Super Bomberman Collection Launches Today on Consoles and PC

Super Bomberman Collection has launched today, bringing together the Super Famicom era entries from the Super Bomberman lineup. The collection is now available on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S/X and PC via Steam, making these classic multiplayer titles widely accessible on modern hardware. Beyond nostalgia, the release also […]

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ETH2SP1 Brings Broadband Adapter Functionality to the GameCube

Pre-orders are now live for ETH2SP1, a new Ethernet adapter designed as an alternative to the original Broadband Adapter for the Nintendo GameCube. Shipping is expected to begin in early March. ETH2SP1 connects via the console’s Serial Port 1 and works in combination with Swiss to emulate Broadband Adapter functionality in games that support it. […]

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Complete Crystal Refines Pokémon Crystal Without Changing Its Core

Complete Crystal is a ROM hack of Pokémon Crystal that focuses on refinement rather than reinvention. Released by BlerdSciFiGamer, the hack modernizes balance and accessibility while keeping the original storyline and Generation II mechanics fully intact. All 251 Pokémon receive improved learnsets, updated move power, and reworked TMs and tutors, with every TM becoming purchasable […]

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Zaparoo App v1.10.1 Adds Online Sync, OTA Updates and NFC Fixes

Zaparoo App v1.10.1 has been released, introducing a set of quality-of-life improvements alongside a new optional online layer. The update adds Zaparoo Online accounts, allowing Pro purchases to sync across multiple devices and granting automatic Pro access to Patreon supporters. The feature is entirely optional and aimed at covering functionality that is difficult to handle […]

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Game Bub Progress Report: Injection-Moulded Docks and the Road to Mass Production

Game Bub Update: Injection Molding Underway and New Manufacturing Partnership Announced Game Bub, the open-source FPGA retro-emulation handheld, has released its February manufacturing update, highlighting significant progress in hardware production and a strategic shift in its supply chain. Mechanical Design and Injection Moulding Following the finalization of mechanical designs in January, stainless steel molds for […]

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Astro Fighters 2: A Dive into the New Bullet Hell Sequel

The shoot-’em-up (shmup) genre is seeing a fresh addition with Astro Fighters 2, the sequel to the original Astro Fighters. Developed and published by Paul Connor, this one-man project brings a modern twist to classic vertical arcade action. While it stays true to the roots of the genre, it introduces several unique mechanics that set […]

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The Cow, the Code, and the Console: Inside the Mind of the Analogue 3D’s N64 Core Creator

In a recent livestream, Pixel Cherry Ninja was joined by Murray Aickin (known online as Mazamars312), the lead developer behind the Nintendo 64 core for the Analogue 3D. The conversation provided a fascinating look into the technical hurdles and personal journey of bringing the first dedicated FPGA based N64 to market. Here are some of […]

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New 94 MHz N64 Turbo Core for MiSTer FPGA

A new overclocked core for the Nintendo 64 on the MiSTer FPGA platform has been developed, pushing the performance capabilities of the DE10-Nano hardware. This “Turbo Core” was developed by a MiSTer Discord user known as “Corn,” building upon the foundational work of original core developer Robert Peip (FPGAzumSpass). Technical Specifications Game Performance and Compatibility […]

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PCN – Weekly News Video Ep184 + Source List

01:08 Chase H.Q. MiSTer03:20 Slap Fight MiSTer04:03 Nintendo 64 94 MHz Core MiSTer05:57 SuperStation One Updates08:56 MiSTer Multisystem2 Arcade10:11 New GBA Borders MiSTer11:30 Unstable and Test Builds MiSTer12:25 Analogue 3D New Firmware14:23 ROM, Save, RTC Dumper Updated Analogue Pocket16:19 Ken Makes a Game Bub17:58 M64 Update19:59 Atari ST FPGA21:23 Banjo Recompiled (PC Port)22:47 $5 NEO-GEO […]

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Square Enix Announces a New Steam Version of Final Fantasy VII

Square Enix has announced that a new version of FINAL FANTASY VII is coming to Steam, with the current release being rebranded as FINAL FANTASY VII – 2013 Edition once the update goes live. The new version will replace the existing store listing, while the 2013 Edition will no longer be available for purchase. Existing […]

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