Aiming to raise over £50,000, the Commodore Computer Museum is a Kickstarter for all fans of C64, VIC-20, and Amiga systems and their heritage. Promising to focus on the history of the overlooked Commodore computing brand the project promises to be a must-visit. The only problem is that it isRead More →
Monty Mole! Horace! Pimania! All these ZX Spectrum games and many more are all available on Steam right now, courtesy of Pixel Games UK. Joining them this week is a new addition, Phantom Club, released back in 1987 by Ocean. Only you, Plutus, lowliest of the Phantom Club’s superheroes, canRead More →
It has come to our attention that C64 USB sticks of Commodore 64 games, complete with “TheC64” label, are available to buy on AliExpress and eBay. It should go without saying that these should be avoided. Boasting over 5000 games, these devices are typically described as “USB Stick Adapter ForRead More →
Preorders open on two upcoming cartridge collections for the Evercade handhelds, TV, and table top arcade consoles. The Broken Sword Collection and Indie Heroes Collection 4 are set to launch on March 10th, 2025. The Broken Sword Collection For adventure game aficionados, The Broken Sword Collection brings the classic 32-bitRead More →
After the complicated ordeal regarding the Intellivision Amico, one of its video game titles has met a similar fate. It has been reported that Earthworm Jim 4 has been cancelled much to the dismay of world-wide fans of the series. Earthworm Jim 4 was brought to attention initially during aRead More →
Four Taito arcade classics are being bundled for release this year, including Operation Wolf and its sequel, Operation Thunderbolt. The 1980s compilation from Taito and M2 was initially planned to feature just two games, but reports indicate that the collection will now include four titles. The collection, as announced forRead More →
A new index from CS2 experts at CSDB.gg reveals the top retro titles dominating Twitch streaming in 2024, with League of Legends taking the crown. However, the data also highlights the enduring popularity of retro titles and enduring classics within the streaming community. CSDB.gg analyzed data from the past 12Read More →
Remember hand-drawn video game maps? Video Game Maps: SNES Volume 2 celebrates this lost art with full-color spreads of 65 classic SNES games like Zelda and Harvest Moon. Drawing from vintage sources, the book includes commentary from artists and game industry figures. Pre-order now for a late spring release! WhatRead More →
For years, whispers have echoed among collectors: “Have you seen Rendering Ranger: R²?” This Super Famicom title, released in 1995, wasn’t just rare; it was legendary, often cited as the most expensive SNES game. Its blend of technical prowess and demanding gameplay cemented its place in retro gaming history. Now,Read More →
