Jaleco’s Formation Z for a new generation is coming! Final Formation isn’t just another shoot ’em up; it’s a love letter to the classics, reinventing the genre with insane new mechanics. Happymeal Inc is bringing us a game that lets you pilot the badass EX-PELL mecha, a true master of the battlefield. The PELL Chain […]
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Based on a recent post on the Neo Geo subreddit, u/Upstairs_Report6208 has acquired an incredibly rare, early prototype of the Neo Geo CD Front Loader console, specifically “Console No. 4.” The unit, which was bought as “junk” with a black screen, features unique boards (CDROM-1 and CD-ANA) and even has a “SAMPLE” label on the […]
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The G-Zero tech demo by Gasega68k is more than just a proof of concept; it’s a jaw-dropping showcase of what the Sega Mega Drive can do. Inspired by the classic F-Zero, this homebrew title pushes the Mega drive/Genesis hardware to its limits, delivering a futuristic racer that feels right at home on the console. The […]
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The FPGA gaming community has become a popular method for enjoying classic retro systems. Within this highly specialized scene, developers consistently push the limits of what’s possible, often devising clever workarounds to overcome significant technical challenges and bring these projects to life. Engineering: A Study in Ingenuity and Workarounds Engineering is not always about groundbreaking […]
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Halcyon is the name, jumping and shooting things is the game. If you’ve ever played Blaster Master then this will instantly appeal to you. If you haven’t then you’re missing out, it’s a platform tank based Run n Gun game that has a very unique style and feel to it. Best of all it’s in […]
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After seeing a few members experimenting with using their MiSTer Pi consoles with a portable monitor and a power bank. I wanted to try it out for myself, so I did, and the result was amazing. I bought a cheap screen from AliExpress which is surprisingly good with 1ms of display lag. I paired that […]
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You can’t talk about classic arcade shooters without mentioning R-Type. This legendary horizontal shoot ’em up (shmup) didn’t just join the genre, it helped define it. After its arcade debut, the game was ported to nearly every computer and console imaginable, and it went on to spawn a long line of sequels and spin-offs.Now, a […]
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The Prize Win a MiSTer Pi Case by RetroFoolz. There is one case being provided for this giveaway. The winner can pick either “Stone Gray” or “NEO-GEO”. Entry is Simple Just answer the question “Which Company makes the MiSTer Pi?” You’ll need a metalgamesolid.com account, is you don’t have one, then sign up here. Leave […]
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Arcade racers feel like a thing of the past, so a trailer like this gets us excited. We’ve missed the days of classics like Out Run, Burnout, and Ridge Racer, and now we have a contender: Fast & Furious Arcade Edition.This game looks like the arcade racer we’ve been waiting for. The trailer gives off […]
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