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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Ghostship feels like a clear response to the earlier Super Mario 64 PC ports rather than a replacement of them. Those previous builds were impressive in their own right and proved that a native PC version of Super Mario 64 was not only possible but surprisingly flexible, especially once mods, widescreen support, and higher framerates […]
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The legendary vertical shoot-’em-up (shmup) Flying Shark has officially made its way to modern FPGA hardware. Developed by the Coin-Op Collection, the game is now available as a core for both the MiSTer FPGA and the Analogue Pocket. For enthusiasts of the genre, this release brings one of Toaplan’s most influential and punishing titles to […]
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The Philips CD-i core for the MiSTer FPGA platform has received a significant update, focusing heavily on the Digital Video Cartridge (DVC) functionality and input versatility. These improvements address long-standing playback issues and expand the hardware’s capabilities, bringing the core closer to hardware parity with the original multimedia machine. Enhanced Video Playback (FMV) The Digital […]
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00:55 X-Men, Run & Gun, Premier Soccer Fixes MiSTer, Analogue Pocket & More 02:21 Caliber 50 MiSTer, Analogue Pocket & More 02:54 NEO-GEO Pocket + Color MiSTer & Analogue Pocket 04:33 CPS1 and CPS2 Fixes MiSTer, Analogue Pocket & More 05:38 CPS3 MiSTer & More 07:27 Flying Shark MiSTer & Analogue pocket 08:07 Raki Update […]
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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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Magnavale: Eternal Soul is an upcoming gothic Metroidvania developed and published by Barrier Studio. Set within the sprawling, ominous corridors of Castle Lexington, the game blends traditional side-scrolling exploration with dark fantasy RPG elements. Deeply inspired by the classic PS1, GBA, and DS eras of the Castlevania series, Magnavale: Eternal Soul aims to capture the […]
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A significant piece of Mega Man history has been made accessible to global audiences as community developers released a full English translation for Rockman: The Puzzle Battle. Originally a Japan-exclusive mobile game from 2011, the title was once considered “lost media” due to the discontinuation of the legacy mobile platforms it inhabited. From Preservation to […]
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Mushroom Kingdom Fusion (MKF) is an expansive, non-profit crossover fan game that has been a staple of the fan-gaming community for nearly two decades. Combining the classic platforming of Super Mario Bros. with a massive multiverse of characters, weapons, and worlds, it is widely considered one of the most ambitious fan projects ever created. Development […]
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A remake of the legendary 1988 TAITO classic, THE NEWZEALAND STORY: Untold Adventure, is currently in development by Commodore Industries. Slated for release in February 2026, this official remake aims to modernize the iconic 2D platformer with updated art direction and smooth mechanics while staying true to the original spirit. You will once again play […]
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