Retro Gaming
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Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection Physical Copies Selling Out in Japan, Restocks Planned for Late April
Physical copies of Mega Man Star Force: Legacy Collection are selling out in Japan due to high demand, with restocks planned for late April. Capcom advises purchasing the digital version for immediate access. The collection features the Star Force trilogy, originally released on Nintendo DS, combining RPG mechanics with action combat and card systems, and includes restored online functionality.
Retro Survival Horror Title Ground Zero Launching April 16
The retro survival horror game Ground Zero, developed by Malformation Games and Kwalee, is set to launch on April 16 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game features fixed cameras, pre-rendered backgrounds, puzzles, and optional tank controls, aiming to capture the nostalgia of classic survival horror titles.
Evercade Nexus is their biggest retro handheld yet
Evercade has announced the Evercade Nexus, their largest retro handheld console to date, set to release in October 2026. The new device features dual analog sticks and includes optimized versions of Banjo Kazooie and Banjo-Tooie with performance improvements and new content. Pre-orders are now open for the handheld, priced at $199.99, with a special N64-themed version already sold out.
Retro Survival Horror-Inspired 'Ground Zero' Launches Later This Month; New Trailer Streaming Now
Publisher Kwalee and developer Malformation Games announced that Ground Zero, a retro-inspired survival horror title, will launch on April 16, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The game is set in a post-meteor impact Busan and features fixed camera angles, puzzle elements, and a mix of firearms and melee combat against mutated creatures.
Renegade Reborn - Retro Brawling Returns: "Renegade Reborn" Heading to the Amstrad CPC!
Renegade Reborn, a new beat 'em up inspired by the 1980s arcade original, is heading to the Amstrad CPC. The game features 6 levels, boss battles, and a graphical style consistent with the developer's previous work. It will be available in 64 KB and 128 KB versions, with a release date yet to be announced.
Review: Living Dead House (Nintendo Switch)
Living Dead House is a retro action game for the Nintendo Switch that emulates the feel of an '80s arcade machine. Players must survive waves of zombies in a house until dawn, utilizing limited weapons and environmental elements. While the gameplay can become repetitive, it offers fun in short bursts and includes features like local co-op and visual filters.
No, this thumb-sized NES controller isn't an April Fools gag, and I'm staggered by how accurate it feels
The IINE Gamebrick Mini is a surprisingly functional, thumb-sized NES controller that accurately replicates the feel of the original despite being only 20% of the size. It features an authentic NES-style d-pad and buttons, and can connect via Bluetooth to play NES and Game Boy games on various platforms, including PC and Android. The controller also includes multimedia and keyboard/mouse modes, offering versatile functionality beyond its novelty.
Retro Survival Horror Ground Zero Launches on PC & Consoles This April
Kwalee and Malformation Games announced that their retro-inspired survival horror title, Ground Zero, will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on April 16, 2026. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic South Korea following a devastating meteor impact and features classic survival horror elements.
This upcoming retro handheld looks like the PSP successor I've been waiting for
Evercade has announced its next handheld device, the Evercade Nexus. The device is being positioned as a successor to the PlayStation Portable (PSP) and aims to capture the retro gaming market.
Let’s Get Physical! Cute ‘Em Up Future Feline Hit, Astro Burn, Will Go Back in Time with a Physical Collectors Edition for PC and Mac!
Beyond The Pixels is launching a physical Collector's Edition for their debut title, Astro Burn, a modern retro cute 'em up. The edition, available via Kickstarter, includes a USB cartridge for PC and Mac, a retro game box, collectible cards, and a cassette of the soundtrack. Astro Burn is inspired by 16-bit classics and features fast-paced shoot-em-up action with a feline protagonist.
New Evercade Nexus Gaming Handheld Launches in October
Blaze Entertainment has announced the new Evercade Nexus handheld gaming device, set to launch in October 2026. It will be available in a standard edition for $199.99, which includes the Banjo-Kazooie Double Pack, and a limited 64 Edition bundle for $229.99. The Nexus features a 5.89-inch IPS screen, supports local multiplayer via EverSync, and is compatible with all existing Evercade cartridges.
Evercade unveils its next-gen retro gaming handheld Nexus, with analogue sticks and Banjo-Kazooie 1&2 bundled in
Evercade has unveiled the Evercade Nexus, its next-generation retro gaming handheld, set to launch in October 2026. This new device features analogue sticks, a larger 5.98-inch IPS screen, and wireless multiplayer capabilities. The standard edition includes a cartridge with Banjo-Kazooie and Banjo-Tooie, while a limited 64 Edition offers cosmetic enhancements and additional accessories.
Evercade Nexus handheld console announced by Blaze Entertainment with included BANJO-KAZOOIE Double Pack cartridge - It's the Biggest Evercade Yet!
Blaze Entertainment has announced the Evercade Nexus, a new retro gaming handheld featuring a 5.89-inch screen, dual analog sticks, and wireless multiplayer capabilities. The console launches in October 2026 for $199.99 and includes the Banjo-Kazooie Double Pack cartridge featuring Banjo-Kazooie and Banjo-Tooie. A limited edition Nexus 64 Edition is also available for pre-order.
Evercade unveils new Nexus line of retro handhelds ready for pre-order from the start of April
Blaze Entertainment has unveiled the Evercade Nexus, a new retro handheld console set to launch in October 2026 with pre-orders beginning April 1. The device features dual analog sticks, a larger 5.89-inch display, and introduces EverSync for local multiplayer. It will launch with Banjo-Kazooie and Banjo-Tooie optimized for the hardware.
"Best-in-class emulation from over five decades of gaming" - The Evercade Nexus is a brand new cartridge-based handheld with thumbsticks, local multiplayer support, and a bonus N64 Banjo-Kazooie collection
Blaze has announced the Evercade Nexus, a new cartridge-based retro handheld featuring dual analogue sticks, a 5.89-inch screen, and local multiplayer support. It will launch in October for $199.99 and includes Banjo-Kazooie and Banjo-Tooie. The device aims to offer a modern handheld experience for emulation fans, with a special limited "64 Edition" also planned.
Axis - Escape the Aliens in this new C64 port from AnyStone Games
AnyStone Games has released Axis, a new Commodore 64 port of Zsolt Bertók's original Videoton TV Computer game. This "escape" title requires players to navigate 10 sectors, collect key cards, and avoid faster aliens to reach the exit, with no combat mechanics involved. The game was developed using the TRSE tool, and the developer is considering an Amiga version.
The Maze of Demons awaits you in the Pampas & Selene Physical Edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, releasing this Summer
Unepic Games and Tesura Games have announced the physical release of Pampas & Selene: The Maze of Demons for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. The retro-inspired metroidvania title, featuring co-op gameplay, will be available in Standard and Collector's Editions in Summer 2026.
Evercade Nexus Handheld Announced, Includes Enhanced Banjo-Kazooie Games
Blaze Entertainment has announced the Evercade Nexus, a new handheld gaming device succeeding the Evercade EXP-R. Priced at $200, it features a larger screen, dual analog sticks, wireless headphone support, and EverSync for local multiplayer. The bundle includes a Banjo-Kazooie Double Pack cartridge, and the device is backward compatible with over 80 existing Evercade cartridges.
City Hunter (Remastered Edition) review: Everything Old is New Again [SideQuesting]
City Hunter is a good attempt to preserve a piece of PC Engine and anime history, offering fans of the series and retro gamers an enjoyable action-adventure experience with light puzzles and combat. The game is short, easy to understand, and serves as a great example of late 1990s PC Engine game design.
Review: Marvel MaXimum Collection (PS5) - A Retro Comic Book Beat-'Em-Up Bonanza
Marvel MaXimum Collection is a retro compilation featuring several comic book beat-'em-up titles, headlined by Konami's excellent X-Men: The Arcade Game. While not every game is a standout, the collection offers a compelling mix of superhero brawlers with excellent quality-of-life features like rollback netcode, rewind, and save states.
