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 →
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 →
The latest version of Libretro’s RetroArch emulation front end has been released, with support for Nintendo GameCube and Nintendo Wii consoles re-established. This means that as well as the standard desktop and current generation consoles, you can install RetroArch on those classic Nintendo consoles. Other improvements in RetroArch 1.10.1 includeRead More →
The release of RetroArch 1.10.0 brings a few useful incremental improvements to the retro gaming platform, affecting netplay and Vulkan. RetroArch is a front-end for emulation systems, game engines, native games and other media playing tools, available on pretty much any platform you can think of. This latest release addsRead More →
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 →
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 →
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 →
If you’ve been planning a Raspberry Pi Amiga emulation system, you’ve probably looked at Amibian. It’s a fine option, but doesn’t tick all the boxes. For a more authentic Amiga feel, what you need is PiMiga. Now at version 2.0, the x64 build uses the ScalosWB desktop replacement. This createsRead More →
You’ve heard about emulation, but did you know emulator suite Recalbox 8.0 added PlayStation 2 and SEGA Saturn support? This PC-only enhancement (not for Raspberry Pi and other SBCs) brings the 21 year old system to Recalbox, bringing with it over 10,000 titles. Recalbox 8.0 features the latest PCSX2 emulator,Read More →
