GamesTopicMay 7, 2026
Super ZSNES Brings A Fresh Start For A Classic SNES Emulator
The new project is still very early, but its Super Enhancement Engine points to an interesting future for retro play.
2 min read
Retro topics
Games Topics
Retro game culture, setup tips, collecting, and all-console features.
Archive picks
Topic Library
GamesTopicMay 7, 2026
Langrisser III Fan Translation Returns After 25 Years
Langrisser III has waited a very long time for English-speaking fans to properly enjoy it. A new v0.4 fan translation project may finally move the unusual Saturn entry closer to that goal.
2 min read
GamesTopicMay 7, 2026
David Hayter Says Metal Gear Still Keeps Some Secrets
The longtime Snake actor understands the heart of Metal Gear Solid, but not every twist in Hideo Kojima's layered saga.
2 min read
GamesTopicMay 6, 2026
What Happened to the Star Fox Puppets?
A closer look at the live-action Star Fox puppets, the early theory about multiple model sets, and why the surviving answer points to deterioration and disposal.
5 min read
GamesTopicMay 6, 2026
SNES2Neo Brings SNES Controllers To Neo Geo
A small controller adapter gives Neo Geo AES, Neo Geo CD, and consolized MVS owners another friendly way to play.
2 min read
GamesTopicMay 6, 2026
Peter Berg's Old Call Of Duty Comments Are Back In View
The future Call of Duty film now has a director, and some sharp comments from his past have resurfaced alongside the news.
2 min read
GamesTopicMay 6, 2026
Commodore 64C Ultimate Brings Back The 1986 Shape
The revived Commodore is leaning into a very specific slice of home-computer memory, right down to tiny molding marks from the old production process.
3 min read
GamesTopicMay 6, 2026
How Yoko Taro Talked His Way Into Directing
The Nier: Automata creator looks back on Drakengard, Cavia, and the unusual path that gave him creative space.
3 min read
GamesTopicMay 6, 2026
Treasure Appears To Be Teasing Guardian Heroes Again
The beloved Sega Saturn brawler is turning 30 in 2026, and Treasure’s latest social posts have fans watching closely.
2 min read
GamesTopicMay 6, 2026
The Original Star Fox Puppets Had A Surprisingly Fragile Fate
Fox, Falco, Slippy, and Peppy once had real puppet doubles for Star Fox marketing. Their history is stranger, and sadder, than a simple prop story.
3 min read
GamesTopicMay 5, 2026
Hardcore RetroAchievements Arrive On MiSTer FPGA
MiSTer FPGA players can finally start chasing tougher RetroAchievements, beginning with NES support and a wider set of cores already in motion.
2 min read
GamesTopicMay 5, 2026
Super Turrican Director's Cut Gets A Fresh Cartridge Release
Factor 5's run-and-gun classic returns in late July 2026 with new package art by Tetsuhiko "Han" Kikuchi.
2 min read
GamesTopicMay 5, 2026
Resident Evil Almost Used Green Blood In Japan
A 30th anniversary tribute has revealed a small but fascinating what-if from Resident Evil history.
2 min read
GamesTopicMay 5, 2026
Neo Geo AES+ North American Pre-Orders Are Still Being Sorted Out
Interest in the Neo Geo AES+ has been strong, but North American buyers have hit a few practical ordering bumps.
2 min read
GamesTopicMay 5, 2026
Why Starfield Stayed With Bethesda's Creation Engine
Starfield could have marked a bigger tech shift for Bethesda, but the studio's familiar engine won out for a very Bethesda reason: the community built around it.
3 min read
GamesTopicMay 2, 2026
Why Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Happened
Belmont's Curse shows how a strong indie pitch can give a classic series fresh movement.
2 min read
GamesTopicMay 1, 2026
Michiru Yamane Says She Is Not Scoring Belmont's Curse Or The Scarlet Engagement
A warm note from one of Castlevania's most beloved composers, with new music elsewhere and a retro event on the calendar.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 30, 2026
Black Flag Resynced Makes Its Online Past Easier To Live With
The remaster removes the old multiplayer and folds a once-online ship feature into the main adventure.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 30, 2026
Mega Man 2 Is Coming To A New Gaming Watch
The Mega Man: My Play Watch turns Capcom's NES classic into a wrist-worn game with classic and arcade-style play modes.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 30, 2026
Sega Universe Has Some Classic Fans Asking Questions
A tribute to Sega history has sparked a small but sharp fan debate over how carefully the company is presenting its older arcade icons.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 30, 2026
PopoloCrois Creator Yosuke Tamori Dies At 74
A warm look back at the life and work behind PopoloCrois, from its newspaper origins to its Sony-era video games.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 30, 2026
Jotego Confirms Neo Geo AES+ Features
The AES+ is shaping up as a careful modern take on Neo Geo hardware, with original-style timing, RGB support, and audio work aimed at staying close to the real thing.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 30, 2026
Aliens: The Video Games Looks Back At A Wild Licensed Game History
A new book from Mike Diver explores the strange, creative, and sometimes legally risky world of Alien and Aliens games.
5 min read
GamesTopicApr 30, 2026
ActRaiser And The Moment The Super NES Felt New
Before trailers were everywhere and every release was mapped out years ahead, one glowing magazine review could make a game feel mysterious, massive, and almost impossible to wait for. For ActRaiser, that feeling never真的
4 min read
GamesTopicApr 29, 2026
Pixel FX Morph 2K Upscaler Targets Retro Players At $200
The new Morph 2K focuses on low-latency 1080p video, broad analog support, and modern control tools for classic consoles.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 29, 2026
Blaze Teases A Portable Twist On '80s Computers
A brief social teaser points toward Spectrum and C64 nostalgia, but the final form is still unclear.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 29, 2026
Rayman Remake Talk Points To A Gentler HD Return
The 1995 platformer may be coming back with sharper presentation and a less punishing flow.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 26, 2026
A Simple USB Remote That Fits Kodi And MiSTer
This compact wireless remote skips IR and keeps things simple, but that tradeoff may be exactly why it works so well across Kodi setups and MiSTer.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 26, 2026
PixelFX Reveals Morph 2K
A lower-cost version of the Morph scaler brings 1080p60 output, built-in analog inputs, and a simpler path for players who do not need 4K.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 26, 2026
Recalbox RGB JAMMA 2 Brings Pi 5 Support To Arcade Cabs
A small but thoughtful follow-up, the RGB JAMMA 2 is built for Raspberry Pi 5 setups and aims to make arcade cabinet installs a little cleaner.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 26, 2026
NeoPico-HD Adds 720p Support
A new NeoPico-HD update adds true 720p output through 3x integer scaling, alongside other recent improvements that could make digital video mods more practical and more affordable for Neo Geo owners.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 26, 2026
Lumacode Cable Tests With Switches
This short test explores a common question around Lumacode-modded consoles: can they run through a switch first and still play nicely with a digitizer or OSSC?
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 26, 2026
Make Your Own Xbox Prototype
Tito’s new store puts Xbox prototype build files in the hands of the community, including a full-sized recreation with an optical drive and a programmable center jewel.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 24, 2026
MiSTer FPGA Sees New Arcade Progress And More Retro Upgrades
A new MiSTer roundup brings word of wider Retro Achievements support, work on Darius II and The Ninja Warriors, an unofficial NES core update, a recent PICO-8 hybrid core refresh, and a developer interview with srg320.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 24, 2026
Zaxour Opens Spring 2026 Pre-Orders for CLD PD
Zaxour has opened another round of Spring 2026 pre-orders for the CLD PD, a replacement power supply mad...
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 24, 2026
A Wristwatch-Sized Game Boy Color That Runs Real Cartridges
This tiny Game Boy Color watch skips emulation and sticks with original hardware, even if playing on it sounds more impressive than practical.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 23, 2026
Why Pokemon X And Y Still Feel Like A Turning Point
Pokemon X and Y marked a big step forward for the series, pairing a full 3D world with new mechanics that left a lasting mark on later games.
2 min read
GamesTopicApr 23, 2026
Saturn Fighter Ninku Gets An English Fan Translation
Exxistance has released an English fan translation for Ninku on Saturn, giving this unusual anime-based fighter a more accessible and polished feel.
2 min read