Retro Gaming Weekly News #0203

Retro Gaming Weekly News #0203

Welcome to issue 203 of Retro Gaming Weekly News, with the latest stories from the retro scene and a few items that will matter to readers in the UK, especially where prices, releases and collector interest are concerned.

This week’s round-up includes Mina the Hollower topping Metacritic’s 2026 chart, Hyperkin delaying the Mega95 again, Donkey Kong 64 heading to Switch Online, and a mix of Amiga, SNES and preservation news. For more site coverage, you can also keep an eye on our news tag.

News

Mina the Hollower has taken the top spot on Metacritic’s 2026 chart with a score of 92. The game has a clear Game Boy Color influence and is due out on 29 May for £20. RetroShell

Geo’s Adventures Prologue, an Amiga project started in 1998/99, has finally surfaced after decades out of sight. Indie Retro News

Hyperkin has delayed the Mega95 portable Genesis once again, and there is still no new release window. That will be frustrating news for collectors following the handheld clone market. RetroShell

Super ZSnes v0.200b adds MSU-1 audio support and scaling modes, which is another step forward for SNES emulation accuracy. RetroRGB

Stunt Car Racer has received a framerate unlock mod for Amiga, pushing it to 50/60 FPS for smoother racing. Indie Retro News

Konami’s Super Bomberman Collection brings together all five Super Nintendo entries, including Japan-only sequels, although online multiplayer is not included. RetroShell

An OmniDrive-compatible slimline disc ripper has been tested, and it looks like the cheapest way to buy a new disc reading drive for preservation work. RetroRGB

Nubeo has released a Missile Command-themed watch, adding another retro-inspired piece to the accessories market. RetroDodo

TapJewels, a match-3 puzzle game for Amiga, has received an update with fresh enhancements. Indie Retro News

OmniDrive firmware now lets you legally rip Wii, GameCube and Xbox 360 discs using a modern Blu-ray drive on PC. TimeExtension

A prize 3DS XL from the 2015 Nintendo World Championships, signed by Shigeru Miyamoto, is attracting serious bids on eBay and is now topping £16,000. RetroShell

RetroTINK 5x Launch Edition units are being modded to match the 4:4:4 output capability of later revisions. RetroRGB

New colour options for the Hyperkin Supaboy handheld are on the way, keeping the SNES portable in the conversation after eight years. RetroDodo

Donkey Kong 64 is coming to Switch Online on 4 June, which means the N64 classic will soon be available to subscribers. Retro Handhelds

Twenty-one years after the original, someone is making brand new Nintendo 64 controllers for collectors and players. PCMag

Horizon Chase Turbo, an arcade-style racer with retro appeal, is leaving the eShop this weekend for good. Nintendo Life

Echodrome, a Commodore Amiga game by PixelPlop, has received an update with improvements and new features. Indie Retro News

A solo developer has also created an N64-inspired Zelda Maker as a love letter to the classic series. More on that next time, as the project continues to take shape.

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