Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Sees Strong Switch Launch
Nintendo's latest entry, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, has achieved over 3.8 million global sales in its first two weeks, building on the success of its 3DS predecessor.
Handhelds
Handheld Wonders: Unpacking 'Impossible' Retro Ports
Cultured Vultures highlights several retro handheld ports that defied hardware limitations, from laserdisc arcade games on Game Boy Color to open-world experiences on PSP.
ROCKNIX Transforms MiniLoong Pocket 1 Performance
The MiniLoong Pocket 1, initially hampered by its stock software, sees a dramatic performance uplift thanks to the community-driven ROCKNIX custom firmware.
Game Boy Inspires Classical Violinist's Creative Path
A recent report highlights a classical violinist with a million Instagram followers, crediting his childhood Game Boy as a key inspiration for his musical journey.
Super Mario 64 Gets Second Fan Port on Game Boy Advance
A new fan-made port of Super Mario 64 has emerged for the Game Boy Advance, showcasing the handheld's surprising power and the ingenuity of the homebrew community.
Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen Arrive on Switch, GBA Legacy Intact
Nintendo Switch Online expands its Game Boy Advance library with *Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen*, bringing the Kanto remakes to a new generation while preserving key elements of their original hardware experience.
Reggie Fils-Aimé Reveals Amazon-Nintendo Split Details
Former Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aimé disclosed the 'illegal' reason Nintendo temporarily stopped selling products on Amazon during the DS and Wii era, shedding light on distribution control.
A $1 Handheld Console Built with RISC-V and Rust
Chris Dell has engineered an ultra-affordable handheld console for around one US dollar, using a CH32V003 microcontroller and Rust programming.
Pokémon Light Platinum DS English Demo Now Available
The long-awaited English demo for Pokémon Light Platinum DS, a fan-made reimagining of the popular GBA ROM hack, has been released, offering over 20 hours of content.
Blaze Teases Portable ZX Spectrum and C64 Hardware
Evercade maker Blaze has hinted at new portable hardware or collections for the ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64, stirring excitement for British and European microcomputer fans.