Patreon subscribers from Jotego received an update this week that focused less on brand-new cores and more on polishing existing ones. While bug-fixing may sound less flashy than new arcade releases, Jotego emphasized how these efforts often lead to deeper hardware understanding and, in turn, more accurate FPGA recreations. A highlight was Lightning Fighters, where […]
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A new arcade cabinet prototype has surfaced, catching the attention of arcade fans worldwide. Dubbed the Vewlix Lite, this compact take on the classic Taito Vewlix design was recently showcased at a trade event. Developed by Tassei Denki with official permission from Taito Corporation, the unit is currently a functional prototype made for trade show […]
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Homebrew developer TiagoSC has created a new Sonic engine for the Super Nintendo, based on the original Mega Drive / Genesis code but reworked and optimized for SNES hardware. The project is still in early development, with several bugs to fix and the sound system not yet implemented. Despite this, the gameplay footage shows Sonic […]
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To celebrate Rayman’s 30th anniversary, ModRetro has brought the Game Boy Color classic back with a brand-new physical release. Originally launched in 2000, this handheld entry offered a unique 2D adventure tailored for the system’s limited hardware, with over 30 levels of platforming, secret areas, and the charm that made Rayman a fan favorite. The […]
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Exobrave is an upcoming 2D action-platformer currently in development by Roborar Digital. Set in a futuristic colony overrun by demon-possessed machines, the game combines tight platforming with fast-paced combat, multiple playable characters, and branching paths that promise replay value. The developers are steadily revealing more about the project, and the latest update highlights a new […]
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Driftin’ Rage, developed by Mauro Xavier (MXRetroDev), brings high-octane street racing to the Sega Mega Drive with an arcade flair that feels right at home on the 16-bit hardware. The game puts you behind the wheel of fast, aggressive cars where mastering tight cornering and precision drifting is the key to victory. Visually, Driftin’ Rage […]
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The Game Boy classic Pokémon Red has received a massive overhaul with the release of Pokémon Red Expanded, a brand-new ROM hack by Iddiy. This hack takes the familiar journey through Kanto and supercharges it with modern mechanics, new Pokémon, and expanded post-game content. Over 400 Pokémon are now catchable, alongside new moves, TMs, and […]
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Disclosure: I was provided with a review copy of this game, All opinions in this review are my own and have not been influenced or altered in any way by the developers. Introduction Forgotten Fragments is a puzzle-platformer developed by Binary Phoenix, arriving on Steam on 24 September 2025. On Steam, the game is priced […]
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Introduction When I first played Metal Gear Solid on the PlayStation in 1998, it didn’t feel like just another video game. It felt like I was stepping into something bigger, something closer to cinema than anything I’d ever seen on a console before. Hideo Kojima’s vision turned what could have been a simple stealth action […]
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A new indie game, Sir Noggin, has been revealed. Featuring a Sega Master System–style aesthetic, the game delivers chunky sprites, bright colors, and old-school action-platforming gameplay. Developed by Sinclair Strange, the game puts players in control of Sir Noggin, a quirky knight on a whimsical quest filled with traps, enemies, and classic boss encounters. It […]
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