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G’AIM’E Lightgun Preview – Cutting-Edge Tech With Old-School Cool!
Tassei Denki's G'AIM'E Lightgun aims to bring classic arcade experiences like Time Crisis and Point Blank to modern televisions. Officially licensed by Bandai Namco, the plug-and-play device features automatic display detection and calibration for accuracy on LCDs and other modern screens. The G'AIM'E Lightgun also includes recoil and an optional foot pedal for an authentic retro feel.
You Can Score A Great Deal On 8BitDo's Pro 3 Controller Right Now
The 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Controller, compatible with Nintendo Switch, PC, and Android devices, is currently on sale at a significant discount as part of Amazon's Spring Sale. The controller, inspired by vintage consoles like the Super Nintendo and GameCube, features Hall Effect thumbsticks, swappable buttons, and programmable back paddles.
Get Set for a Super Hero-Sized Collection of Awesome!
Limited Run Games, in collaboration with Marvel Games and Konami Digital Entertainment, has launched the MARVEL MaXimum Collection for PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. This collection features six classic Marvel titles, including X-Men: The Arcade Game, Captain America and The Avengers, and Spider-Man/Venom: Maximum Carnage, with enhanced features like rewind and save states.
Curse of the Pharaoh - A classic-style action game set in a haunted ancient tomb for the C64 (new version)
Developer Ozak has released version 1.3 of Curse of the Pharaoh, a new classic-style action game for the Commodore 64. The game features 10 handcrafted levels set in a haunted ancient tomb, with five distinct monster and trap types, culminating in a boss battle. The release includes new gameplay footage and details about the game's development.
Tower and Dragon for the Commodore PET with only 8K (V4.0 Kickstarter Launched!)
The retro game 'Tower and Dragon' for the Commodore PET has launched a Kickstarter for version 4.0, exceeding its funding goal. The game is a classic dungeon crawler written in assembly language, designed to run on systems with only 8KB of RAM. The new version features an enhanced audio soundtrack using Shiru's BuzzKick engine.
Axis - Escape the Aliens in this new Amstrad CPC port from Geco
Developer Geco has released Axis, an escape the Aliens maze game, for the Amstrad CPC. Originally created by Zsolt Bertók (Bery) for the Videoton TV Computer, the game was ported to the Amstrad CPC using TRSE-generated ASM code. The port includes new features like flashing lights and a changing exit arrow, along with added Commodore +4 music, while removing some original sound effects due to hardware limitations.
Marvel Maximum Collection Review – Welcome To Die!
The Marvel Maximum Collection offers a nostalgic trip through classic Marvel arcade and console games, including X-Men: The Arcade Game and Spider-Man/Venom: Maximum Carnage. Developed by Konami and published by Limited Run Games, this package adds modern conveniences like saving and rewinding to the notoriously difficult titles, making them accessible on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Legendary fan translator is now officially helping bring back a mascot platformer that couldn't escape the…
The classic 1992 Amiga platformer Zool is being revived with assistance from fan translator Hilltop. Boutique publisher 33 Games and Umbra Dynamics are collaborating on a definitive physical release for the title. This new revival is separate from the previous Zool Redimensioned release.
Sumptuous Retro Shmup 'ZPF' Launches On Switch In Just A Few Weeks
The retro shoot 'em up ZPF, originally released for the Sega Mega Drive, is launching on the Nintendo Switch eShop on April 16, 2026. Publisher Mega Cat Studios confirmed the release date for the title developed by ZPF Team. The game features six levels, multiple characters, and a chiptune soundtrack.
The 3DFX Voodoo add-in card that revolutionised 3D PC gaming is getting an FPGA remake, and with the way things are going, I'd choose it over a next-gen Nvidia GPU
A new FPGA core called SpinalVoodoo is being developed to recreate the experience of the legendary 3DFX Voodoo graphics card, which revolutionized 3D PC gaming in the 1990s. Designed for the Terasic De-10 board, this project aims to bring classic PC games and even some arcade titles to modern hardware with authentic '90s graphics. The developer, Francisco Ayala Le Brun, is focusing on the Voodoo 1 model, offering a potential alternative to modern GPUs and a unique retro gaming experience.
The gray 8Bitdo N64 controller is a thing of beauty, but if you don't share my dorky passion for retro colors,…
The 8Bitdo N64 controller is praised for its authentic retro design, especially the gray color variant, and modern comfort. While the Bluetooth version offers versatile connectivity for PC, Switch, and Android, a new 2.4GHz version is available for exclusive use with the original Nintendo 64 console.
Console Archives TERRA CRESTA Launches March 26th
The retro game Terra Cresta is set to launch on March 26, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. This release marks the availability of the classic title on modern consoles.
GeForce NOW Adds Screamer, King’s Quest, and More to Streaming Library
Nvidia's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service has added five new titles to its library, including the racing game Screamer and the classic RPG King's Quest. The update also features the latest version of Honkai: Star Rail, along with BATTLETECH, Despot's Game, and Diablo II: Resurrected, with many of the additions being retro titles.
PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Star Wars Zero Company
PC Gamer's latest issue features an exclusive preview of Star Wars Zero Company, a new XCOM-style turn-based tactics game from developer Bit Reactor. The magazine also includes reviews for Resident Evil Requiem and other titles, a feature on PC gaming's best pubs, and previews for Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy.
Nutmeg is a love letter to retro football, teletext, and the humble fax machine
Nutmeg is a deckbuilder game that captures the nostalgic feel of retro football, incorporating elements like teletext and fax machines. The game aims to evoke a bygone era of the sport with its presentation and themes.
Serene Estates: The Last Guy is out now, bringing Y2K and PS2-Era Atmosphere Back to Life on PC.
Serene Estates: The Last Guy, an indie action-adventure game inspired by the Y2K and PlayStation 2 era, has been released on PC. Developed by Team Serene, the game features a dystopian underground megastructure and emphasizes atmosphere, environmental storytelling, and exploration over hand-holding.
10 best games on Nintendo Switch Online - from Zelda to EarthBound
Nintendo Switch Online has evolved into a compelling service offering a vast library of retro games. This guide highlights 10 must-play titles available through the subscription, spanning various Nintendo consoles like the Game Boy Advance, GameCube, and Nintendo 64, alongside classics such as Metroid: Zero Mission, F-Zero GX, and EarthBound.
Finally, a football card game that doesn't cost your soul
Nutmeg is a refreshing football card and management game that eschews microtransactions and corporate greed for a nostalgic 1980s aesthetic. While the core gameplay involves managing a team and strategically playing cards to influence match events, the article notes some frustration with card availability and a lack of deep strategic substance. Despite these concerns, the game's charming retro presentation and breezy pace make it an enjoyable experience for those seeking a glimpse into football management.
Arcade Archives 2 FINAL LAP Revives A Racing Classic
Arcade Archives 2 FINAL LAP, a revival of the 1987 NAMCO arcade racing game, has been released on Xbox Series X|S by HAMSTER Corporation. The game offers a pure, time-based arcade racing experience with modes like Time Attack, Original, Hi Score, and Caravan, preserving the original gameplay while adding modern conveniences for retro enthusiasts.
Jetpac - Langford Productions Launches High-Def PC Remake of Ultimate Classic
Langford Productions has released a comprehensive PC remake of the 1983 ZX Spectrum classic, Jetpac. This modern version retains the core gameplay of collecting rocket parts and valuables while battling aliens, but adds new features like HD graphics, a 'limitless colour' mode, and crossover enemies from other Ultimate Play The Game titles.
