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Evercade Confirms More SNK Neo Geo Collections for 2027
Blaze has announced additional Neo Geo game collections are slated for Evercade platforms in 2027, continuing its accessible approach to SNK's arcade legacy.
SNK and Bandai's Monochrome Misstep Against Game Boy Color
Nearly three decades ago, SNK and Bandai launched their monochrome handhelds, the Neo Geo Pocket and WonderSwan, into a market Nintendo was about to redefine with the Game Boy Color.
Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters on PSP: A Study in Handheld Compromise
The PlayStation Portable entry for Ratchet & Clank, Size Matters, offers a compelling case study in how technical constraints and development shifts shaped a beloved franchise's first handheld outing.
Game Boy-Style Deck Boxes Honour Classic Design
New Pokémon Trading Card Game accessories evoke the iconic industrial design of Nintendo's original Game Boy, celebrating its enduring aesthetic.
Nintendo
All Nintendo →SNK and Bandai's Monochrome Misstep Against Game Boy Color
Nearly three decades ago, SNK and Bandai launched their monochrome handhelds, the Neo Geo Pocket and WonderSwan, into a market Nintendo was about to redefine with the Game Boy Color.
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.
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
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Sonic R Ported to Dreamcast From Scratch
Fan developer jnmartin has successfully ported Sonic R to the Sega Dreamcast, a monumental effort that involved decompiling the PC version's entire codebase from the ground up.
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 →Evercade Confirms More SNK Neo Geo Collections for 2027
Blaze has announced additional Neo Geo game collections are slated for Evercade platforms in 2027, continuing its accessible approach to SNK's arcade legacy.
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.
Arcade
All Arcade →Evercade Confirms More SNK Neo Geo Collections for 2027
Blaze has announced additional Neo Geo game collections are slated for Evercade platforms in 2027, continuing its accessible approach to SNK's arcade legacy.
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 →Sonic R Ported to Dreamcast From Scratch
Fan developer jnmartin has successfully ported Sonic R to the Sega Dreamcast, a monumental effort that involved decompiling the PC version's entire codebase from the ground up.
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.
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The Ultimate Guide to the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Modding in 2025
The NES is a timeless classic. But in 2025, it’s time to take it up a notch by merging nostalgia with modern tech. Thanks
Lost Treasure of Lima Now Available for Game Boy
Retro handheld gaming continues to thrive with the release of Lost Treasure of Lima, a brand-new title for the classic Nintendo Game Boy. Developed by
The Game-Changer That Wasn’t Supposed to Be: The Ingenious Engineering of the Nintendo Game Boy
When the Nintendo Game Boy launched in 1989, it wasn’t met with the universal acclaim you might expect. Critics weren’t kind. The hardware
The Greatest Hits: Top 10 Game Boy Advance Games According to Metacritic
When it comes to finding the best games to play, Metacritic is a trusted resource. It aggregates reviews from critics and gamers alike, giving players
My Arcade to Combine Bandai Namco and CAPCOM Games in GAMESTATION RETRO at CES 2025
My Arcade, a leader in retro gaming hardware, has unveiled the Gamestation Retro collection, an officially licensed lineup featuring over 100 classic games from Bandai
BackBit Neo Geo ROM Cart Announced (~$400)
Neo-Geo gaming enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate with the announcement of the BackBit Neo Geo ROM Cart, a game-changer for fans of SNK’s
Rolling Stone's top 50 video games of all time
Rolling Stone has revealed its list of the best video games of all time, celebrating titles that have redefined gaming and left an enduring mark
Sony Announce New Midnight Black PS5 Collection - launching next month
Sony has announced the upcoming release of its Midnight Black Collection for PlayStation 5 accessories, expanding the sleek, dark aesthetic to more devices. The collection
Doom: The Gallery Experience is here!
Do you like Doom? Do you like wine? Do you like art? If you answered yes to all three, then you are in for an
"In This House" is a horror-adventure video game Kickstarter Campaign for Game Boy / PC seeking backers
The Kickstarter campaign for In This House, a retro-inspired horror game, has 4 days left to hit its funding target of $10,583. Developed for