Nintendo's "Complete Game" Stance Hits Hard
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé's comments on shipping "complete" games reveal a sharp take on modern development practices and pricing.
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Pooyan Amiga Conversion Nears Release
JOTD, known for his faithful arcade ports, is set to release an Amiga version of Konami's 1982 classic, Pooyan, with new music by no9.
GPU-Powered SNES Emulation Delivers Enhanced Visuals
XDA reports on a GPU-powered Super Nintendo Entertainment System emulator that significantly improves 16-bit game visuals, pushing beyond original hardware limitations.
Yoshi NES and Game Boy Soundtracks Arrive on Nintendo Music
Nintendo has officially added the original soundtracks for Yoshi on NES and Game Boy to its Nintendo Music service, preserving classic 8-bit chiptune for enthusiasts.
Pikmin LEGO Concept Reimagines Olimar's Shipwreck
A fan-designed LEGO Ideas project, 'Olimar's Shipwreck Tale', brings the strategic charm of Pikmin to brick form, gaining significant support.
POKEBOOK Explores Pokémon's Game Boy Origins
Ninty Media's latest Kickstarter, POKEBOOK: The Unofficial Companion: Generation 1, has successfully funded, promising a deep dive into the original Pokémon games and their impact on the Game Boy platform.
The N64 VRU: A Singular Voice in Gaming History
The Nintendo 64's Voice Recognition Unit, or VRU, represents a peculiar, almost quixotic, early attempt at natural language processing in consumer electronics, a technical curiosity often overshadowed by the commercial realities of its sole North American title, Hey You, Pikachu!
Nintendo Music App: A New Front in IP Control
Nintendo has released its dedicated Nintendo Music app for Switch Online subscribers, a strategic move to centralise its audio catalogue and manage intellectual property.
Silent Hill Revival Shows Strong Sales for Konami
Konami's recent sales report confirms robust performance for the Silent Hill 2 remake and Silent Hill F, indicating a healthy future for the survival horror series.
N64 Pokémon Title Unofficially Ported to 3DS
A classic Nintendo 64 Pokémon game has received an unofficial port to the Nintendo 3DS, showcasing the enduring power of homebrew development.