A new ROM hack titled Project Lost Bits gives players a look at what Super Mario Bros. might have looked like in its early prototype stages. Developed by KristalBaf, this fan project recreates elements from Nintendo’s original design drafts, early artwork, and planning sheets for the iconic NES platformer. The hack restores an early title […]
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It’s here for everyone now! I’ve been talking a lot about the recent NES core for the MiSTer FPGA and how the latest test builds have been phenomenally accurate. The core has been passing tests designed to check all hardware components, achieving a perfect score. Previously, you needed an unstable MiSTer main and an unstable […]
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Sonic fans can now experience an enhanced take on Sonic’s 8-bit debut with Sonic the Hedgehog SMS – NC Revision by Ninjacat25. This improvement hack brings new life to the Master System classic with enhanced shading, added slopes, redesigned zones, and expressive sprite work for both Sonic and Dr. Eggman. The update introduces a new […]
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Recently, the MiSTer FPGA’s Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) core has been receiving updates that have made it the most accurate way to play the system (thanks Kitrinx), now on par with the original hardware. In fact, in some cases, the quality-of-life features it offers even make it better. Thanks to Terminator2K2, the existing NES core […]
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The NES scene keeps surprising us with creative crossovers, and Pac-Man: Deltarune Edition is one of those wild mashups nobody expected but everyone can appreciate. Released by Ninjacat25, this new graphical hack of Pac-Man Championship Edition replaces the familiar maze-running hero and his ghostly pursuers with characters straight out of Deltarune. In this quirky version, […]
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The developer Adam (known as @badcomputer0 on socials) has confirmed that his new game, Astro Climber, will be released for free digitally on October 20th. This release is set to be a celebration of the 40th anniversary of the SEGA Mark III’s (the Japanese version of the Master System) original launch. Original Article Below Remember […]
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The NES MiSTer FPGA core is a highly accurate, hardware-level recreation of the original Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), including its Japanese counterpart, the Famicom, for the MiSTer FPGA platform. Unlike software emulation, which simulates the NES hardware using a computer’s CPU, the MiSTer core uses a Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) to essentially rebuild the original […]
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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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The Atari homebrew community continues to deliver with the upcoming inertia based shooter/action title Minigun Miner. Straight from Albert @ AtariAge: Minigun Miner – along with a fresh lineup of brand-new Atari 2600, 7800, and Jaguar titles – debuts October 17 at the Portland Retro Gaming Expo. The games will also be available to order […]
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Make Your Analogue Pocket NES Core More Accurate This tutorial explains how to update your Analogue Pocket’s NES core to an unstable version for improved accuracy, potentially even surpassing original hardware in some cases. Do keep in mind that there is a possibility that you may discover bugs as this is an experimental core. Background […]
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