Final Fantasy Adventure DX Brings the Classic to Game Boy Color

The original Final Fantasy Adventure on the Game Boy has just received a fresh coat of paint with the release of Final Fantasy Adventure Color. Created by theadamrippon, this hack transforms the 1991 action RPG into a full Game Boy Color experience, giving fans the chance to revisit the classic with vibrant visuals. Known as […]

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5 Arcade Games That Never Got the Home Ports They Deserved

The arcade scene of the 80s and 90s was overflowing with incredible experiences. Some made their way to home consoles with varying degrees of success, while others never quite got the treatment they deserved. Whether it was hardware limitations, licensing issues, or just bad timing, these games never got a proper home port, leaving them […]

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MAGFest Indie Retro Homebrew Showcase 2026 – Submissions Now Open

Homebrew and indie developers are once again invited to bring their creations to one of the biggest retro celebrations of the year. The Indie Retro Homebrew Showcase will return at Super MAGFest 2026, taking place January 8–11, 2026. Submissions are now open and will remain so until October 6, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST. Developers […]

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Street Fighter Movie Cast Reveal – Legendary Brings the Fight Back to the Big Screen

Legendary Pictures has dropped the first teaser for its upcoming Street Fighter live-action movie, focusing entirely on the cast. The short video, released on the official Legendary YouTube channel, gives fans their first look at who will be stepping into the roles of fighters like Ryu, Chun-Li, and Guile. While it doesn’t reveal story details, […]

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The Cult of Blood Brings Castlevania-Style Action to Game Boy Color – Now on Kickstarter

The Cult of Blood is a new action-platformer in development for the Game Boy Color by Dancing Mad Studios. The story is based on J. Sheridan LeFanu’s classic vampire tale Carmilla, while the gameplay takes clear inspiration from Castlevania. Players take on the role of Isaia Lecardi, armed with the Spear of Destiny, battling through […]

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Final Fantasy Legend III DX – A Classic Game Boy RPG in Color

Following the DX releases of Final Fantasy Legend and Final Fantasy Legend II that I covered before, the third entry has now received the same treatment. Final Fantasy Legend III DX was released on September 3, 2025, adding full Game Boy Color support to the original monochrome game from 1993. Like the previous hacks, the […]

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LEGO Sega Genesis / Mega Drive Controller Announced as Gift With Purchase

LEGO is teaming up with Sega once again, this time with a clever build aimed at retro gaming fans. The new LEGO Sega Genesis (Mega Drive) Controller set (40769) will not be sold at retail but instead offered as a Gift With Purchase (GWP) starting on September 8, 2025. A Nostalgic Build The set contains […]

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AYANEO Pocket AIR Mini Brings a True 4:3 Display to Retro Gaming

AYANEO has announced the Pocket AIR Mini, a handheld designed specifically with retro gamers in mind. Unlike most modern handhelds that stick to widescreen displays, this device introduces a 4.2-inch, 1280 × 960 screen in a 4:3 aspect ratio, making it ideal for classic games that were originally meant to be played this way. The […]

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MiSTer FPGA Gains Simultaneous RGB, S-Video and Composite Output with New IO Board

The MiSTer FPGA project is once again pushing the boundaries of retro hardware accuracy. Soon, it will be possible for MiSTer to output RGB, S-Video, and composite video (CVBS) at the same time, just like an original console could. This advancement builds on the excellent YC video code originally developed by MikeS, with further contributions […]

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New Zelda Hack: “Reality Estate” Arrives on N64

A new fan-made ROM hack for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is here! Named “Legend of Zelda: Reality Estate,” this is a mini-adventure set within a mysterious mansion, featuring brand-new, interactive items. The hack was created for the “Hylian Modding Jam” and is a collaborative effort by community members like Jinnosuke, Conrhaid, and […]

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