Video Game Preservation
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Digital Eclipse and Atari Announce Companion Toy Story Titles: Toy Story: Retro Roundup! and Toy Story 3 Complete Edition
Digital Eclipse and Atari have announced two new Toy Story game releases for the franchise's 30th anniversary: Toy Story: Retro Roundup!, a collection of classic games, and Toy Story 3 Complete Edition, a remaster of the 2010 title. Both will be available digitally and physically on October 15, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch systems.
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.
Best Android 3DS Emulator In 2026
This guide explores the best Nintendo 3DS emulators available for Android devices in 2026, highlighting options like Lemuroid, RetroArch Plus (with its Citra core), Azahar Emulator, and 33DDSS. It notes that 3DS emulation is demanding on hardware and advises users to ensure their devices are capable of handling the performance requirements.
Review: Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection (Switch) - A Janky Compilation Carried By Nostalgia
Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection on Nintendo Switch compiles several older Rugrats titles, including platformers and mini-game collections, with modern emulation features like save states and rewind. While the 3D titles suffer from dated controls and camera issues, the 2D entries offer more competent gameplay. The collection is primarily carried by nostalgia, with its value diminishing for those without a prior connection to the games or the original show.
Metal Gear Solid 3 cutscenes have been busted for 15 years – but don't worry, the modder who noticed finally…
A modder named Afevis Solmunko is developing a fix for an issue in the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection where cutscene camera framing is approximately 10% higher than the original PlayStation 2 versions. This framing error has persisted since the 2011 HD Collection release and affects all cutscenes in Metal Gear Solid 3. The mod aims to restore the original intended camera perspective.
Nej, Mixtape kommer inte att försvinna på grund av musiklicenser
Developer and publisher Annapurna Interactive has addressed concerns that the game Mixtape might be removed from sale due to expiring music licenses. They have secured perpetual licenses for all music used in the game, with the publisher stating that claims of time-limited licenses are false.
Sony bringing back PS1 games including WipEout and Ape Escape claim rumours
Rumors suggest Sony Interactive Entertainment is exploring the revival of several older intellectual properties, including PlayStation 1 titles like WipEout and Ape Escape, as well as the inFamous series. While Sucker Punch Productions is reportedly not involved in the inFamous revival due to their work on Ghost of Tsushima, leakers indicate Sony is considering bringing back unused IPs. This move could be a strategy to address criticism regarding a limited number of first-party releases by offering remasters and lower-budget sequels.
Piko Interactive Announces the Return of Blender Bros. for Game Boy Advance
Piko Interactive has announced the physical re-release of the cult-classic Game Boy Advance title, Blender Bros. The game will be available in Standard and Collector's Editions, along with a vinyl soundtrack. Piko Interactive also plans to bring Blender Bros. to modern platforms, release its manga in English, and produce collectible toys.
Marvel MaXimum Collection review – Marvellous Curation
The Marvel MaXimum Collection offers a curated selection of Marvel games from the 16-bit era, including titles like Spider-Man and X-Men, alongside some 8-bit entries. While some games show their age, the collection provides a historical look at Marvel's gaming legacy with updated presentation and bonus materials, making it accessible for both returning fans and newcomers.
If Black Flag Resynced isn't enough for you, rumours swirl that we're also getting a full remake of the original Assassin's Creed game
Rumors suggest that following the remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag, Ubisoft is also planning a full remake of the original Assassin's Creed game. This potential remake would make the first title playable on modern consoles and align with the company's stated goal of revisiting older series entries. The original Assassin's Creed is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary in November 2027.
"I'd say mission achieved for this one": Stop Killing Games on the latest European Commission public hearing
Stop Killing Games founder Ross Scott and organizer Moritz Katzner attended a European Parliament hearing on the European Citizens Initiative Stop Destroying Videogames. Both participants expressed optimism about the positive reception from MEPs and the European Commission, viewing the hearing as a significant step in the legislative process for video game preservation.
After spending $60,000 on an "unheard of" first-party Nintendo prototype, anonymous collector pulls the ultimate good guy move and releases the ROM for preservationists to study for free
An anonymous collector purchased a rare prototype of Nintendo's Punch-Out!! for over $60,000 and has released the ROM for free, allowing for the preservation and study of early game development. This move is praised by preservationists like Frank Cifaldi of the Video Game History Foundation, who notes the rarity of such an early build of a major first-party title.
Heretic II has a new reverse-engineered source port
A new reverse-engineered source port, Heretic2R, has been released for the classic 1998 first-person shooter Heretic II. This community-driven project brings several enhancements including widescreen support, improved loading times, and bug fixes. While it currently runs via Proton on Linux, efforts are underway to create a native build.
Opinion: As Resident Evil Turns 30, It's Time Capcom Revisits The Classics
As the Resident Evil franchise celebrates its 30th anniversary, this opinion piece argues that Capcom should revisit and re-release older, less accessible titles like Survivor, Outbreak, Gaiden, and Dead Aim. While acknowledging the success of modern RE Engine remakes, the author believes these classic games offer a unique glimpse into the series' original vision and the late '90s pop culture, and should be made available on modern platforms.
"It's all of us against apathy, entropy, and loss of art" - Stop Killing Games has reached the EU Parliament, but what happens now?
The 'Stop Killing Games' initiative has presented its case to the European Parliament, advocating for end-of-life policies for video games to ensure their continued accessibility after server shutdowns. While initially met with a lack of understanding regarding modern gaming, the movement successfully framed the issue as a consumer rights problem, gaining bipartisan support. The initiative aims to preserve games as cultural artifacts, facing challenges in maintaining long-term political engagement against industry interests and the constant emergence of new game closures.
From a 'single save-passing exercise' to an 'international community': How GTA’s world-hopping Chain Game has endured through hundreds of rounds—and how it's preparing for its biggest test yet with GTA 6
The Grand Theft Auto Chain Game is a community-driven initiative where players collectively achieve 100% completion of various GTA titles by passing save files. Originating as a simple exercise, it has evolved into an international community that fosters teamwork and friendship, with plans to adapt the format for the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6.
The Quadruple Death and Rebirth of Resident Evil 4 - IGN
Resident Evil 4 underwent a famously troubled development cycle, with at least four distinct versions being scrapped before its 2005 release. Early concepts by Hideki Kamiya evolved into Devil May Cry, while later iterations explored psychological horror and traditional zombies before Shinji Mikami's final vision took hold. These abandoned projects significantly influenced the final game and the broader survival horror genre.
As the Game Boy Advance turns 25, here are seven of the best GBA games you can play on Switch right now, and five we hope show up soon
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Game Boy Advance, this article highlights seven beloved GBA titles currently playable on the Nintendo Switch and five more that fans hope will be added soon. The author shares personal memories and discusses the enduring legacy of the handheld's vast library, including iconic series and new franchises that were born on the platform.
Canceled Star Wars FPS Is Playable Again: "Amazing And Sad At The Same Time," Dev Says
The canceled Star Wars FPS, Star Wars: First Assault, is now playable thanks to fans who managed to get its closed technical beta working online. Former developer Patrick Wren expressed mixed emotions seeing the game playable after over a decade, noting it was only months from release before cancellation. The article also touches on other canceled Star Wars games and the current licensing landscape for Star Wars titles.
The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Is Set To Receive A Fanmade Port For The Sega Dreamcast
A fanmade port of Nintendo's classic action-adventure game, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, is in development for the Sega Dreamcast. This project aims to bring the beloved title to a new platform through community efforts.