We Have a Winner! Congratulations to VolJoe, the winner of our Analogizer giveaway! We used a random wheel to fairly select the winner from all eligible entries, you can watch the embedded video below to see the draw in action. A big thank you to everyone who participated and to RndMnkIII for generously donating the […]
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Pixel Memories has teased an exciting new hardware release for Retro Gaming fans: officially licensed Zaparoo NFC readers, wrapped in striking 3D-printed artwork and designed specifically for retro enthusiasts. The post also reveals a work-in-progress arcade stick, modeled after the classic Mad Catz TE1 FightStick, and built with Zaparoo compatibility in mind. Both devices appear […]
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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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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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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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On the 26th anniversary of M.U.G.E.N’s original release, legendary creator Violin Ken took to X to reflect on the engine’s journey and tease his most ambitious project yet. With that message, he shared a sneak peek of Street Fighter 6 Leon, a custom character built from scratch using original gameplay mechanics inspired by Capcom’s newest […]
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Although my favourite era of gaming came a few years later, I did experience the ATARI 2600. That black joystick with that one district red button was mind-blowing at the time. I was very young when the 2600 was released and did not own the system, but instead played it at around a family friends […]
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Pixel Cherry Ninja returns with another roundup of the latest in retro gaming and FPGA developments. From new core updates to exciting fan projects and hardware news, this weekly video covers the standout stories you may have missed. See timestamps and sources below.
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One of Akihabara’s most iconic arcades, GiGO Akihabara Building 1, will officially close on August 31, 2025, ending a 33-year run in the heart of Tokyo’s gaming district. From Sega to GiGO Originally opened in 1992 as Hi-Tech Land Sega Shintoku, the venue later became Club Sega and eventually rebranded as GiGO in 2022, following […]
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Growing up we all loved LEGO, and to be honest we still do. It’s a timeless toy that’s loved by generations. Even my kids play with it, one of them even calls it real life Minecraft. Another thing we love is the Gameboys from Nintendo, with my personal favourite being the DMG. So when we […]
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