A clever new Kickstarter project called ArcadeBoy is live, promising to transform an original Nintendo Game Boy (DMG-01) into a fully playable tabletop arcade cabinet without soldering or permanent mods. Instead of emulation, the actual Game Boy hardware drives the system, with a custom board capturing its video and controlRead More →
Wow. This is one of those projects that immediately raises the question: why would anyone do this? A YouTuber has built an enormous LEGO-style Game Boy, complete with a full-size screen, oversized buttons, and just enough engineering madness to make it genuinely interesting rather than just daft. It’s a bitRead More →
It was only a matter of time. I remember covering the launch of the official LEGO Game Boy and my first thought was, “How long until someone makes it playable?” Well, the modding community didn’t disappoint. One project — which slotted real Game Boy hardware inside the plastic shell —Read More →
If you’re tired of vanilla kart racers that stick to just… racing, then get ready to inject some pure, unadulterated 90s chaos back into your life. QUByte Interactive has announced that the cult classic Street Racer Collection (QUByte Classics) is heading to PC via Steam, bringing a pioneering mix ofRead More →
This is absolutely brilliant news for anyone who loves the distinct challenge and aesthetic of classic handheld gaming. TigerChainsaw Studios has announced that the Kickstarter campaign for Maiden of the Dark—a brand new action-platformer designed for the original Game Boy—is launching soon! This project is a must-watch for retro fans,Read More →
It really was just a matter of time before the LEGO Game Boy was capable of actually playing genuine Game Boy titles, wasn’t it? I was pretty excited to read about the arrival of the LEGO Game Boy when it was announced earlier this year. While not a fan ofRead More →
It’s time for another edition of the Gaming Retro podcast! This is our weekly look at the top retro gaming news from the past 7 days, compressed into a digestible 30-minute download and hosted by site editor, Christian Cawley. This week’s show looks at the latest top retro gaming releasesRead More →
A brand new open-source FPGA recreation of the Nintendo Game Boy, GBC, and GBA is currently looking for funding on Crowd Supply. Game Boy style handhelds are ten-a-penny these days. If it’s not a reconditioned and seriously souped-up Game Boy, it’s an emulation unit, or a DIY Game Boy withRead More →
Good news for owners of the Game Boy series of Nintendo consoles, as D*Fuzed, a new title with real voice acting, is now available to play! True fact: back in the day, I never owned a Nintendo Game Boy. While I quite liked the idea of the GBA a fewRead More →
