd anniversary today,
Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Battle Destiny Remastered Announced for Switch and PC
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced that Mobile Suit Gundam SEED: Battle Destiny Remastered will be released on May 22, 2025, for Nintendo Switch and PC
Berkshire Hathaway Considered Buying Nintendo (and Activision)
In a recent episode of the Grit Podcast, former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick revealed that Berkshire Hathaway, led by vice chairman Charlie Munger, once contemplated
‘Flesh Made Fear’: A Retro Survival Horror Revival Announced for PC
Tainted Pact Games, in collaboration with Assemble Entertainment, has unveiled Flesh Made Fear, a survival horror game that pays homage to the classic PlayStation era.