Jotego Special Update – MiSTer, Analogue Pocket, FPGA Gaming
You can support Jotego and his team’s FPGA core development by signing to their Patreon
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Mortal Kombat II: Arkade Edition – A Surprisingly Playable NES Hack
Mortal Kombat II: Arkade Edition is a ROM hack that overhauls the infamous NES bootleg of Mortal Kombat II. Originally a barely functional pirate port, this version makes major improvements to graphics, sound, and gameplay, bringing it closer in spirit to the arcade classic. The hack refines controls, updates sprites and backgrounds, and adds more […]
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PCN – Weekly News Video Ep158 + Source List
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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Zaparoo Releases Multisystem2 NFC Cards + Kit
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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Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection – Release Date & Physical Editions Announced
During EVO 2025, Digital Eclipse and Atari revealed several new details about Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, including inclusion of Mortal Kombat Trilogy, release dates and the launch of physical editions. Mortal Kombat Trilogy from 1996 is now officially part of the collection. Known for combining every character and stage from the first three games, it’s […]
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Big MiSTer Multisystem 2 Update – It’s Heading for Primetime
We love all things MiSTer FPGA here on Metal Game Solid. Long gone are the days where you had to order a DE10 NANO from Terasic, Mouser or Digikeys, and then combine your newly bought FPGA board with accessories such as a USB hub and an IO board. The evolution has come along away from […]
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MAME 0.279 Released with Key Graphics and Emulation Fixes
MAME 0.279 was released on July 31, 2025, bringing a range of improvements focused on visual accuracy, bug fixes, and hardware emulation updates. While it doesn’t introduce major new systems, it significantly refines the experience for many existing ones. Graphics and System Improvements Bug Fixes MAME 0.279 is a stability-focused update that enhances the authenticity […]
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SameBoy 1.0.2 Released with Audio and UI Enhancements
SameBoy 1.0.2, released today and brings notable updates to the popular Game Boy emulator on macOS and Windows. This version improves audio accuracy, enhances UI, and refines debugging and turbo mode features—all while keeping full compatibility with older save states. Key Features Fixes and Accuracy Updates Download the emulator here.
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Nintendo Adds CRT Filter for SNES Classic Games on Switch
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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Keio Flying Squadron 2 Gets a 60Hz English Upgrade with Two Fan Patches
Keio Flying Squadron 2 (originally Keiou Yuugekitai – Katsugeki-hen in Japan) now has two new fan patches that bring English-friendly options to the superior NTSC version of the game. An English PAL Experience, Without the Downsides One patch transforms the Japanese version into something nearly identical to the European release: full English text, English voiceovers, […]
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