Zaparoo Core v2.9.0 is now available, delivering a solid mix of usability improvements, platform integrations, and reliability fixes. This release focuses on polishing everyday use while expanding support for popular frontends and setups. One of the biggest changes is a revamped TUI, now featuring theme support, an on-screen keyboard, and clearer settings navigation. Kodi integration […]
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The BattleDock from Retro Fighters is an add-on that physically slides onto the official Nintendo Switch2 dock. It doesn’t replace the dock or connect as a separate unit, instead it attaches directly to it and connects over USB-C to extend its functionality. Once attached, the BattleDock adds four wired GameCube controller ports to the existing […]
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Joypad OS is an open-source controller firmware platform built around a simple but powerful idea, gamers should be able to use whatever controller they want, wherever they want. The project, formerly known as USBRetro, is being developed in the open by Robert Dale Smith, who recently summed it up perfectly in a X post calling […]
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If you’ve been following my NFC projects for a while, you might remember that I originally shared my NFC card templates as layered PSD files. That worked fine at the time, but over the years it became pretty clear that not everyone wants to deal with complex design files just to make a simple NFC […]
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Pixel FX has kicked off 2026 with a brief but meaningful update covering firmware, hardware availability, and future plans. The company shared a small progress update on the Infinity Switch, its modular video input switching system. While the product is still in the engineering phase, the case design has been finalized and an injection mold […]
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Wizzo has released Zaparoo Core v2.8.0, starting 2026 with a major stability and feature update. The most important fix resolves a critical bug that prevented hold mode from working, restoring a key part of many NFC-based setups. This release also adds beta support for Bazzite and ChimeraOS on AMD64 and ARM64, along with EmuDeck and […]
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BedroomNinja has released his Famicom Disk System–inspired NFC reader shell, now officially called NFC-DS V1, expanding compatibility beyond its original setup. The design supports both PN532 USB-C readers and Retro Remake’s NFC reader. The shell keeps its classic Disk System look, including a decorative eject button that’s purely cosmetic, while improving internal fit for multiple […]
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ShaderBeam: Bringing CRT Motion Clarity to the Windows Desktop A new open-source application titled ShaderBeam has been released by mausimus, aiming to bridge the gap between modern high-refresh-rate displays and the distinct motion characteristics of classic CRT monitors. Developed by Mausimus, the creator of the popular CRT shader tool ShaderGlass. ShaderBeam is being introduced as a “sister app” […]
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Street Fighter II finally comes to the Atari 8-Bit computers and it looks so darn hype. Check out the video below, which also contains information on where to get the game.
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Zaparoo developer Wizzo has teased what appears to be a graphical front end for the MiSTer FPGA, and the preview already shows more than just a technical proof of concept. Alongside mentions of native 1080p output and optimisations for CRT’s, the teaser also clearly displays game artwork, hinting at a visually driven interface rather than […]
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