It has been 10 months since RetroArch’s Open-Hardware Project raised the prospect of a way to connect any console cartridge to a PC (or other device) for authentic retro gaming. Then silence. So, what has been going on? Let’s recap. Imagine an N64 cartridge reader, with USB Type-C cable, thatRead More →
If you bought one of TheA500 mini Amiga revival systems on Amazon, it might be worth checking your inbox. The retail giant has informed preorder buyers that the console will be shipping 10 days earlier than planned. The April 5th release date has been brought forward to March 26th, 2022.Read More →
New from SEGA in 2022 is the Astro City Mini V desktop arcade machine, a follow on to thre Astro City Mini. Shipping with 37 games, this mini arcade cabinet features a key new feature. The “V” in the title doesn’t refer to this being the fifth model. Instead, itRead More →
When you read “scalpers” you immediately think “PS5” or “Xbox Series”. But Evercade VS Founder Edition boxes are going for silly money on eBay If you’re unfamiliar with the term, a “scalpers” is someone who buys multiple units of desirable hardware – usually game consoles – to limit supply andRead More →
United Games Entertainment and Taito have announced the release of the Taito Egret Mini II arcade cabinet for home use. United Games Entertainment exclusively distribute and sell Taito’s titles in the West (digital and physical) and have agreed on special content and features that make the Taito Egret II anRead More →
The Evercade VS is dropping into retro gamers’ homes around the world. But is it any good? Back in May 2021, I, like many others, put my hand in my pocket for a project I believed in: the Evercade VS. By ordering so early, I had the opportunity to orderRead More →
Regular readers will know I’m a fan of the Retroflag GPi Case. It’s a superb way to play retro games, which is why it should be no surprise that Retroflag has issued the Retroflag GPi Case 2. I’ve been using the original Retroflag GPi Case since it launched, and recentlyRead More →
Blaze Entertainment has released a new Evercade firmware update. Version 2.0 brings a new UI to handheld Evercades putting it in line with the Evercade VS, with a new UI experience and features. With a new menu screen, addition themes exclusive to handheld systems, and a new UI, new displayRead More →
If you ordered THEA500 mini then here is some good news – it looks like it the Amiga console might ship on schedule! Retro Games has confirmed that THEA500 Mini, the fully-licensed reworking of the 16-bit classic computer, has entered full production ahead of its March 25th, 2022 release. ThisRead More →
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