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Christian Cawley

Christian Cawley is the founder and editor of GamingRetro.co.uk, a website dedicated to classic and retro gaming. With over 20 years of experience writing for technology and gaming publications, he brings considerable expertise and a lifelong passion for interactive entertainment, particularly games from the 8-bit and 16-bit eras.

Christian has written for leading outlets including TechRadar, Computer Weekly, Linux Format, and MakeUseOf, where he also served as Deputy Editor.

When he’s not exploring vintage consoles or retro PCs, Christian enjoys building with LEGO, playing cigar box guitar, and experimenting in the kitchen.

Breakers Collection Brings Rare 1990s Fighters to Western Consoles

2022-05-19
By: Christian Cawley
On: May 19, 2022
In: Retro games news

Classic 2D fighting game Breakers and its sequel Breakers Revenge are heading to consoles in Breakers Collection, from Strictly Limited Games. Available for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 (PS4) and PlayStation 5 (PS5), as a boxed Limited Edition and Collector’s, the collections include exclusive new features such as an online versusRead More →

Taito Egret II Mini Nearing Launch, June Release

2022-05-18
By: Christian Cawley
On: May 18, 2022
In: Retro Consoles

Following announcement of its release in Europe, ININ Games has confirmed that the Taito Egret II Mini will commence shipping from June 3rd, 2022. The console – a miniature version of the 1986 Taito Egret II arcade system – is being released in three limited editions for western audiences, withRead More →

Indie C64 Game Night Knight Gets Cartridge Release

2022-05-17
By: Christian Cawley
On: May 17, 2022
In: Retro games news

Commodore 64 game Night Knight – an indie port of the MSX classic – is now available on cartridge! Previously released on itch.io, Night Knight‘s physical release is being published by poly.play. Night Knight was released in late 2021, and has received some top reviews on itch.io. Like the original,Read More →

A500 Mini

Does the A500 Mini update break firmware Hacks?

2022-05-16
By: Christian Cawley
On: May 16, 2022
In: Emulation, Retro Consoles

For some this might be a concern. There have been some suggestions than the latest A500 Mini firmware (v1.1.1) causes isues with some early firmware hacks. If you have installed any methods that enable the running of Workbench and then upgraded to the much-awaited firmware update, there is a possibilityRead More →

The Cursed Knight for SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive Funded in 7 Hours

2022-05-13
By: Christian Cawley
On: May 13, 2022
In: Retro games news

Well, this is incredible. The Cursed Knight, a real SEGA Mega Drive and Genesis game listed on Kickstarter, was funded in just 7 hours this week. Already 100% finished and tested, the crowdfunder was launched to raise funds for physical production and collector limited editions. Here’s what the game isRead More →

A500 Mini Firmware Updates Brings Amiga ADF Support and More! [UPDATED]

2022-05-12
By: Christian Cawley
On: May 12, 2022
In: Emulation, Retro Consoles

It’s finally here! Retro Games Ltd has issued the first A500 Mini firmware update, which adds a host of features to the Amiga emulation system. However, you might want to hold on before updating (scroll to the end to learn why). As stated in the announcement post on Facebook, theRead More →

Drool over these retro game cocktails at NQ64

2022-05-12
By: Christian Cawley
On: May 12, 2022
In: Retro arcades, Retro bars and arcades

Retro arcade bar chain NQ64 cocktails designed by employees and inspired by games have been announced. Designed following a staff competition across NQ64 bars, the new cocktail menu is inspired by Donkey Kong, Super Mario Bros, Sonic the Hedgehog, Mario Kart, and Crash Bandicoot. Staff in the seven NQ64 barsRead More →

Ocean Software Co-Founder David Ward Dies

2022-05-11
By: Christian Cawley
On: May 11, 2022
In: Miscellaneous retro stuff

We’re sad to report the death of Ocean Software’s David Ward, who with co-founder Jon Woods changed the face of videogaming on both sides of the Atlantic in the 1980s and early 1990s. Look at any collection of retro games up for sale on eBay or Facebook and there isRead More →

Pink Floyd on a Commodore 64 and a Game Boy? Sure, Why Not?!

2022-05-10
By: Christian Cawley
On: May 10, 2022
In: Retro games news

Here’s a bit of a treat: a classic Pink Floyd track reproduced (not played back) on a Commodore 64! Created by YouTube channel Lab Rat Warfare, the video displays an accurate recreation of “On the Run” (from 1973’s Dark Side of the Moon LP) using a Commodore 64, hooked upRead More →

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