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Railblaze Brings New Life to the Amiga 500
Dion Guy's Railblaze, inspired by Transversion, offers Amiga PAL users a fresh challenge, requiring 1MB RAM and careful WinUAE configuration.
AYN Odin 2 Portal: The 120Hz OLED Handheld's Software Ecosystem
The AYN Odin 2 Portal elevates Android handheld gaming with its 7-inch, 120Hz OLED screen, supported by a rich software and utility ecosystem for emulation and PC streaming.
Super ZSNES Aims for HD Remasters on Classic SNES Games
A new SNES emulator, Super ZSNES, has been released, promising a novel approach to enhancing classic 16-bit titles with HD remaster capabilities.
Custom 3DS Kiosk Built from Scratch by Enthusiast
Project Kwokcade meticulously recreated a rare Nintendo 3DS store kiosk, using 3D modelling and printing to build the display from scratch.
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Pokémon Champions Producer Discusses Graphics Limitations
Masaaki Hoshino, producer of Pokémon Champions, has responded to public criticism regarding the game's visual presentation, citing development constraints.
Star Fox Switch 2 Rumours Point to 2026 Release
New reports suggest a Star Fox title for Nintendo's next console could arrive in June 2026, with a focus on multiplayer gameplay.
Documenting Nintendo's Brazilian History
An ambitious project chronicles Nintendo's complex, often unofficial, history in Brazil, highlighting the unique challenges of preserving grey market narratives.
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.
Sega
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Parking Garage Rally Circuit Channels Lost Saturn Vibe
A new racing title, Parking Garage Rally Circuit, aims to capture the feel of a lost Sega Saturn game from 1998, complete with an expansion called European Tour.
Sega Console Architect Hideki Sato Passes Away
Hideki Sato, the legendary designer behind Sega's most influential consoles, from the Master System to the Dreamcast, has passed away. His work shaped an era of console wars and left an indelible mark on collector culture.
Sega Hints at Reviving Classic Franchises
Time Extension reports that Sega appears poised to revisit a number of its classic franchises, signalling a renewed corporate interest in its extensive back catalogue.
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.
Atari
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Atari Relaunches Adventure of Samsara After Initial Release Overshadowed
Atari and Ilex Games are providing a significant update and 'relaunch' for Adventure of Samsara, a metroidvania title that initially struggled for visibility.
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
Neo Geo
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Low-Latency SNES Controller Adapter for Neo Geo AES Released
A new low-latency adapter allows Super Nintendo Entertainment System controllers to be used with Neo Geo AES, Neo Geo CD, and consolized MVS systems.
Mega64 Recreates Classic Fatal Fury Commercials for SNK
SNK has contracted content creators Mega64 to recreate classic Fatal Fury commercials from the 1990s, after the original footage was reportedly lost. This effort revives iconic promotional material.
NeoPico-HD Gains 720p Output for Neo Geo MVS
Developer fliperama86 has updated the open-source NeoPico-HD project, adding 720p support for Neo Geo MVS motherboards, enhancing display compatibility.
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.
Arcade
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Liu Kang Actor Sees Street Fighter X Mortal Kombat Film Possible
Ludi Lin, the actor for Liu Kang, suggests a cinematic crossover between Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat is 'very possible,' citing corporate shifts.
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.
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All Homebrew →Railblaze Brings New Life to the Amiga 500
Dion Guy's Railblaze, inspired by Transversion, offers Amiga PAL users a fresh challenge, requiring 1MB RAM and careful WinUAE configuration.
Mega Man Xtreme Fan Revamp Offers New Perspective
A community project, Mega Man DXtreme, has released a PC revamp of the Game Boy Color spin-off, offering a re-imagined story and improved mechanics.
Secret Head Over Heels Sequel Emerges
Colin Porch, original Atari ST converter, reveals Return to Blacktooth, a sequel to Head Over Heels developed in secret for 36 years, launching next month.
Amiga Port of MSX's The Goonies Emerges
A new Amiga port of the 1986 MSX classic, The Goonies, is in development, aiming to capture the original's spirit using the Amiga's hardware.
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Rugrats Retro Rewind Collection Brings Classic Handhelds Back
Limited Run Games announces a new collection of six Rugrats titles, including Game Boy and Game Boy Advance favourites, with a physical GBC cartridge release.
Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp Sees Rare Digital Discount
Nintendo's remake of the classic Game Boy Advance strategy titles, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp, is on sale digitally for the first time in over a year, offering a significant saving.
Pokémon Champions Producer Discusses Graphics Limitations
Masaaki Hoshino, producer of Pokémon Champions, has responded to public criticism regarding the game's visual presentation, citing development constraints.
Railblaze Brings New Life to the Amiga 500
Dion Guy's Railblaze, inspired by Transversion, offers Amiga PAL users a fresh challenge, requiring 1MB RAM and careful WinUAE configuration.
AYN Odin 2 Portal: The 120Hz OLED Handheld's Software Ecosystem
The AYN Odin 2 Portal elevates Android handheld gaming with its 7-inch, 120Hz OLED screen, supported by a rich software and utility ecosystem for emulation and PC streaming.
Super ZSNES Aims for HD Remasters on Classic SNES Games
A new SNES emulator, Super ZSNES, has been released, promising a novel approach to enhancing classic 16-bit titles with HD remaster capabilities.
Custom 3DS Kiosk Built from Scratch by Enthusiast
Project Kwokcade meticulously recreated a rare Nintendo 3DS store kiosk, using 3D modelling and printing to build the display from scratch.
Star Fox Switch 2 Rumours Point to 2026 Release
New reports suggest a Star Fox title for Nintendo's next console could arrive in June 2026, with a focus on multiplayer gameplay.
Parking Garage Rally Circuit Channels Lost Saturn Vibe
A new racing title, Parking Garage Rally Circuit, aims to capture the feel of a lost Sega Saturn game from 1998, complete with an expansion called European Tour.
Mario's 40th Anniversary Ad Skips Key Titles
Nintendo's new advertisement celebrating Super Mario's four decades omits several historically significant entries, prompting discussion among fans of the series.