Long before 3D graphics became the standard for console gaming, Star Fox blasted onto the Super Nintendo in 1993 and changed everything. Known as Star Wing in Europe, it wasn’t just a fun space shooter, it was a technical showcase, a glimpse into the future. With its polygonal visuals, cinematic flair, and unforgettable soundtrack, Star […]
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Atari and Bandai Namco have announced a new wave of classic reissues, bringing Galaga, Pac-Man Double Feature, Dig Dug, and Xevious back to physical cartridges for the Atari 2600+ and 7800+. The Pac-Man Double Feature includes two versions of the pellet-chomping icon — the original Atari 2600 release and an enhanced 7800 edition that stays […]
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A new patch by Vague Rant restores the original brightness and color levels of Bangai-O on Dreamcast to match the Japanese release Bakuretsu Muteki Bangai-O. Using Derek Pascarella’s Universal Dreamcast Patcher, players can now apply the fix to the European, US, or VGA-patched versions of the game. The patch adjusts the visuals to their intended […]
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The fan-made project Mega Man X Innocent Impulse continues to evolve, with developers sharing fresh details on the upcoming version 0.3 update, the most ambitious build to date. Since the 0.2.3 release in September 2023, the team has been hard at work rebuilding much of the engine for a smoother, more stable experience and a […]
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Update 04-10-25: A detailed feature from The Memory Core has shed new light on iiSU’s ambitious vision for the future of handheld emulation. Creator Eddie Collazo (also known as iShade from the UsagiShade channel) shared how the project evolved from YouTube mockups into a full-fledged, console-inspired Android front-end. iiSU isn’t aiming to be “just another […]
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A brand-new retro-inspired action game is on the horizon. Metal Mack puts players in the role of an advanced android tasked with saving humanity after its robot population suddenly turns rogue. Featuring classic 16-bit graphics and fast-paced run ’n’ gun gameplay, Metal Mack draws clear inspiration from both Mega Man and arcade shooters like Contra, […]
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Duke Nukem 3D is about to receive one of its most ambitious fan upgrades yet. Modder Dan Peterson, also known as Cheello, has been working for over three years on a project that replaces nearly all of the game’s classic 2D sprites with fully-realized voxel models. The mod, often referred to as Voxel Duke 3D, […]
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Originally released in 1996 for the Game Boy, Mole Mania was one of Nintendo’s hidden puzzle gems. Starring Muddy Mole on a quest to rescue his family, the game offered over 200 screens of clever puzzles but remained overshadowed by bigger Nintendo hits of its era. Now, fans can experience it in a whole new […]
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Infinity, the long-lost Game Boy Color RPG, finally opens for pre-orders on September 30th, 2025 through Incube8 Games. Originally developed from 1999 to 2001 by Affinix Software, Infinity was designed to push Nintendo’s handheld to its absolute limits. But as the market shifted to the Game Boy Advance, the project was canceled in 2002 and […]
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SNK has officially launched the first entry in its newly announced NEOGEO Premium Selection series, and it’s a big one: Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers. Originally released in arcades in 1998, the classic 2D fighter has made its way to Steam with a range of modern upgrades. This new version keeps the gameplay […]
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