Zaparoo Core v2.7.1 focuses on stability and smoother NFC writing

Wizzo has released Zaparoo Core v2.7.1, a small update designed to smooth out some issues discovered after the big 2.7.0 launch. On Batocera, the virtual controller caused trouble with some emulators, so it’s now turned off by default. If you still want it, you can switch it back on. There’s also a temporary workaround where […]

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8BitDo Reveals Limited Edition 8BitDo 64 Controllers for Analogue 3D

We literally just published an article about Analogue announcing their own Funtastic colorways for the Analogue 3D, and only minutes later 8BitDo followed up with a surprise of their own. The company has revealed a full line of limited edition 8BitDo 64 controllers designed specifically for the Analogue 3D, all styled after the classic Funtastic […]

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Zaparoo App v1.9.1 Rolls Out With Full Core v2.7.0 Support

The Zaparoo App has been updated to v1.9.1 on both iOS and Android, lining up perfectly with Core v2.7.0. This release focuses on smoother navigation, better tagging, and a more polished overall feel. The biggest change is the fully upgraded search system. Infinite scrolling, proper tag filtering, cleaner titles, and recent search history make browsing […]

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The Reflex Prism: Bridging Modern Digital Video with Classic Analogue Displays

The Reflex Prism is a specialized digital-to-analog video converter designed and produced by MiSTer Addons. Its core purpose is to enable modern digital video sources, particularly those outputting via HDMI, to connect seamlessly and without lag to high-quality analog displays, such as professional video monitors (PVMs), consumer CRTs, and PC CRT monitors. This device is […]

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Zaparoo Adds Full Screen Reader Support, Major Accessibility Upgrade Coming Next Release

Wizzo, the developer behind Zaparoo, has announced a major accessibility breakthrough: the app is now fully compatible with screen readers. After extensive testing, he confirmed that the entire interface can be navigated using audio cues alone, a huge improvement over earlier builds where accessibility was almost nonexistent. In a series of posts, Wizzo explained how […]

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EverDrive Update Fixes Analogue 3D Compatibility Issues, With OS V3.10 Arriving Shortly After

Krikzz has released a new update for the EverDrive lineup that resolves the major compatibility issues Analogue 3D owners were experiencing with certain flash carts. The update focuses on the EverDrive X5 and X7 models, which failed to boot for many users on the FPGA based console. The new firmware, OS V3.09, fixes this problem, […]

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Zaparoo Core Now in Batocera Content Downloader

Zaparoo Core is now directly available in Batocera’s Content Downloader, making installation on Batocera systems easier than ever. Instead of manually downloading and setting up the package, you can now find it in the SYS section of the Content Downloader, as confirmed on the official Zaparoo site. This update lowers the barrier for getting Zaparoo […]

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Zaparoo Core v2.7.0 Is Here And It Is One of The Biggest Update Yet

Zaparoo Core v2.7.0 is now available, and this release marks one of the biggest steps forward for the project so far. The new version introduces a completely revamped way of identifying games, major media database upgrades, parental controls, Linux desktop support and a long list of improvements across MiSTer, Windows and Batocera. The biggest change […]

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Voultar: The Modder, The Machine, and The Miracle of the Second Chance

Voultar is a widely recognized and talented retro gaming hardware engineer, known for developing essential modification kits that significantly enhance the video quality of classic consoles. His notable inventions, such as the SNES Edge-Enhancer Kit and the N64RGB Kit, have become industry benchmarks, allowing game peeps to achieve modern, high-definition clarity from systems originally designed […]

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Vectrex Mini Kickstarter Smashes Goal in Under 15 Minutes

The long-awaited Vectrex Mini has officially launched on Kickstarter, and it wasted no time making history. According to the team behind the project, the campaign reached its funding goal in less than 15 minutes, a clear sign that fans are eager for the return of the classic vector-based console. By the time of writing this […]

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