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Berserk, Lara Croft Ad Resurfaces From Dreamcast Era
A bizarre Sega Dreamcast-era advertisement for *Sword of the Berserk: Guts' Rage* has resurfaced, showing an unexpected crossover with *Tomb Raider*'s Lara Croft.
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.
Arkanoid and Nichibutsu NES Shooter Hit Modern Consoles
Taito's classic brick-breaker Arkanoid is landing on modern platforms this week, alongside an unnamed Nintendo Entertainment System shooter from Nichibutsu, a move that always sparks debate among physical collectors.
Lost Media Games: Unseen Handhelds and Arcade Prototypes
A recent report highlights several lost media games, including unreleased Game Boy Advance titles and arcade prototypes, underscoring the critical need for ROM dumping and preservation efforts.
Nintendo
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Atari Buys Early Wizardry Rights, Plans Remasters
Atari has acquired the rights to the first five Wizardry titles, signaling new remasters, collections, and media projects for the classic RPG series.
Arkanoid and Nichibutsu NES Shooter Hit Modern Consoles
Taito's classic brick-breaker Arkanoid is landing on modern platforms this week, alongside an unnamed Nintendo Entertainment System shooter from Nichibutsu, a move that always sparks debate among physical collectors.
BioCreeps: New NES Platformer Hits Funding Goal
A new Nintendo Entertainment System platformer, BioCreeps, has successfully funded its Kickstarter campaign. This two-player title offers a unique airborne combat twist for the NES.
Reggie Fils-Aimé Blames Wii U Failure on Slow Exclusives
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé details why the Wii U struggled, citing delayed exclusives and market pressure. His analysis offers a look into Nintendo's commercial missteps with the console.
Sega
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Sega Launches New Kingdom Hearts Plush Toys in Japan
Sega, Square Enix, and Disney are releasing a new line of Kingdom Hearts & you miniature plush toys, initially available in Japanese arcades this May.
AI Fakes Flood Retro Console Ad Scene
Generative AI is creating fake "lost" Japanese retro console ads, fooling many online and raising serious questions for game preservation.
8BitMods Brings Motion Control to Dreamcast Gamepads
A new adapter from 8BitMods introduces motion control to the Sega Dreamcast, letting players use their original gamepads as a makeshift racing wheel in titles like F355 Challenge.
Bomberman Online Returns to Dreamcast After 23 Years
The Dreamcast's online legacy gets a jolt as community efforts bring Bomberman Online back, highlighting the enduring power of fan preservation.
Atari
All Atari →Atari Buys Early Wizardry Rights, Plans Remasters
Atari has acquired the rights to the first five Wizardry titles, signaling new remasters, collections, and media projects for the classic RPG series.
Atari 2600 Values: What Your Console Is Worth
A new report from AOL.com details current market values for the Atari 2600, showing a steady collector interest in the console that defined early home gaming.
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
Neo Geo
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FULLSET Launches New Physical Games for Neo Geo and Saturn
FULLSET is bringing new physical releases, Overserved: Food Fighters and Project Neon, to the Neo Geo, Sega Saturn, and Dreamcast, pushing modern tech into classic consoles.
SNK Announces World Heroes Perfect PC Edition with Rollback Netcode
SNK has revealed a new PC version of the 1995 arcade fighting game, World Heroes Perfect. This 'NEO GEO Premium Selection' release includes modern features like rollback netcode.
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.
Arcade
All Arcade →Arkanoid and Nichibutsu NES Shooter Hit Modern Consoles
Taito's classic brick-breaker Arkanoid is landing on modern platforms this week, alongside an unnamed Nintendo Entertainment System shooter from Nichibutsu, a move that always sparks debate among physical collectors.
Lost Media Games: Unseen Handhelds and Arcade Prototypes
A recent report highlights several lost media games, including unreleased Game Boy Advance titles and arcade prototypes, underscoring the critical need for ROM dumping and preservation efforts.
Sega Trademarks Bonanza Bros. Golden Heist
Sega has filed a new trademark for "Bonanza Bros. Golden Heist," hinting at a potential revival for the classic 1990 arcade and Sega Genesis stealth-action game.
SNK Announces World Heroes Perfect PC Edition with Rollback Netcode
SNK has revealed a new PC version of the 1995 arcade fighting game, World Heroes Perfect. This 'NEO GEO Premium Selection' release includes modern features like rollback netcode.
Homebrew
All Homebrew →BioCreeps: New NES Platformer Hits Funding Goal
A new Nintendo Entertainment System platformer, BioCreeps, has successfully funded its Kickstarter campaign. This two-player title offers a unique airborne combat twist for the NES.
ZPF Megadrive Shoot 'em Up Offers Nostalgia, Lacks Depth
GameGrin's review of ZPF, a new shoot 'em up for the Sega Megadrive, highlights its authentic retro feel but points to fundamental design omissions that limit its appeal beyond pure nostalgia. The ZPF Megadrive experience aims for a specific kind of challenge.
Paper Mario: Star Nova Mod Shows Solo Dev Power
NicTube's fan-made Paper Mario: Star Nova offers a full new adventure for the N64 classic, showcasing impressive solo development.
Fors FMS Brings FM Groovebox to Game Boy Advance
A new software project, Fors FMS, transforms the Game Boy Advance into a portable FM groovebox, opening fresh possibilities for music creation on the classic handheld.
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Atari Buys Early Wizardry Rights, Plans Remasters
Atari has acquired the rights to the first five Wizardry titles, signaling new remasters, collections, and media projects for the classic RPG series.
NFL 2K Revival Tackled: Take-Two Confirms Cancellation
Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick confirms the planned NFL 2K revival is off the field, six years after its initial announcement, citing creative hurdles.
Open-Source Nomad Battery Pack Extends Console Life
A new open-source battery pack design for the Sega Nomad offers a community-driven solution to the console's notorious power demands. This development helps preserve the practical usability of a challenging piece of hardware.
Berserk, Lara Croft Ad Resurfaces From Dreamcast Era
A bizarre Sega Dreamcast-era advertisement for *Sword of the Berserk: Guts' Rage* has resurfaced, showing an unexpected crossover with *Tomb Raider*'s Lara Croft.
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.
Arkanoid and Nichibutsu NES Shooter Hit Modern Consoles
Taito's classic brick-breaker Arkanoid is landing on modern platforms this week, alongside an unnamed Nintendo Entertainment System shooter from Nichibutsu, a move that always sparks debate among physical collectors.
Lost Media Games: Unseen Handhelds and Arcade Prototypes
A recent report highlights several lost media games, including unreleased Game Boy Advance titles and arcade prototypes, underscoring the critical need for ROM dumping and preservation efforts.
Unearthing CatGun: Victory Mission G, a Lost CD-i Shooter
Details emerge about CatGun: Victory Mission G, an unreleased Philips CD-i shoot-'em-up from PixelHazard, shedding light on the console's development history.
BioCreeps: New NES Platformer Hits Funding Goal
A new Nintendo Entertainment System platformer, BioCreeps, has successfully funded its Kickstarter campaign. This two-player title offers a unique airborne combat twist for the NES.
Pokémon Snap's Origins: A 64DD Experiment Turned Franchise Hit
Initially conceived for the ill-fated Nintendo 64DD, Pokémon Snap's development journey reveals Nintendo's hardware ambitions and the strategic pivot that saved a struggling project.