The Brawler64 NSO Edition by Retro Fighters and the 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller both aim to bring the Nintendo 64 controller experience into the modern era. While each takes a different design approach, they offer similar functionality and are especially well-suited for platforms like the Nintendo Switch, PC, and MiSTer FPGA. Design & Shape Comfort […]
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Mortal Kombat II: Arkade Edition is a ROM hack that overhauls the infamous NES bootleg of Mortal Kombat II. Originally a barely functional pirate port, this version makes major improvements to graphics, sound, and gameplay, bringing it closer in spirit to the arcade classic. The hack refines controls, updates sprites and backgrounds, and adds more […]
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Zaparoo just released a brand-new set of cards designed to match the MiSTer Multisystem2 (MMS2) aesthetic. These cards can be bought as a booster pack or as a starterkit packed with a ZapPad, offering users a slick new way to interact with their games. This update is a collaboration with Heber Limited and designer Tim […]
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During EVO 2025, Digital Eclipse and Atari revealed several new details about Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, including inclusion of Mortal Kombat Trilogy, release dates and the launch of physical editions. Mortal Kombat Trilogy from 1996 is now officially part of the collection. Known for combining every character and stage from the first three games, it’s […]
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MAME 0.279 was released on July 31, 2025, bringing a range of improvements focused on visual accuracy, bug fixes, and hardware emulation updates. While it doesn’t introduce major new systems, it significantly refines the experience for many existing ones. Graphics and System Improvements Bug Fixes MAME 0.279 is a stability-focused update that enhances the authenticity […]
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SameBoy 1.0.2, released today and brings notable updates to the popular Game Boy emulator on macOS and Windows. This version improves audio accuracy, enhances UI, and refines debugging and turbo mode features—all while keeping full compatibility with older save states. Key Features Fixes and Accuracy Updates Download the emulator here.
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Nintendo has introduced a new CRT-style graphics filter for its classic game lineup on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 for nintendo switch online subscribers. This feature enhances the visual experience of Nintendo 64, and GameCube games by simulating the look of older CRT televisions.Yesterday, Nintendo silently added this filter to the SNES classic online. […]
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Keio Flying Squadron 2 (originally Keiou Yuugekitai – Katsugeki-hen in Japan) now has two new fan patches that bring English-friendly options to the superior NTSC version of the game. An English PAL Experience, Without the Downsides One patch transforms the Japanese version into something nearly identical to the European release: full English text, English voiceovers, […]
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A new version of the English retranslation patch for Sega Ages 2500 Series Vol. 1: Phantasy Star Generation:1 is now available. This release (v3.01) refines the original 2012 fan translation by Kyence and Tryphon, correcting numerous script issues and improving lore accuracy with fresh, more faithful terminology. What’s New in v3.01 More Than Just a […]
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Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound has launched to strong reviews across most platforms, but the Nintendo Switch version has received criticism for its technical performance. While the game is officially capped at 30 frames per second on Switch, players have reported noticeable slowdowns during intense action and visual shimmering throughout gameplay. These issues impact the game’s fast-paced […]
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