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The Best Retro Handhelds Under $100: Anbernic vs. Miyoo vs. Powkiddy (2026) | TAG
This guide compares the best retro handheld gaming devices available for under $100, focusing on brands like Anbernic, Miyoo, and Powkiddy. It highlights the Miyoo Mini Plus as the overall best for its pocketability and OnionOS software, the Anbernic RG35XX H for analog stick users, the TrimUI Smart Pro S for PSP emulation, and the Anbernic RG CubeXX for its unique square screen ideal for Game Boy games. The article also explains emulation basics, the importance of custom firmware, and the legalities surrounding ROMs.
New book dedicated to the first generation of Pokémon on Kickstarter now, into its final week!
Ninty Media has launched a Kickstarter campaign for POKEBOOK The Unofficial Companion: Generation 1, a book celebrating the first generation of Pokémon games. The project, which has already surpassed its funding goal, will cover the history of the original 151 Pokémon, including games like Red, Blue, Yellow, Stadium, and Snap, across platforms such as Game Boy and Nintendo 64. The book features contributions from various writers and artists and is expected to launch in late August 2026.
Top 10 Best-Selling Video Games Of All Time, Including New Heights For Mario Kart 8
This list ranks the top 10 best-selling paid video games of all time, excluding free-to-play titles. Sales figures include pack-in games, with Tetris leading at over 520 million units sold, followed by Minecraft at 300 million and Grand Theft Auto V at over 225 million. The ranking also highlights significant sales for games like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Wii Sports, and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
Final 24 hours of the campaign!
JanduSoft and Last Chicken Games' Kickstarter campaign for Jett Rider Mini H.E.R.O., a Game Boy-style retro adventure, has surpassed its initial funding goal, raising over €24,000 with 24 hours remaining. The campaign offers digital and limited boxed editions of the game, which will only be available through this crowdfunding effort.
The 10 best RPGs for kids if you're looking for family-friendly gaming sessions
This guide highlights ten role-playing games suitable for children, focusing on family-friendly experiences. The selection includes titles like Monster Hunter Stories 3, Costume Quest 2, and Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu/Eevee, emphasizing accessible gameplay and engaging narratives for younger players across various modern platforms.
More than 400 backers have already supported the Kickstarter campaign!
A Kickstarter campaign has launched to fund the physical production of a new retro adventure game for the Nintendo Game Boy, featuring the 'Space Sweeper' character. The campaign, which has already surpassed 400 backers, aims to raise €5,000 over 15 days and offers digital and limited boxed editions.
Rugrats: Retro Rewind Is Bringing PS1, N64, and Game Boy-Era Titles to Consoles
Limited Run Games has announced Rugrats: Retro Rewind, a compilation of six classic Rugrats titles from the PlayStation, Nintendo 64, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance eras. The collection will be released digitally and physically on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 on May 15, 2026, with physical pre-orders opening May 1st. The compilation includes modern features like screen filters, a save anywhere option, and a music player.
Diapers, Danger & Dinosaurs: Rugrats Return to Modern Consoles in Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection
Limited Run Games announced Rugrats: Retro Rewind, a collection of six classic Rugrats titles, will be released physically and digitally for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Physical pre-orders begin May 1, 2026, with digital copies available May 15, 2026. The collection features quality-of-life updates and two physical edition options.
PS1 Classic Rugrats: Search for Reptar Returns on PS5, with 5 Other Games
Limited Run Games is releasing Rugrats: Retro Rewind on May 15th for PlayStation 5, featuring six classic Rugrats titles including the PlayStation 1's Rugrats: Search for Reptar. The compilation includes quality-of-life improvements such as save states and rewind functionality. Both standard and deluxe physical editions will be available for pre-order.
Rugrats Retro Rewind Collection Launches May 15 with Classic Games and Features
Limited Run Games announced the Rugrats: Retro Rewind collection, launching digitally for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on May 15, 2026. The package includes six classic Rugrats titles originally released on PlayStation and Game Boy platforms, along with modern features like rewind and save-anywhere support.
3 Beloved PS1 Games & More Coming to PS5 Soon
Limited Run Games is releasing the Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection, a compilation of six classic Rugrats titles, for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. The collection will feature quality-of-life updates including customizable screen filters, save on the fly, and rewind functionality. Physical pre-orders begin May 1, 2026, with digital versions available on May 15.
Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection Will Bring PS1, N64, & GB Favourites To Switch This May
Limited Run Games has announced the Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection for Nintendo Switch, launching digitally on May 15th. This collection will feature six classic Rugrats titles from the PlayStation, Nintendo 64, Game Boy, and Game Boy Advance eras, including quality-of-life improvements. Physical editions are available for pre-order from May 1st to May 31st.
Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection Will Bring PS1, N64, & GB Favourites To Switch This May
Limited Run Games is releasing the Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection digitally on the Nintendo Switch eShop on May 22, 2026, with physical versions available for pre-order throughout May. This collection bundles six classic Rugrats titles originally released on PlayStation, Nintendo 64, Game Boy, and Game Boy Advance, featuring quality-of-life improvements.
Rugrats: Retro Rewind revealed for Nintendo Switch
Limited Run Games has revealed Rugrats: Retro Rewind for the Nintendo Switch, a collection featuring six classic Rugrats titles. The compilation will include quality-of-life features such as screen filters, save states, and a rewind function. Both digital and physical editions will be available, with pre-orders opening on May 1, 2026.
Konami Code 40th Anniversary Projects & Merchandise Revealed
Konami Digital Entertainment is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Konami Code, which first appeared in Gradius on the Family Computer on April 25, 1986. To commemorate the event, the company has released original soundtracks from several Gradius and Nemesis titles for digital purchase and streaming, partnered with manga artist Shota Hattori for two short manga pages, and collaborated with Amazon for exclusive T-shirts in Japan.
Don't miss The Third Shift, a Game Boy horror museum that cleverly entangles Resident Evil-style CCTV perspectives with point-and-click investigation
The Third Shift is a new Game Boy horror game that blends Resident Evil-style CCTV perspectives with point-and-click investigation. Players take on the role of a security guard at a museum with a dark history, navigating exhibits and uncovering secrets while being surveilled. The game cleverly uses multiple perspectives and fixed camera angles to create a unique and unsettling experience.
Kickstarter campaign goes live today!
JanduSoft and Last Chicken Games have launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the physical production of a retro spin-off for the classic Nintendo Game Boy, set in the universe of Jett Rider. The campaign aims to raise €5,000 over 15 days, offering digital and limited boxed editions of the 8-bit adventure.
Pokémon Collector Scores the Ultimate Victory: Every Mainline Game Complete
A dedicated Reddit user, vaderfan1, has completed their collection of every mainline Pokémon game, starting with Pokémon Red and Blue on the Game Boy. This achievement, spanning decades, highlights the growing trend of adult gamers completing childhood collections and the enduring appeal of game collecting and nostalgia.
Pokemon Red & Green Players Bring Back Cable Link Multiplayer Magic
A Reddit post highlighting friends playing Pokemon Red and Green with a Game Boy cable link has sparked discussion about the magic of retro multiplayer gaming. While modern conveniences offer advantages, the physical connection of the cable link fostered unique social rituals and community building that many find irreplaceable.
Feature: A Look Back At Every Game Nintendo Life Scored 10/10 Over 20 Years
Nintendo Life looks back at the 69 games it has awarded a perfect 10/10 score over its 20-year history. The article details the criteria for a perfect score, emphasizing games that raise genre bars and push industry boundaries, and lists titles from Mega Man 2 to New Super Mario Bros. Wii.
