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Väderleken vänder – nu vankas spelhelg med gott samvete
Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, spanning various genres and titles. Plans include playing JRPGs like Cthulhu Saves The World and Mr Mosquito, exploring pirate adventures, engaging in stealth gameplay in Assassin's Creed Unity, diving into 4X strategy with Zephon, and returning to Cyberpunk 2077. Other mentions include Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, Splatoon, and the retro Amiga game Flood.
Digimon and Granblue join this week’s eShop roundup
This week's Nintendo eShop roundup features new releases like Digimon Story Time Stranger and Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The Nintendo Switch Online Classics library also expands with several Game Boy and Game Boy Advance titles, including Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3 and Dr. Mario & Puzzle League.
"This shouldn't work": Super Mario 64 now runs on the most expensive console of the '90s, and…
Developer Eyepatch Entertainment is creating a homebrew 3D engine for the Panasonic 3DO that utilizes Super Mario 64's decompiled assets. While not a direct port and facing significant limitations, the project demonstrates a recreation of iconic Super Mario 64 environments on the expensive 1990s console.
Retroid finally provides a closer look at its Pocket Nova handheld in action
Retroid has released new gameplay footage of its upcoming Pocket Nova retro handheld, showcasing its ability to run various classic games like F-Zero GX and God of War 2. The portable device features a 4:3 screen and is priced starting at $229, positioning it against competitors like the Anbernic RG Cube and Retroid's own Pocket 5.
And So It Begins! Go Back To Where It All Started as Renowned Classic Culdcept BEGINS Hits Digital Download on Nintendo® Switch™2 / Nintendo® Switch™ Today
Clear River Games and Neos Corporation announced that the cult classic Culdcept BEGINS is now available for digital download on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. This entry in the Culdcept series, a fusion of card and board game mechanics, marks the first new installment in a decade and features over 400 cards, single-player story mode, and online versus multiplayer.
Bye-bye family – GoldenEye-inspired Agent 64: Spies Never Die launches on PC in August
Agent 64: Spies Never Die, a retro first-person shooter inspired by GoldenEye 007, is set to launch on PC via Steam on August 11, 2026. Developed by solo creator Replicant D6, the game features a 14-mission campaign with open-ended objectives, cooperative play, and extensive multiplayer options for up to eight players. Console versions are also planned for a future release.
ShackStream: Wario Land on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 726
The Stevetendo Show is hosting a Retro Night episode featuring Wario Land, which was recently added to the Nintendo Switch Online library. The stream, scheduled for 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET, will also touch upon other retro titles and upcoming games. Viewers can tune in on the Shacknews Twitch channel.
Retro Spy Shooter Agent 64: Spies Never Die Puts Villains in its Crosshairs on PC Aug 11
Agent 64: Spies Never Die, a first-person shooter inspired by Nintendo 64-era games, will launch on PC via Steam on August 11, 2026. Developed by solo developer Replicant D6, the game features a 14-mission story campaign, local and online multiplayer modes, and over 70 nostalgic cheats. Console releases are planned for after the PC launch.
The Analogue 3D feature I've been waiting for slipped right under my nose, but I can finally start my N64 scrapbook
Analogue 3D has received update version 1.4.0, introducing a highly anticipated screenshotting feature that allows users to capture 4K images of Nintendo 64 games. This update enables players to freeze gameplay, apply various display modes and CRT filters, and export high-quality images to an SD card, offering a more authentic retro gaming visual experience.
A forgotten copy of Amberstar resurfaced after 34 years, complete with my handwritten notes
A copy of the 1992 RPG Amberstar for Amiga, originally sent to Amiga Action magazine editor Paul McNally for bug-testing and review, has resurfaced 34 years later. The copy, complete with McNally's handwritten notes, was discovered by a collector in Switzerland who reached out to McNally. The article also provides background on the developer Thalion Software, known for its ambitious 16-bit titles.
The last retro console I'd expect to run DOOM is the girly pop Casio Loopy, and yet, it can now run DOOM
Developer Throaty Mumbo has successfully ported the classic shooter DOOM to the Casio Loopy, a 1990s Japanese console primarily marketed towards girls. Using a custom 'Floopy Drive' and extensive audio modding, the port achieves a visual fidelity comparable to the Super Nintendo Entertainment System version, despite the Loopy lacking a dedicated co-processor.
The Best Android Gaming Handhelds – Updated!
This guide explores the best Android gaming handhelds available, focusing on specifications, capabilities, and the types of games they can run. Featured devices include the AYN Odin 3, GPD XP Plus, ABERNIC RG353P, Retroid Pocket 6, and Logitech G Cloud, catering to various needs from retro emulation to modern Android gaming.
Grab Your Lyre, ORPHEUS: TO HELL AND BACK Is Out Now on Steam
ORPHEUS: TO HELL AND BACK, a retro action-puzzle adventure game originally released as a Game Boy cartridge, has now launched on Steam for PC. Developed by Studio Loading and Kibou Entertainment, with animation by Alunite Inc., the game features music-based combat and an 80s chibi-anime aesthetic. It is available for $2.99 and includes English and Japanese language options.
Deathchase for the VIC-20 - A port of the classic Spectrum 3d forest chase game has arrived on the VIC-20
A port of the classic ZX Spectrum 3D forest chase game Deathchase has been released for the Commodore VIC-20, requiring an 8K RAM expansion. Developer Kweepa implemented a clever raster split technique to overcome the VIC-20's color limitations and optimized performance by using a custom lookup table for faster rendering. The port retains the core gameplay while leaving approximately 2K of memory free for community modifications.
Parking Garage Rally Circuit (Switch, PC)
Parking Garage Rally Circuit is a new racing game available on Nintendo Switch and PC that allows players to race through parking garages in various locations. The game features a retro aesthetic reminiscent of PlayStation 1 titles, with DLC planned to expand the playable areas to Europe.
Why GameCube games are so expensive (and why they're rarely sold at retro stores)
Nintendo GameCube games are notably expensive and rarely found in retro stores due to their elusiveness. This article delves into the reasons behind the high cost and scarcity of these vintage titles.
My greatest gaming experience was a 40-year-old game in VR - Reader's Feature
A reader shares their profound experience playing Tetris Effect in PlayStation VR, describing it as the greatest gaming experience they've ever had, surpassing even classics like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Despite initial console issues and a lost Meta Quest 2 library, the immersive VR version of Tetris Effect provided an unforgettable and near-perfect moment.
THE SECRET OF BARRON WOOD - A supernatural short story text adventure for multiple systems including Amiga, C64 and more!
Developer Alan Pemberton has released The Secret of Baron Wood, an atmospheric supernatural text adventure available on numerous classic 8-bit and 16-bit systems including Amiga, Commodore 64, and ZX Spectrum. The game is designed as a concise, single-sitting experience with logical puzzles, reminiscent of 1980s text adventures.
Digimon and Granblue Fantasy join this week’s eShop roundup
This week's Nintendo eShop update features new releases like Digimon Story Time Stranger and Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok, both available on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The update also includes classic Game Boy and Game Boy Advance titles on Nintendo Switch Online, along with various sales, activities, and music releases.
Last time PlayStation threatened to close PS3 and Vita digital stores, the players revolted: "As gamers and collectors this is a hard pill to swallow"
The potential closure of digital storefronts for PlayStation 3, PlayStation Portable, and PlayStation Vita has sparked concern among gamers and collectors. Experts note that this could significantly increase the value and scarcity of physical copies for many digital-only or hard-to-find titles. The discussion highlights the ongoing debate between digital convenience and the long-term accessibility and ownership provided by physical media.
