Nintendo Finally Injects Some Difficulty Into Switch Online With Four New Classics
Nintendo adds four notoriously difficult classics to Switch Online: Battletoads, Ninja Gaiden II, Bionic Commando, and Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters.
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'Geometry Dash' Ported to the NES in New 'Famidash' Demake
Geometry Dash has arrived on the NES through Famidash, a new demake from Oziphantom. The project delivers smooth speed, tight controls and chiptune music on real eight bit hardware, proving once again how far the classic console can be pushed.
NECA Resurrects Iconic 1989 Friday the 13th Figure
NECA is reissuing the cult NES Friday the 13th Jason figure: a 7-inch, fully articulated collectible in purple-and-blue livery with machete, axe and Mrs Voorhees’ head. The cartridge-style box plays the game’s theme. Pre-orders are $40.99, with delivery expected in Q2 2026.
Not Quite Identical: The Subtle Revisions Hidden Inside Super Mario Bros. 3 Cartridges
More Than Just a Label: Unpacking Mario 3's Cartridge Secrets. Cast your mind back to early 1990. The hype surrounding Super Mario Bros.
Fan-Mod "Manall's FF1 Hack" Modernizes Original Final Fantasy with Class Revamps and Tactical Combat
Want a retro challenge? Manall has got you covered... A comprehensive overhaul mod for Final Fantasy I (1987), titled Manall’s FF1 Hack, has been
The Wonderful 8BitDo Mechanical Famicom and NES Keyboards Available for a Record Low Price
Up your workspace with these retro inspired keyboards now at their best price ever from Amazon. If you have been waiting to pull the trigger
Long-Lost NES Port of Populous Recovered After Nearly Three Decades
Hot off the heels of Sensible Soccer, the completed but unreleased Nintendo Entertainment System version of Bullfrog's influential god game Populous has been
Polymega Expands Retro Library with ‘Bad Dudes’ and ‘Heavy Barrel’ Collections
Polymega, the modular retro gaming console renowned for its extensive compatibility, has recently augmented its game library with two classic Data East titles: Bad Dudes
Famidash Brings Geometry Dash to the NES in Latest Homebrew Triumph
The NES homebrew development scene continues to thrive, showcasing the dedication and creativity of retro gaming fans. A standout project in this vibrant community is
👾 Retro Gaming Weekly News #0138
A bumper 52 stories coming your way this week, including 30 years of Ristar, more GTA for the Dreamcast, Terminator 2 is back and 100