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Sunset Game Shop Shayou Simulates Retro Gaming Retail
Lobstudio's new management simulation, Sunset Game Shop Shayou, invites players to navigate the challenging landscape of retro gaming retail from 1985 to 2010.
SNK Unveils NEOGEO AES+ Ultimate Edition for 2026 Release
SNK Corporation has announced a premium collector's bundle, the NEOGEO AES+ Ultimate Edition, priced at $999.99, with a release date set for November 2026.
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.
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
All Atari →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 →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
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 →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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Marvel Snap to Offer Impressive Compensation Package for Downtime
I do not usually post regarding mobile games, but I am a big Marvel Snap player and found this interesting. Marvel Snap, the popular digital
Donkey Kong Designer Reflects on Iconic Redesign and Diddy Kong’s Origins
Kevin Bayliss, art director at Rare and designer of Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong, recently shared insights into the creative process behind these beloved characters.
Defying Takedown Orders, GTA Vice City Mod Released Anyway
Take-Two Interactive has once again clashed with the modding community, this time targeting Revolution Team’s ambitious “GTA Vice City Nextgen Edition.” The mod, which
FPGA vs. Emulation: Understanding the Differences for Retro Gamers
If you’re a fan of classic gaming, you’ve probably encountered the debate between FPGA-based systems and software emulators. With the recent announcements of
Data Man: New NES Game Launches via Broke Studio
NES fans have a reason to rejoice as Data Man, a brand-new game for the Nintendo Entertainment System has launched. Developed by Broke Studio, this
Unearthed Prototype of “Crazy Taxi” Blends Dreamcast Classic with GTA Elements
As “Crazy Taxi” celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2025, a remarkable piece of gaming history has surfaced: a previously unseen prototype from November 14, 1999.
US Physical Game Sales Halve Since 2021: A Sad Shift Towards Digital Dominance
In a significant shift within the gaming industry, US spending on physical video games has declined by more than half since 2021, according to recent
Sega Trademarks "Skies of Arcadia," Sparking Hopes for a Remaster
Fans of classic RPGs are buzzing after Sega filed a new trademark for the beloved Dreamcast title, Skies of Arcadia. The trademark, spotted in Japan&
Banjo-Kazooie Composer Shares Grim Outlook on Series Revival
In a recent interview, Banjo-Kazooie composer Grant Kirkhope delivered a stark verdict for fans hoping to see a new instalment in Rare's beloved
SuperStaion One Founders Edition Pre-Orders Open @$149.99
The highly anticipated SuperStation One from Taki Udon has started to take pre-orders for those who want to get in on this FPGA marvel in