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Toy Story: Retro Roundup, Toy Story 3 Complete Edition announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Atari and Digital Eclipse have announced Toy Story: Retro Roundup and Toy Story 3 Complete Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, launching October 15, 2026. Toy Story: Retro Roundup is a collection of classic games including Toy Story, Toy Story 2, Buzz Lightyear of Star Command, Toy Story Racer, and A Bug's Life. Toy Story 3 Complete Edition is a modern remaster of the 2010 game with enhanced visuals and previously exclusive content.
All the Best Toy Story Games Are Coming Back with Retro Revivals on PS5
Digital Eclipse is releasing compilations of classic Toy Story games, including "Toy Story: Retro Roundup!" and a remaster of "Toy Story 3," for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 on October 15, 2026. The physical PS5 version will be a double pack of both collections, coinciding with the upcoming "Toy Story 5" movie.
Where Can I Sell My Old Video Games for the Most Money?
This guide compares four platforms for selling used video games: DKOldies, The Old School Game Vault, Retro Games Plus, and GameFlip. It analyzes their pricing, payout methods (cash vs. store credit), and processes to help sellers maximize their earnings. The article highlights that direct buyers offer faster cash for bulk collections, while marketplaces like GameFlip can yield higher returns for individual high-value items but require more effort.
Build Your Own Game Boy Colour at Four Quarters: A Hands-On Retro Gaming Workshop Comes to London
A new hands-on retro gaming workshop is coming to Four Quarters Elephant Park in London, allowing attendees to build their own customized Game Boy Color. Hosted by Fabio Davide of Millennial Dad, the event focuses on tactile creation and reconnecting with physical hardware, offering a unique night out for retro gaming fans and makers.
HOT NEWS as Ghosts'n Goblins has arrived as a Commodore Amiga AGA edition via JOTD!
JOTD has released an AGA edition of the classic game Ghosts'n Goblins for the Commodore Amiga, specifically targeting the Amiga 1200 and above. This enhanced version features 64 colors, improved graphics, and new music, aiming for exact arcade gameplay. A CD32 version with audio tracks is also available.
Mina the Hollower Review
Mina the Hollower is a retro-style action-adventure game from Yacht Club Games that blends classic 8-bit aesthetics with Zelda-like exploration and combat. While it offers engaging gameplay and a detailed world, the review notes some frustrating design choices, including punishing difficulty spikes, inconvenient weapon switching, and a lack of a detailed in-game map that can hinder progression.
A Deep Dive Into The Longing For Modern Nostalgia in Gaming – Why Retro-Inspired Works!
This article explores the phenomenon of modern nostalgia in gaming, arguing that retro-inspired games offer a unique form of escapism by harkening back to simpler times and human connections. The author discusses how these games, with their often crude graphics and straightforward gameplay, provide a refreshing alternative to the complexity and corporate control of the modern internet and gaming landscape. The piece also touches on community feedback from platforms like Reddit and Facebook, highlighting player preferences for pick-up-and-play experiences and creative innovation often found in indie titles.
Tharkys The Knight - An ULTIMATE PLAY THE GAME inspired ZX Spectrum release by Jay-Droid133
Tharkys the Knight, a new ZX Spectrum game inspired by Ultimate Play The Game titles like Sabre Wulf and Atic Atac, has been released. The game features AI-generated elements, survival mechanics including health and hunger management, and a linear progression system with navigational tools.
OuT.Rex - An Outrun Dinosaur Game mash up for the Commodore Amiga by Fourseasons
Fourseasons has released Out.Rex, a new homebrew game for the Commodore Amiga, developed using AMOS BASIC. The game is a mashup of Google's Chrome Dino game and SEGA's OutRun, featuring the Tyrannosaurus Rex driving a sports car along a seaside highway. It includes both ASCII and 16-bit bitmap versions with a reinterpretation of the OutRun soundtrack.
International Amiga Day - The day has come to celebrate the Amiga!
International Amiga Day is celebrated on May 31st to honor over 30 years of the Commodore Amiga. The retro gaming community is encouraged to participate by using Amiga hardware, playing games, and preserving the system. The day also serves to celebrate the legacy of Dragon Gyorgy, the original inspiration for the event.
Geo's Adventures Prologue - An Amiga project started in 1998/99 finally makes an appearance!
GWI has released Geo's Adventures Prologue for the Commodore Amiga, a project started in 1998/99 that has been nearly three decades in the making. The prologue was built on authentic retro hardware using the original Backbone engine, while the full trilogy will utilize the modern Scorpion Engine for PC and emulators. The first episode of the Geo's Adventures trilogy is anticipated for early 2027.
Review: Quartet (Nintendo Switch)
Quartet is a retro-inspired JRPG for the Nintendo Switch that features four converging storylines and turn-based combat. Developed by Something Classic Games LLC, the game offers over 20 hours of gameplay with a user-friendly battle system and a charming pixel art style reminiscent of 16-bit era titles. It is priced at US$19.99 on the eShop.
California Extreme 2026 Date and Location Announced
California Extreme has announced that its 2026 arcade and pinball show will take place at the Santa Clara Convention Center and the Hyatt Regency from August 8th to August 9th. The event will feature over 500 classic arcade games and pinball machines, along with panels, live music, and vendors selling retro games and memorabilia.
81-year-old dev finally finishes and releases "abandoned" puzzle game after hearing there's "big…
After 37 years, 81-year-old developer Colin Porch has released "Return to Blacktooth," a sequel to the puzzle game "Head Over Heels." Inspired by the demand for retro games, Porch revived the project, which was originally shelved due to market shifts in the late 1980s. The game is now available for Atari ST and Commodore Amiga.
Murder Meet Cute Is an Interactive Fiction Murder Mystery with Simulated 90s OS Systems
Murder Meet Cute is an upcoming interactive fiction murder mystery game developed and published by Kitico, LABORARE, and Crybaby Studios. The game features simulated 90s operating systems like Windows 95 and DOS, alongside dark comedy and horror elements. A new trailer will be released at the Horror Game Awards showcase on June 1st, 2026, and the game is slated for a PC release via Steam later this year.
It’s Swine Time! Blasts from the Past Demands You Move Fast, Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted Arrives in The West Courtesy of Clear River Games!
Clear River Games and City Connection announced that Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted will be released in the West on October 1, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. This bundle features two classic CAVE bullet-hell shooters with refined gameplay and new mechanics.
Anbernic claims quiet memory size downgrade in its retro handheld devices is 'an unexpected error' without addressing criticisms over speed decreases
Anbernic is facing accusations of quietly downgrading the memory size and type in its retro handheld devices, specifically the RG 34XXSP. While the company has acknowledged an "unexpected error" regarding memory capacity and offered replacements, it has not directly addressed claims of switching from LPDDR4 to LPDDR3 memory. This alleged downgrade has led to criticism over reduced performance and a worse product being offered at the same price.
Mina the Hollower Review – Don’t Dig Straight Down
Mina the Hollower is a retro-inspired action-adventure game from Yacht Club Games that blends classic mechanics with modern design, though it can be unforgiving at times. The game features a charming 8-bit aesthetic, intriguing narrative, and varied environments, but suffers from some tedious level design and an awkward healing system. Despite its flaws, the game offers satisfying combat and exploration, making it a compelling experience for fans of the genre.
Gobliiins Collection Is Out Now, and It's One of the Most Robust Retro Packages on PS5
The Gobliiins Collection, a compilation of the first five games in the classic point-and-click adventure series, is now available on PlayStation 5. This robust retro package includes humorous stories, bonus content like 3D models of original PC game boxes, an exclusive video interview with co-creator Pierre Gilhodes, and multiple versions of the first three titles.
If You Hate Yourself, You Can Soon Play This N64 Game On Switch And Switch 2
Donkey Kong 64 is set to be released on the Nintendo Switch Online service's Nintendo 64 app on June 4. The game, originally released for the Nintendo 64, features Donkey Kong and his companions on an adventure to stop King K. Rool. Despite its initial praise for 3D platforming, the game has since been criticized for tedious tasks and difficult minigames.