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What made you stop playing/enjoying/collecting retro/modern games (for whatever amount of time) and what pulled you back in? Darran sold off his collection when his first daughter was born and rebuilt it over the last 25 years. Some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The latest issue of Retro Gamer is on sale now and features fantastic Wil Overton coverart. Grab it in shops or buy it directly from us. www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/single-is...

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Cheers. We always strive for a good balance so it’s nice to see it mentioned 👍🏻

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The new issue is on sale now with stunning art by the legendary @wiloverton.bsky.social Features Ultimate Knot In 3D RoboCop 3 Cinemaware Maximo Amstrad GX4000 Condemned Java Games WipEout Exhumed and so much more Grab it in shops or buy it online. www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/single-is...

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

What's your favourite Amiga game and why? Some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Matthew Smith Collection from Pixel Jockey looks set to more than double its Kickstarter funding goal on the first day. Have you backed it, or planning to? kck.st/3Tj2TAK

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The Matthew Smith Collection

Manic Miner, Jet Set Willy and Styx! Celebrate Matthew Smith's ZX Spectrum games with our Cassette Boxset and official merchandise

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

What is your absolute favourite Metal Gear moment? Some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Does anyone own Castlevania: Legacy Of Darkness on the N64? Where did you buy it from and how much did it cost you? We're guessing it's less than the £450 Darran's wife paid for the NTSC version a few years back. Some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Tomb Raider is 30 years old next month. What would you say is your favourite Tomb Raider game? Is it one of the Core Design originals, or a later Crystal Dynamics title (don't let our image steer you!). Some of your answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

The latest issue is on sale and features Sonic, Uncharted, Roller Coaster, Siren and much more. Grab it in shops or online. www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/retro-gam...

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

If you're looking for a fun Metrodivania, @pqube.bsky.social Aggelos II is out now. There's a review in our next issue. www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFvP...

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Aggelos 2 | Launch Trailer

YouTube video by PQube

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Great selection of games on that.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Has anyone else seen the new Manic Miner trailer? We're certainly not enjoying the new AI-looking art style. www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjL8...

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MANIC MINER® official Trailer

YouTube video by BBG Entertainment GmbH

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

What's your favourite Xbox 360 launch games and why? some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

We were really impressed with the RetroTink5X and 4K models, this looks like it will be a great budget option.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

What's your favourite Ultimate game and why? Some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Mr Nutz is returning in physical form to classic consoles. Courtesy of @atari.com and @strictlylimited.bsky.social Will you be picking up a copy? www.strictlylimitedgames.com

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Don't forget that the new issue is on sale now. It's filled with brilliance, from Codemasters and Marathon to Perfect Dark, Super Punchout!! and Patapon. www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/single-is...

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

It's a making of the original game.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

The latest @evercaderetro cartridge has been rebuilt from the ground up. Banjo fans will definitely want to watch it. www.youtube.com/watch?v=0peC...

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Evercade - Banjo Kazooie Double Pack - Deep Dive

YouTube video by Evercade

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Did you play Tunic and what do you think of it? Some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

The Pixel Arcadia event will be happening soon and should feature lots of retro and retro-styled games to look forward to. There's a sneak peek here. www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5l7...

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Pixel Arcadia Teaser

YouTube video by Pixel-Arcadia

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

The ZX Spectrum version of Robocop 3 is a rare game these days. A copy recently sold on eBay for £550! Do you own a copy? Let us know below when you bought it and how much you paid. Some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Evercade Codemasters Cartridge has it.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

The spread were divided into categories, so it looks like the games you worked on weren't chosen.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Largely because it's celebrating the games and not the studios behind the games. That's a feature we can tackle for another time :)

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

The latest issue of Retro Gamer celebrates 40 years of #codemasters It also includes Sensible Soccer Patapon The Sims Super Punch-Out!! Marathon Perfect Dark Mario Party 2 Rowan Software Afrika Fish and much more Grab it in stores on online www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/single-is...

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Will you support future consoles if they are digital only? Lets us know your answer and why. Some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Do you own Blood on the PC? If so, what did you pay for it and where did you get it from? Some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

We won’t know until we get more reports from readers. Looks like a plate shift 🙁

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

What's your favourite Sonic spin-off game and why? Some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

What's your favourite retro-gaming book? Some answers will appear in the magazine.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Darran made an appearance on this excellent podcast. If you’re a patron be sure to give it a listen. If you’re not a patron, consider joining.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

The latest issue of Retro Gamer features the first ten years of Assassin's Creed, a 32-page SNES book and a double-sided poster featuring Super Mario Kart and Secret Of Mana. Grab it in shops now, or directly from us. www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/single-is...

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

It does have its perks at times 👍🏻

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

It does seem a little clunky. That's the benefit of the NES. Corners.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Many thanks to Lego for sending through this Mega Drive. Expect a review in issue 289.

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

It's Friday. What's your gaming plans for the weekend?

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