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Sega Saturn Prototype of Unknown Game Preserved
A previously unknown Sega Saturn prototype, 'Pyramid,' has been discovered and preserved, revealing a cancelled project nobody knew existed.
Metal Gear Solid's Enduring Perfection on PlayStation
CBR.com recently posited that Metal Gear Solid remains a 'perfect' PlayStation game 28 years after its debut. This prompts a look at what constitutes lasting quality in a classic stealth title.
Roblox 'Steal a Brainrot' Raises Concerns in Japan
A popular Roblox mini-game, 'Steal a Brainrot', is causing real-world issues among Japanese children, prompting concerns over school violence, microtransactions, and sleep deprivation.
BigInstinct Emulator Offers Enhanced Killer Instinct Arcade Play
Rich Whitehouse's BigInstinct emulator, designed for Killer Instinct and Killer Instinct 2 arcade titles, is now available, promising faster and more accurate emulation than existing MAME options.
Nintendo
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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.
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.
Kawaii: GameCube Modding Reaches Keychain Scale
A new modding project, dubbed Kawaii, reportedly shrinks a full Nintendo GameCube console to a size capable of fitting on a keychain, pushing the boundaries of console miniaturisation.
Sega
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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.
Sega Reveals Lost Sonic Adventure Concept Art
Sega marks Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th anniversary by releasing never-before-seen concept art for the Dreamcast classic, Sonic Adventure, offering a rare look into its development.
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.
Sonic and Godzilla Collide in New Comic
Sega's iconic blue blur, Sonic the Hedgehog, faces off against the King of the Monsters, Godzilla, in a new IDW comic series. The first trailer has dropped.
Atari
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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
👾 Retro Gaming Weekly News #0142
This week we have 39 stories, including (but by no means limited to) turning an Atari 2600 into
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 →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.
Daigo Umehara Falls to MenaRD in Kemonomichi Street Fighter 6 Showdown
The Evo LEGENDS LIVE - DAIGO vs MENARD (獣道) event saw a strategic Street Fighter 6 'first to 10' match, with MenaRD securing a decisive victory over Daigo Umehara.
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.
Homebrew
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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.
Miracle Boy Lands on Atari ST, A New Homebrew Adventure
SamSoft has released 'Miracle Boy in Dragon Land', a new homebrew platform adventure for the Atari ST, available for digital download, showcasing the enduring appeal of period hardware.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
NetHack's Latest Update Still Embraces MS-DOS and Amiga
The venerable roguelike NetHack has received a new update, remarkably maintaining support for MS-DOS and the Amiga, platforms long abandoned by their creators.
Sega Saturn Prototype of Unknown Game Preserved
A previously unknown Sega Saturn prototype, 'Pyramid,' has been discovered and preserved, revealing a cancelled project nobody knew existed.
Metal Gear Solid's Enduring Perfection on PlayStation
CBR.com recently posited that Metal Gear Solid remains a 'perfect' PlayStation game 28 years after its debut. This prompts a look at what constitutes lasting quality in a classic stealth title.
Roblox 'Steal a Brainrot' Raises Concerns in Japan
A popular Roblox mini-game, 'Steal a Brainrot', is causing real-world issues among Japanese children, prompting concerns over school violence, microtransactions, and sleep deprivation.
BigInstinct Emulator Offers Enhanced Killer Instinct Arcade Play
Rich Whitehouse's BigInstinct emulator, designed for Killer Instinct and Killer Instinct 2 arcade titles, is now available, promising faster and more accurate emulation than existing MAME options.
Miracle Boy Lands on Atari ST, A New Homebrew Adventure
SamSoft has released 'Miracle Boy in Dragon Land', a new homebrew platform adventure for the Atari ST, available for digital download, showcasing the enduring appeal of period hardware.
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.
IK+ Prototypes Emerge for Atari ST and Amiga
Unseen builds and graphical assets for Archer Maclean's classic fighter, IK+, have been preserved, offering a rare look at its development on the Atari ST and Amiga.