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Ecco the Dolphin Collection Announced With New Game
A&R Atelier confirms Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a new collection featuring remasters of classic Sega titles and a brand-new contemporary game. The original development team is on board.
Miniloong Pocket One Arrives with RK3566 and Custom OS
A new contender, the Miniloong Pocket One, enters the budget handheld market, featuring the familiar Rockchip RK3566 system-on-a-chip and a bespoke LoongOS operating system. This device aims to offer a premium feel at an accessible price point.
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.
Nintendo
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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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New Neo Geo AES and MiSTer FPGA Updates Emerge
RetroRGB's latest roundup details an official new Neo Geo AES console and significant MiSTer FPGA platform enhancements, including save syncing.
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.
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 →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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Ruiki Announces X68000 Z SUPER and X68000 Z XVI – A Modern Take on a Classic
On February 6, Ruiki officially unveiled two new personal workstations: the X68000 Z SUPER and the X68000 Z XVI. These updated machines, inspired by the
Minecraft Introduces New Chickens, Plants, and Grass in Latest Update
Mojang Studios has unveiled new content for Minecraft (PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android), introducing two new types of chickens, cactus flowers, and
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Demo Now Available on Switch
Nintendo has released a demo for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on the Nintendo Switch via the eShop. The full game, which launched on January
London Gets an Immersive Minecraft Experience This April
London is about to become a paradise for Minecraft fans, as an all-new immersive experience based on the blockbuster game arrives this April. The event,
Wake Up Like Mario: Universal Studios Japan Hotels Rent Out Nintendo Alarmo Clocks
Nintendo fans visiting Universal Studios Japan (USJ) can now enhance their hotel stay with a unique offering: the Nintendo Alarmo clock. As part of a
New Skies of Arcadia Patch Delivers the Ultimate 60Hz Multi-Language Experience
New Skies of Arcadia Patch Delivers the Ultimate 60Hz Multi-Language Experience A new fan patch for Skies of Arcadia offers the most refined version of
Daytona USA 2 Finally Gets a Home Release—Sort Of
The legendary Daytona USA 2 is breaking free from its arcade exclusivity to join the swashbuckling adventure of Like a Dragon: Pirate in Yakuza in
Cronela’s Mansion: A Retro Revival on Kickstarter NOW!
We have talked about Cronela's Mansion before, and we are pleased to say that it is now live on Kickstarter, bringing a fresh
MAME 0.274 Update: Performance Boosts and New Games
The latest MAME update, version 0.274, brings significant performance improvements and expands the emulator’s already vast library of supported arcade and console games.
The Game Boy Sewing Machine: Nintendo’s Strangest Tech Crossover?
Nintendo is known for its innovative products, but many might not be aware that the Game Boy was once part of a unique collaboration with