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Atari and Twin Galaxies announce Atari World Championships
Atari has partnered with Twin Galaxies to launch the Atari World Championships, an online tournament featuring five classic Atari titles. The competition will culminate in live, in-person Grand Finals, with Twin Galaxies managing the online portion using its adjudication process. Atari CEO Wade Rosen expressed excitement for celebrating competition with existing and new fans, while Twin Galaxies executive Zachary Rozga highlighted the event's aim to bring back the original retro spirit of competitive gaming.
I've finally found an upscaler for my PS2 that kicks jitters to the curb, and it's affordable compared to its…
This article discusses the challenges of upscaling interlaced graphics from the PlayStation 2 era on modern displays, highlighting the jittery visuals that result. It introduces the GBS-C (GBS Control) as an affordable open-source HDMI converter that utilizes motion-adaptive deinterlacing to significantly reduce this jitter, offering a superior experience compared to standard deinterlacing techniques.
Mega M.I.L.V. - Bullet hell Amiga shooter by GoldenCode gets new gameplay footage
Developer GoldenCode has released new gameplay footage for their Amiga shooter Mega M.I.L.V., showcasing a smooth two-player bullet hell experience on an Amiga 1200. The update highlights significant progress with bug fixes, optimizations, and nearing completion of the first level.
Nintendo added a bizarre "anti-brother romance failsafe" to NES Remix to stop Mario from getting too close…
Nintendo implemented an "anti-brother romance failsafe" in NES Remix, altering a scene between Mario and Luigi that would have otherwise displayed a heart graphic. This change, discovered by fans, appears to be a preemptive measure to prevent any perceived romantic implications between the brothers, even though the original scene was practically impossible to trigger in the game.
Nova squadron of Hope - An upcoming arcade shooter developed for the Amiga using AMOS Professional
DjPiotrs has announced NOVA: Squadron of Hope, an upcoming arcade shooter developed using AMOS Professional for the Amiga 500 and 1200, scheduled for release in November. The game features hand-drawn pixel art, fast-paced action, and will receive future updates including a campaign mode and new content. It aims to capture the spirit of early 1990s Amiga shooters like Project-X and R-Type.
Scanlines will help give your retro consoles a visual edge, but not all CRT effects are equal
This article discusses the effectiveness and nuances of scanline effects in retro gaming emulation. While scanlines can enhance definition and pixel separation on modern displays, they do not perfectly replicate the visual experience of original CRT televisions due to factors like shadow masks and aperture grilles. Modern hardware and software solutions offer more advanced CRT emulation, but the author emphasizes that understanding these underlying technologies is key to achieving desired retro visuals.
Bokosuka Wars Switch Review
This review of Bokosuka Wars for the Nintendo Switch describes the game as thirty years old and terrible, with few redeeming qualities. The author strongly suggests the game should have remained unreleased.
Acclaimed PS5 Shooter Out Today on PlayStation Store
The retro-inspired first-person shooter Cultic is now available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Originally released in 2022, the console version includes both chapters, 23 maps, and a Survival Mode for $19.98. The game draws inspiration from classic titles like Quake and Duke Nukem.
BACKROOMS ZX - This new ZX Spectrum game by AmikoES is rather decent
AmikoES has released a new ZX Spectrum game titled BACKROOMS ZX, which challenges players to survive the unsettling depths of the Backrooms. The game features both side-scrolling and top-down perspectives, offering Arcade and Exploration modes with elements like platforming, resource management, and combat.
Star Racer announced for Nintendo Switch
Whatnot Games has announced Star Racer, a retro-inspired combat racing game, is coming to Nintendo Switch. The game features high-speed races with combat elements, a track editor, and event races with changing rules. Legendary composer Grant Kirkhope is contributing music to the title.
New Lego Donkey Kong Set Is A Throwback To Before Mario Had A Name
Lego has unveiled a new 1,371-piece Donkey Kong arcade cabinet set, a nostalgic tribute to the 1981 arcade game that originally featured Mario as Jumpman. The set, priced at $200, includes buildable figures of Jumpman, Donkey Kong, and Lady, and a mechanism to circulate barrels. This release follows other Nintendo-themed Lego sets, including the Game Boy and various Pokemon kits.
ShackStream: The Adventures of Elliot on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 730
The Stevetendo Show continues its playthrough of Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, a game reminiscent of The Legend of Zelda. Tonight's stream will feature the exploration of the Age of Reconstruction and the use of newly acquired bombs to access caves. The show also teased upcoming streams including Splatoon Raiders, a Wario Land Retro Night, and a Shacker's Choice for Wednesday.
Moon Cresta - A faithful recreation of an Arcade classic for the Amiga via Johnny Acevedo(Amiten Games)
Amiten Games has released a faithful recreation of the arcade classic Moon Cresta for the Amiga, developed from scratch by Johnny Acevedo. This version aims for "arcade-perfect" 50 FPS gameplay on Amiga 1200 systems by utilizing AMAL and optimizing the programming loop. While the Amiga 500 currently runs at 25 FPS, the project is a tribute to the original Nichibutsu game and AMOS creator François Lionet.
Anbernic is making yet another GBA SP clone, and I'm glad it's ditching the sticks
Anbernic is releasing a new GBA SP-style handheld, the RG SP, which notably ditches the embedded thumbsticks of its predecessors for a more authentic retro experience. This new model is 10% slimmer than previous versions and features a 25% thinner top screen bezel. It will be powered by the H700 chipset, capable of emulating up to PlayStation 1 and Dreamcast, and will be available in multiple colors.
Scramble Arcade - An incredible conversion coded by Epy for the Commodore Plus/4
A new conversion of the arcade classic Scramble, titled Scramble Arcade, has been released for the Commodore Plus/4. Coded by Géza Eperjessy, the game is a faithful 1:1 recreation of the original, featuring high-resolution graphics, authentic sound, and controller compatibility. The project recently won second place in the GameDev competition at Arok Party 2026.
The Conveni is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Hamster announced that The Conveni, a 1997 simulation game about managing a convenience store, will be released on Nintendo Switch via the Console Archives series on July 23. The game, originally developed by Human, will be available digitally for $11.99 and features Japanese-only gameplay. The Console Archives series adds modern features like customizable controls and save states to classic titles.
R-Type 3 Dimensions (PC) Review – A Brutal Classic Reborn in 3D | Invision Game Community
R-Type 3 Dimensions on PC offers a faithful adaptation of the classic arcade shooter, bringing its brutal difficulty and pattern-based gameplay into a modern 3D presentation. While the visuals are updated, the core experience remains uncompromisingly challenging, demanding precision and repetition from players. This title is a direct homage to its roots, designed for those who appreciate old-school design and the satisfaction of mastering its unforgiving mechanics.
A new retro and gaming exhibition arrives next month at Kingston University
Kingston University is hosting a free retro and gaming exhibition from August 5th to 11th, featuring over 60 playable machines from the 1970s to the present day. The exhibition, organized by the Archive of Retro Computing at Kingston University (ARC@KU), will showcase classic titles and consoles like Sonic the Hedgehog, Pac-Man, Tomb Raider, ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, and Atari 2600. The event aims to celebrate and preserve video game history, making it accessible to the public.
Lemmings - An all time classic has arrived on the Pico-8 by Buzzard, and it's seriously good!
A demake of the classic game Lemmings has been released for the PICO-8 virtual machine and game engine by developer John Buise, also known as Buzzard. This non-commercial tribute features all 100 levels from the original NES release, with aesthetic inspiration drawn from the Amiga and SNES versions. The soundtrack was created by Eric Billingsley to emulate the NES score within the PICO-8's audio capabilities.
In the age of AI and layoffs, playing old games in 2026 is about more than nostalgia
In 2026, the author finds solace in playing older video games as a coping mechanism against the backdrop of AI advancements and widespread layoffs in the industry. This retreat into retro titles like Pokemon Leaf Green and Diablo 2 offers a sense of comfort and nostalgia, providing a temporary escape from the anxieties surrounding the current state of game development and corporate practices. Despite the industry's challenges, the author finds a glimmer of optimism in the progress made regarding representation, workplace conditions, and unionization.
