An unusual crowdfunder has launched on Indiegogo, giving you the chance to back a project aiming to create software simulations of classic Commodore hardware. States the crowdfunder: Breadbox is created with latest Game Technology. It contains a growing collection of fully functional – RUNNABLE – Retro Computers. All computers and devicesRead More →
Mass appeal retro gaming continues on the Nintendo Switch this week following the release of Pac-Man 99. Replacing Mario 35, Pac-Man 99 offers a similar battle royale experience, with up to 99 players. Coined a “Pac-Royale” the 40 year old game plunges you into simultaneous multiplayer action as you fightRead More →
Back in 2017 I had the opportunity to review the ARMIGA, a Commodore Amiga emulator and disk imaging system. Specifically, the ARMIGA Full Edition, which featured a 3.5-inch floppy drive while sporting Amiga-like 3D printed case. This was the larger sibling to the standard ARMIGA, which omitted the floppy diskRead More →
Another day, another abandoned game resurfaces. Cancelled back in 2000, Castlevania: Resurrection for Sega Dreamcast is a 3D platformer that originally introduced Victor Belmont into the series. It also features usual heroine Sonia Belmont. Considered lost forever, Castlevania: Resurrection was eventually replaced in the series by Castlevania: Circle of theRead More →
Is 2021 the year for lost games returning? Noah’s Ark, a NES platformer that was unreleased in the USA (but available in Europe) has just appeared on Steam for Windows. But why? And more importantly, why was it banned in the US? We’re going to attempt to answer both questions.Read More →
Ever wanted to play PS1 games on your PlayStation 5? The time may be approaching when using your current-gen game console for retro gaming action is a reality. A November 2020 patent application spotted by a Redditor suggests that Sony is developing ways to make old games available on currentRead More →
Dreaming of a way to play your favourite retro games with friends and family around the world online? We all know old systems never supported network play through the internet, but things could be about to change with Piepacker beta. It’s a browser-based online gaming platform based around retro games,Read More →
Hopefully you’ve already backed GamesMaster: The Oral History on Kickstarter. But if you want to know more about it before parting with your hard-earned cash, you should check out the latest edition of The Retro Hour podcast. A weekly show that bundles all the latest retro gaming news into eachRead More →
Hotly anticipated and visually stunning retro handheld, the Analogue Pocket, is facing yet another delay. Capable of playing a bunch of classic Nintendo games (and others) without software emulation, the Analogue Pocket matches sharp lines with retro practicality. For the uninitiated, the Analogue Pocket can play genuine cartridges for: GameRead More →
