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NEOGEO AES+ Unveiled: ASIC-Based Console Revives SNK's Arcade Legacy
The NEOGEO AES+ is set to bring SNK's arcade-perfect home console experience back with re-engineered ASIC chips, offering modern connectivity and original cartridge compatibility.
Game Boy Advance Pokémon Face Digital Retirement in Home
Dedicated players find their meticulously transferred Game Boy Advance Pokémon collections are underutilised in Pokémon Home, prompting calls for more engaging activities.
Pokémon Elysium Cheats Emerge for Emulators
New cheat codes for the popular Pokémon Elysium ROM hack are now available, offering players enhanced customisation within emulators like Delta and MyBoy!.
SNK Reissues NeoGeo AES Console with Original Cartridge Support
SNK and Plaion are re-releasing the NeoGeo AES console, promising full compatibility with original cartridges and modern display options for enthusiasts.
Nintendo
All Nintendo →Game Boy Advance Pokémon Face Digital Retirement in Home
Dedicated players find their meticulously transferred Game Boy Advance Pokémon collections are underutilised in Pokémon Home, prompting calls for more engaging activities.
Mother 3 Hits 20, Still No Official English Localisation
Mother 3, the final chapter in the EarthBound series, marks its 20th anniversary on the Game Boy Advance, yet an official English localisation remains elusive.
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.
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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Neo Geo+ Promises "Better Than Emulation" Experience
Plaion's upcoming Neo Geo+ console aims to surpass software emulation, with modding legend Furrtek involved in its hardware design.
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.
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
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The Tower Of Ochate Brings New Spectrum Puzzle
FlunkyRetro has released 'THE TOWER OF OCHATE', a haunting new puzzle platformer for the ZX Spectrum, built using the versatile MPAGD engine.
TRSE Browser IDE Opens Retro Development to All
The powerful Turbo Rascal Syntax Error (TRSE) development suite is now fully accessible in your browser, removing significant setup barriers for retro game creation.
PSP SNES Emulator Snes9xTYL Sees Revival After Eight Years
The popular Snes9xTYL Super Nintendo Entertainment System emulator for the PlayStation Portable is being revived, promising significant performance and feature enhancements.
Brek'n'Bubble: New C64 Homebrew Blends Action and Logic
A fresh Commodore 64 title, Brek'n'Bubble, by developer natthrafn, merges action sequences with logical puzzles, proving the enduring appeal of the C64 homebrew scene.
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Lunar Remastered Collection: Physical Release Details for North America
The Lunar Remastered Collection, featuring updated versions of the classic JRPGs Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete and Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete, is set to
Peter ‘Navy’ Tuiasosopo, ‘Street Fighter’ E-Honda Actor, Passes Away at 61
Peter ‘Navy’ Tuiasosopo, renowned for his portrayal of E. Honda in the 1994 Street Fighter film, passed away on February 10, 2025, at the age
Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake Exceeds Sales Expectations
Square Enix’s Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake has surpassed initial sales projections, providing a bright spot in the company’s recent financial report. The
Neverwinter Nights 2 Remaster Hinted by Steam Database Listing
Fans of Dungeons & Dragons-based RPGs have reason to be excited, as recent developments suggest that Neverwinter Nights 2 may be receiving a remastered edition
‘Save Me Cows!’: A New Game Boy Action Puzzle Adventure
In a delightful nod to retro gaming, developer Danny Bliss has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Save Me Cows!, an action-puzzle game designed for the
F-Zero SNES Receives Fan-Made ‘Bower League’ Expansion
The classic Super Nintendo racing game F-Zero has been revitalised by the fan community with the introduction of the “Bower League,” a custom league featuring
Tibia Introduces New Monk Class After 28 Years
After nearly three decades, the free-to-play MMORPG Tibia is set to expand its roster with a new playable class: the Monk. This addition marks the
Nintendo Expands Mobile Gaming Efforts Amid Switch 2 Buzz
Nintendo has reaffirmed its commitment to mobile gaming, even as it gears up for the launch of the Switch 2. In a recent investor call,
Massive Mario Kart LEGO Set Rumoured to Be on the Way
A new rumor suggests that LEGO and Nintendo might be gearing up for one of their biggest collaborations yet: a massive Mario Kart LEGO set.
Nintendo Music App Adds Golden Sun Soundtrack, Expanding Retro RPG Selection
Nintendo has expanded its Nintendo Music app by adding the soundtrack of the classic Game Boy Advance RPG, Golden Sun. This addition marks the 38th