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LEGO Releasing SEGA Genesis Console June 1
SEGA and LEGO have collaborated to release a detailed 479-piece LEGO model of the SEGA Genesis console, available starting June 1 for $39.99. The set allows builders to customize it as either the SEGA Genesis or SEGA Mega Drive version and includes detachable controllers. This collaboration aims to merge SEGA's gaming heritage with LEGO's creative play.
SEGA announces LEGO Mega Drive
SEGA and LEGO have announced a new building set inspired by the SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive console. The 479-piece model will be available for purchase on June 1, 2026, for $39.99 and allows builders to customize it into either the SEGA Genesis or SEGA Mega Drive version.
Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum are getting Nintendo style handhelds this year
Retro Games Ltd, in partnership with Blaze Entertainment, is releasing new handheld versions of the Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum in October. Each handheld will come pre-loaded with 25 classic games and feature a 4.3-inch IPS screen, priced at £109.99.
WE SMASHED IT!! Total pageviews 100 million on IndieRetroNews!
IndieRetroNews has surpassed 100 million pageviews, a significant milestone for an indie and retro gaming focused website. The site attributes its success to its readers, Patreon supporters, and Twitch and YouTube content creators, highlighting its global reach with readers from numerous countries.
Barbarian - HOT NEWS as Barbarian: The Ultimate Warrior" arrives on the Atari XL/XE
Team Vega has released a new port of the 1980s fighting game Barbarian: The Ultimate Warrior specifically for the Atari XL and XE line of computers. This version features updated graphics from the Amstrad CPC, digitized voice samples from the Amiga, and optimized code inspired by the BBC Micro port. The game requires 64KB of RAM and tasks players with defeating eight opponents before facing a final boss.
Mundialito 2 - Love Football/Soccer then check out this upcoming Commodore Amiga game by Acneproduction
Acneproduction is developing Mundialito 2, a new football/soccer game for the Commodore Amiga, specifically targeting the Amiga 1200. The game will feature 32 international teams and two modes: Classic and Arcade with power-ups. It is being developed entirely in BASIC and will be playable via ADF images.
GOG bring Polish history to the Preservation Program along with a big sale
GOG has expanded its Preservation Program by adding several classic Polish games, including multiple versions of Robbo, Electro Man, Heartlight, Citadel Remonstered, and the MaSzyna train simulator. Most of these titles are available for free, with Robbo Millennium being a paid purchase. A Polish-themed sale and a video interview are also featured.
World Heroes Perfect PC Release Adds Rollback Netcode and New Features
SNK and Code Mystics have announced a PC release of the 1995 fighting game World Heroes Perfect via Steam. This new version will feature rollback netcode, nine-player lobbies, a practice mode with hitbox display, and a full roster of 19 playable characters, including hidden ones. Additional features include a gallery mode and achievements, though a release date has not yet been announced.
Game History and Preservation
The creators of the Evercade retro gaming console are developing handheld versions of the ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64. This initiative highlights ongoing efforts in game preservation for classic computer systems.
Professional Content Creator RectWizard Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of Honor
Professional Content Creator RectWizard has been announced as a Guest of Honor for the Fire & Ice RGX 2026 gaming event. The event will feature various industry talent, including voice actors, musicians, and content creators, and will take place from June 20 to June 21 in Roseville, CA. The article also briefly mentions recent updates and releases for Grand Theft Auto Online, Chaos Zero Nightmare, skate., Steam to Electric, Mullet Madjack, and Truck-kun is Supporting Me from Another World?!
Two computer giants of the 80s - the Spectrum and C64 - are being turned into pocket-sized handhelds by the makers of Evercade
Blaze Entertainment, through its Hyper Mega Tech division, is releasing handheld versions of the classic 1980s computers ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64 in October. Both devices, named The Spectrum Handheld and The C64 Handheld, feature a 4.3-inch screen, built-in controls, and come pre-loaded with 25 games each. They are priced at £109.99, with limited edition versions available for £129.99.
Commodore 64 THEC64 and The Spectrum Handhelds Arrive in 2026
Blaze Entertainment announced new handheld gaming devices, THEC64 and The Spectrum, inspired by the classic Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum computers. These clamshell-style handhelds will launch in October 2026, each pre-loaded with 25 games, and will be available in standard and collector's editions.
Mega Cat Studios Collection 3 Brings 10 Modern-Retro Classics to Evercade Today
Mega Cat Studios Collection 3, featuring 10 modern-retro titles, has been released for the Evercade and HyperMegaTech! Super Pocket devices. The collection includes a variety of genres and is available for $29.99 through major retailers. Mega Cat Studios is known for its detailed game development, while Blaze Entertainment creates the Evercade retro gaming console.
The Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum Are Getting Retro Clamshell Handheld Comebacks
HyperMegaTech!, a brand of Blaze Entertainment, has announced two new retro-inspired handheld consoles: THEC64 Mini and The Spectrum Handheld. These devices feature clamshell designs reminiscent of the Nintendo 3DS and come pre-loaded with 25 games each, with expandable storage via microSD. Both consoles are priced at $129.99 and are available for pre-order, with collector's editions limited to 2000 units each.
Sample the Saturn Strategy Sensation as Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute Comes to Console Courtesy of Clear River Games
Clear River Games, in partnership with City Connection and Omiya Soft, announced that Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute will be released in the West for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This enhanced version of the 1997 SEGA Saturn classic features English subtitles and quality-of-life improvements, including a rewind function and quick save/load. The game is a digital board game with deck-building mechanics and will be available in both digital and physical formats.
The C64 and ZX Spectrum are back as 3DS-style handhelds
Blaze and Retro Games Ltd are releasing new handheld consoles, THE64 Handheld and THE SPECTRUM Handheld, which resemble the Nintendo 3DS and are based on the Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum microcomputers. These devices feature 4.3-inch screens, 25 built-in games, and micro SD card slots, with collector's editions also available. Both are set to launch in October.
Alien Strike will also be available in arcades
Alien Strike: Blasting the Intruders is set to launch on Steam on May 7, 2026, with plans for future releases on Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Xbox Series S/X, and PlayStation 4/5. Notably, the game will also be available in arcades, featuring a custom-built three-player cabinet designed by developer Combo Game Studio. The studio, founded with a focus on arcade machine development, aims to blend retro gameplay with modern visuals and technology.
Mega Man My Play Watch Announced with Mega Man 2 Gameplay Modes and Smart Features
Capcom announced Mega Man: My Play Watch, a digital gaming watch launching June 16, 2026, for $79.99. It features a simplified version of Mega Man 2 with three modes: Classic, Arcade, and Play Time. The watch also includes basic offline smartwatch features like step and heart rate tracking.
Sunsoft announces Route-16R, Route-16 Collection for Nintendo Switch
Sunsoft has announced Route-16R and Route-16 Collection for the Nintendo Switch, both slated for release on August 6, 2026. Route-16R is a new entry in the classic series featuring modernized visuals, a new combat system, customization options, boss battles, and the series' first multiplayer mode. Route-16 Collection will include the original Route-16 and Route-16 Turbo.
Return to Blacktooth - Spiritual successor to ‘80s classic Head Over Heels is coming May 4th for both Amiga and Atari ST!
Return to Blacktooth, a spiritual successor to the 1987 isometric adventure game Head Over Heels, is set to release on May 4th for the Amiga and Atari ST platforms. The game features over 300 rooms, new puzzles, and a soundtrack by Jochen Feldkoetter, aiming to recapture the magic of classic 80s arcade adventures.
