LEGO is teaming up with Sega once again, this time with a clever build aimed at retro gaming fans. The new LEGO Sega Genesis (Mega Drive) Controller set (40769) will not be sold at retail but instead offered as a Gift With Purchase (GWP) starting on September 8, 2025. A Nostalgic Build The set contains […]
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AYANEO has announced the Pocket AIR Mini, a handheld designed specifically with retro gamers in mind. Unlike most modern handhelds that stick to widescreen displays, this device introduces a 4.2-inch, 1280 × 960 screen in a 4:3 aspect ratio, making it ideal for classic games that were originally meant to be played this way. The […]
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The MiSTer FPGA project is once again pushing the boundaries of retro hardware accuracy. Soon, it will be possible for MiSTer to output RGB, S-Video, and composite video (CVBS) at the same time, just like an original console could. This advancement builds on the excellent YC video code originally developed by MikeS, with further contributions […]
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I am so hyped for the upcoming game, Terminator 2D: No Fate by the Bitmap Bureau, that I am counting down the days. The footage reminds me of a cross between an Amiga and an arcade game. It looks and feels like the T2 game we should have gotten back in the day. The most […]
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A new wave of users are entering the world of FPGA gaming, thanks to the recent availability of the MiSTer Pi. For those just getting started, I have a recommendation for my favorite MiSTer Pi case. Enter the Frog 🐸 Haha, I’m talking about the case from Retro Frog, designed by Todd Gill. He’s a […]
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The Aesthetic Indie developer OrionSoft has been sharing many images and videos of their upcoming game, Escape 2049. The game instantly caught my attention, reminding me of Switch Blade 2, which I have fond memories of playing on the Atari ST, Lynx, and Commodore Amiga. So this is something we’ll be keeping an eye on. […]
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The Mario Game That Shouldn’t Exist Mama Mia! This incredible fan-made Mario game created by DeadShotLazer_72 is a stunning showcase of talent and a powerful example of what is possible with the right tools. Far from a simple level, this is a full-fledged, polished experience that feels like a legit Nintendo title. From its fluid […]
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Microsoft Open-Sources Historic 6502 BASIC In a major move for computing history, Microsoft has released the source code for its 6502 BASIC interpreter. This landmark release makes the company’s first-ever product, originally written by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in 1975, accessible to the public for the first time. This specific version, known as BASIC […]
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I’m sure many of you guys, just as I did, back in the day, played some (or lots of) 4 player N64. It was groundbreaking. The days where there wasn’t any online multiplayer, and you had to be close to one another to get those sessions going. For me Golden Eye 007 and Mario Kart […]
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Few game composers have a body of work as large as Allister Brimble. His listing on MobyGames, which compiles credit listings for both console and computer games, lists no fewer than 245 titles to his name. And with good reason, too! Brimble is a versatile maestro, writing music in a variety of styles to fit […]
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