retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 22/06/2026RetroShell Newsletter: Game Over. We've taken our news coverage down. A final note on images, copyright, AI, and the gaming media industry. Worth a read: shop.retroshell.com/newsletter-2 020
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 19/06/2026Can anyone guess the game hidden behind the retro gaming letter T? 010
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 17/06/2026He-Man's First Game Commands High Prices The original Masters of the Universe: The Power of He-Man for Atari 2600 and Intellivision is seeing significant collector interest, driven by its rare comic pack-in. www.retroshell.com/he-man-atari-int…retroshell.comHe-Man's First Game Commands High PricesThe original Masters of the Universe: The Power of He-Man for Atari 2600 and Intellivision is seeing significant collector interest, driven by its rare comic pack-in. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Nagoshi Studio Affiliation Absent in Famitsu Feature www.retroshell.com/nagoshi-studio-f…retroshell.comNagoshi Studio Affiliation Absent in Famitsu FeatureToshihiro Nagoshi, creator of Gang of Dragon, appears in a Weekly Famitsu interview without his studio's name, fueling speculation after reported NetEase funding withdrawal. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 17/06/2026MiSTer FPGA Gains CPS3 Beta Core and GUI Overhaul The MiSTer FPGA platform sees significant updates, including a beta core for the powerful Capcom Play System 3 arcade hardware and a much-improved graphical user interface. www.retroshell.com/mister-fpga-cps3…retroshell.comMiSTer FPGA Gains CPS3 Beta Core and GUI OverhaulThe MiSTer FPGA platform sees significant updates, including a beta core for the powerful Capcom Play System 3 arcade hardware and a much-improved graphical user interface. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Lost Xbox 360 War of the Worlds Mech Game Surfaces www.retroshell.com/xbox-360-ironcla…retroshell.comLost Xbox 360 War of the Worlds Mech Game SurfacesA previously unreleased Xbox 360 title, *Ironclad*, inspired by H.G. Wells' *War of the Worlds*, has been discovered and made playable online, offering a glimpse into a cancelled project from The Workshop Entertainment Inc. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 17/06/2026The Adventures of Elliot: A Thoughtful Retro-Inspired RPG www.retroshell.com/adventures-ellio…retroshell.comThe Adventures of Elliot: A Thoughtful Retro-Inspired RPGSquare Enix's Team Asano delivers The Adventures of Elliot, an action RPG deliberately crafted to evoke the 16-bit era, prompting discussion on modern retro design and player expectations. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Anbernic RG Vita Pro Linux Update Brings New Features Anbernic has rolled out a Linux update for its RG Vita Pro handheld, introducing fresh themes and user experience enhancements for the device. www.retroshell.com/anbernic-rg-vita…retroshell.comAnbernic RG Vita Pro Linux Update Brings New FeaturesAnbernic has rolled out a Linux update for its RG Vita Pro handheld, introducing fresh themes and user experience enhancements for the device. 010
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Wolfenstein 3D Arrives on Atari Lynx, 34 Years On id Software's seminal first-person shooter, Wolfenstein 3D, has received an accomplished new port for the Atari Lynx, showcasing the handheld's often-underestimated capabilities. www.retroshell.com/wolfenstein-3d-a…retroshell.comWolfenstein 3D Arrives on Atari Lynx, 34 Years Onid Software's seminal first-person shooter, Wolfenstein 3D, has received an accomplished new port for the Atari Lynx, showcasing the handheld's often-underestimated capabilities. 010
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Super Pocket Rare Edition: Banjo-Kazooie Port Lands www.retroshell.com/super-pocket-rar…retroshell.comSuper Pocket Rare Edition: Banjo-Kazooie Port LandsThe new Super Pocket Rare Edition brings Banjo-Kazooie to a portable, Evercade-compatible device, raising questions about control fidelity versus accessibility for collectors. 200
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Ocarina of Time Remake Needs More Than Visuals on Switch 2 www.retroshell.com/ocarina-time-rem…retroshell.comOcarina of Time Remake Needs More Than Visuals on Switch 2Nintendo's announced *Ocarina of Time* for the upcoming Switch 2 must offer a truly new experience beyond graphical upgrades, according to a recent report from CBR.com. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Crash Bandicoot Returns in SNES ROM Hack Sequel A new fan-made Super Nintendo Entertainment System ROM hack, "Retro Dimension 2: The Crystal Hunt", transplants Sony's marsupial mascot onto Nintendo hardware. www.retroshell.com/crash-bandicoot-…retroshell.comCrash Bandicoot Returns in SNES ROM Hack SequelA new fan-made Super Nintendo Entertainment System ROM hack, "Retro Dimension 2: The Crystal Hunt", transplants Sony's marsupial mascot onto Nintendo hardware. 020
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Steam Machine Benchmarks Spark Emulation Performance Debate www.retroshell.com/steam-machine-be…retroshell.comSteam Machine Benchmarks Spark Emulation Performance DebateLeaked Geekbench results for Valve's Fremont console have emerged, prompting discussions among enthusiasts about its multi-core performance and potential for retro emulation. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Why Nintendo Is Unlikely To Acquire Double Fine www.retroshell.com/nintendo-unlikel…retroshell.comWhy Nintendo Is Unlikely To Acquire Double FineReports suggest Double Fine faces an uncertain future under Xbox, prompting fan speculation about a Nintendo acquisition. However, Nintendo's historical strategy makes such a move improbable. 010
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 16/06/2026ReStory Simulates Retro Repair with Licensed Atari Consoles www.retroshell.com/restory-sim-lice…retroshell.comReStory Simulates Retro Repair with Licensed Atari ConsolesA new demo for the repair shop simulation ReStory is out, featuring officially licensed Atari 2600 and Atari Jaguar consoles for players to fix. This game brings a collector's eye to digital restoration. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 16/06/2026AYANEO Teases New Handheld, Promising Performance Leap AYANEO has hinted at a successor to its Pocket Micro, claiming a "major leap forward for retro gaming performance" in the handheld space. www.retroshell.com/ayaneo-teases-ne…retroshell.comAYANEO Teases New Handheld, Promising Performance LeapAYANEO has hinted at a successor to its Pocket Micro, claiming a "major leap forward for retro gaming performance" in the handheld space. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Super Street Fighter II Turbo Update Lands on Commodore 64 www.retroshell.com/super-street-fig…retroshell.comSuper Street Fighter II Turbo Update Lands on Commodore 64RetroGL has released an updated work-in-progress version of Super Street Fighter II Turbo for the Commodore 64 and 128, using the impressive RetroFighter engine. 010
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 16/06/2026EarthBound Beginnings Remake Patch Released After Two Decades The long-awaited fan project, EarthBound Beginnings Remake, is now available as a patch for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System classic, EarthBound. www.retroshell.com/earthbound-begin…retroshell.comEarthBound Beginnings Remake Patch Released After Two DecadesThe long-awaited fan project, EarthBound Beginnings Remake, is now available as a patch for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System classic, EarthBound. 031
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Game Boy Advance Classics Still Shine 25 Years On www.retroshell.com/game-boy-advance…retroshell.comGame Boy Advance Classics Still Shine 25 Years OnAs the Game Boy Advance approaches its 25th anniversary, a look back at its enduring software library reveals how its unique hardware and design philosophy ensured many GBA classics aged well. 010
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Cancelled GoldenEye Xbox 360 Recompiled for PC A cancelled Xbox 360 version of GoldenEye 007 has been recompiled for PC, offering a native executable without emulation and modern features. www.retroshell.com/cancelled-golden…retroshell.comCancelled GoldenEye Xbox 360 Recompiled for PCA cancelled Xbox 360 version of GoldenEye 007 has been recompiled for PC, offering a native executable without emulation and modern features. 131
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Langrisser V Gets AI Translation, No Human Proofreading A new fan translation for Langrisser V: The End of Legend relies entirely on artificial intelligence, raising questions about text integrity and preservation standards. www.retroshell.com/langrisser-v-ai-…retroshell.comLangrisser V Gets AI Translation, No Human ProofreadingA new fan translation for Langrisser V: The End of Legend relies entirely on artificial intelligence, raising questions about text integrity and preservation standards. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 15/06/2026iiSU 0.0.7 Update Boosts Android Frontend Performance The iiSU 0.0.7 update for Android emulator frontends delivers performance improvements and new customisation options, making it more accessible for a range of devices. www.retroshell.com/iisu-007-android…retroshell.comiiSU 0.0.7 Update Boosts Android Frontend PerformanceThe iiSU 0.0.7 update for Android emulator frontends delivers performance improvements and new customisation options, making it more accessible for a range of devices. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Unearthing Escapeque: An Amiga Platformer That Never Was www.retroshell.com/unearthing-escap…retroshell.comUnearthing Escapeque: An Amiga Platformer That Never WasA lost Amiga platform adventure, Escapeque, developed by Stavros Fasoulas and Tomas Dahlgren, has surfaced, offering a glimpse into a game that never quite made it past the concept stage. 011
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Beep Akihabara Reopens in New Seekbase Location The renowned retro gaming store Beep Akihabara has successfully relocated and resumed operations, securing a new physical space for its extensive collection. www.retroshell.com/beep-akihabara-r…retroshell.comBeep Akihabara Reopens in New Seekbase LocationThe renowned retro gaming store Beep Akihabara has successfully relocated and resumed operations, securing a new physical space for its extensive collection. 120
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 15/06/2026In this week's newsletter we have stories such as the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake announcement, a landmark MiSTer CPS3 core release, Sega's continued generative AI woes with Crazy Taxi, and loads more besides. champ.ly/cwwTaG6m 010
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Sega's Classic Sonic Re-Releases Still Lag www.retroshell.com/sega-classic-son…retroshell.comSega's Classic Sonic Re-Releases Still LagIn the UK retro scene, Sega’s approach to classic Sonic re-releases still shapes what collectors can buy and play legally. The gap between original discs, modern access, and preservation remains a real issue. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 14/06/2026Konami’s Perfect Striker and N64 Football www.retroshell.com/konami-jikkyo-j-…retroshell.comKonami’s Perfect Striker and N64 FootballKonami’s Jikkyō J. League: Perfect Striker arrived on Nintendo 64 in 1996 and helped set a new standard for football sims. Its analogue control and through-ball mechanic still stand out. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 14/06/2026SpongeBob Speedrunners Used Smudged Xbox Discs www.retroshell.com/spongebob-speedr…retroshell.comSpongeBob Speedrunners Used Smudged Xbox DiscsThis is specialist retro gaming news, not buying advice. It explains how SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom speedrunners used smudged original Xbox discs to trigger lag clips, and why the method mattered before hard drive runs took over. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 14/06/2026Famitsu Survey Ranks Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest www.retroshell.com/famitsu-survey-f…retroshell.comFamitsu Survey Ranks Final Fantasy, Dragon QuestThis is a specialist news update on Famitsu’s 40th anniversary reader survey, with the official results now the key source. Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest lead the influence rankings, while the wider list shows how Japanese players split impact, favourites and replay value. 011
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 14/06/2026Mega EverDrive Firmware Update Boosts 32X Compatibility Krikzz has released firmware v26.0608 for Mega EverDrive Core and Pro, improving compatibility for early Sega 32X units and adding new menu options. www.retroshell.com/mega-everdrive-f…retroshell.comMega EverDrive Firmware Update Boosts 32X CompatibilityKrikzz has released firmware v26.0608 for Mega EverDrive Core and Pro, improving compatibility for early Sega 32X units and adding new menu options. 010
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 13/06/2026Bomb Jack GX Lands on Amstrad Plus and GX4000 www.retroshell.com/bomb-jack-gx-ams…retroshell.comBomb Jack GX Lands on Amstrad Plus and GX4000This is a specialist news update for Amstrad Plus and GX4000 owners. Bomb Jack GX is a new homebrew conversion from AnthonyFlack, with support for original hardware, Pico-GX cartridges, and ACE-DL. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 13/06/2026Neo Geo Cup '98: A Unique Handheld Football Experience SNK's Neo Geo Cup '98 for the monochrome Neo Geo Pocket offered a distinct football experience, diverging significantly from its arcade namesake. www.retroshell.com/neo-geo-cup-98-n…retroshell.comNeo Geo Cup '98: A Unique Handheld Football ExperienceSNK's Neo Geo Cup '98 for the monochrome Neo Geo Pocket offered a distinct football experience, diverging significantly from its arcade namesake. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 13/06/2026Analogue Pocket Everdrive Issue Hits New Units www.retroshell.com/analogue-pocket-…retroshell.comAnalogue Pocket Everdrive Issue Hits New UnitsUK and other retro gamers using an Analogue Pocket with Everdrive carts may want to keep an eye on this one. Krikzz says newer units appear to be causing file system corruption, and the issue looks hardware-related. 220
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 13/06/2026Mortal Kombat 2’s Super Famicom Censorship www.retroshell.com/super-famicom-mo…retroshell.comMortal Kombat 2’s Super Famicom CensorshipNintendo of Japan took a different route with Mortal Kombat 2 on Super Famicom, changing blood to green and toning down Fatalities. The result is one of the more unusual regional versions from the early 1990s. 010
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 13/06/2026J.Mikami Joins Bullfighter: Neon Team www.retroshell.com/snk-artist-j-mik…retroshell.comJ.Mikami Joins Bullfighter: Neon TeamThis is specialist news for Neo Geo fans and collectors tracking Bullfighter: Neon. Relevo has added former SNK pixel artist J.Mikami to the project, but the game is still in development and has already slipped from its original 2023 window. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 13/06/2026SNK Confirms Two New Metal Slug Projects This is a specialist news update, not a buying guide. SNK has confirmed two new Metal Slug projects, but platforms, genres and release windows are still under wraps. www.retroshell.com/snk-announces-tw…retroshell.comSNK Confirms Two New Metal Slug ProjectsThis is a specialist news update, not a buying guide. SNK has confirmed two new Metal Slug projects, but platforms, genres and release windows are still under wraps. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 13/06/2026Retroid Pocket 6 Adds 12GB Top Stick Model Retroid has added a new Pocket 6 configuration with 12GB of RAM, 128GB of storage and the preferred top stick layout. It starts at £220 and is ready to ship now. www.retroshell.com/retroid-pocket-6…retroshell.comRetroid Pocket 6 Adds 12GB Top Stick ModelRetroid has added a new Pocket 6 configuration with 12GB of RAM, 128GB of storage and the preferred top stick layout. It starts at £220 and is ready to ship now. 020
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 13/06/2026Anbernic Sells Replacement Parts Directly www.retroshell.com/anbernic-sells-h…retroshell.comAnbernic Sells Replacement Parts DirectlyAnbernic has opened a dedicated parts store on its website, giving handheld owners a simpler way to buy replacement components. That should make repairs, upgrades, and custom builds far easier. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Can anyone guess the retro game hidden behind the letter C? 010
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 12/06/2026OSSC Pro Stock Returns for Specialist Video Needs www.retroshell.com/ossc-pro-stock-r…retroshell.comOSSC Pro Stock Returns for Specialist Video NeedsThis is a specialist restock note for retro hardware users who need the OSSC Pro’s advanced video processing. It matters most if you are shopping for downscaling or unusual console output setups. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Genesis Shooter May Recruit Industry Legends www.retroshell.com/genesis-shooter-…retroshell.comGenesis Shooter May Recruit Industry LegendsSons Of Sparta Studios is developing a new Genesis shooter in the style of 'Zombies Ate My Neighbors', potentially bringing in industry legends. This could be a big deal for the console's homebrew scene. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 12/06/2026BBC Blunder: NES Cartridge in SNES Sparks Outcry www.retroshell.com/bbc-nes-snes-car…retroshell.comBBC Blunder: NES Cartridge in SNES Sparks OutcryA recent BBC segment showed an original Nintendo Entertainment System cartridge in a Super Nintendo, drawing sharp criticism from retro gaming enthusiasts for the console identification error. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Broken Altars Brings Mouse Support to Commodore 64 A new Commodore 64 homebrew title, Broken Altars, introduces native mouse support, a rare feature for the venerable 8-bit machine, alongside traditional joystick controls. www.retroshell.com/broken-altars-c6…retroshell.comBroken Altars Brings Mouse Support to Commodore 64A new Commodore 64 homebrew title, Broken Altars, introduces native mouse support, a rare feature for the venerable 8-bit machine, alongside traditional joystick controls. 010
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 12/06/2026AI Agents Build GBA Emulator in 24 Hours www.retroshell.com/ai-agents-gba-em…retroshell.comAI Agents Build GBA Emulator in 24 HoursAdafruit reports on a test that gave frontier AI coding agents just 24 hours to build a full Game Boy Advance emulator. It is a useful snapshot for retro fans who care about emulation, timing, and preservation. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Street Fighter 6 Eyes 10-Year Run, No New Systems www.retroshell.com/street-fighter-6…retroshell.comStreet Fighter 6 Eyes 10-Year Run, No New SystemsCapcom says Street Fighter 6 is built for a 10-year lifespan, but its directors do not plan to add new core mechanics. That leaves character updates, balance tweaks, and other content to carry the game forward. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Bounce 2’s Atari 2600 Claim Faces Scrutiny Bounce 2 is being sold as a sequel to a lost 1983 Atari 2600 game, but that history does not seem to hold up. The trail instead leads to a BBC Micro title from the same year. www.retroshell.com/bounce-2-fiction…retroshell.comBounce 2’s Atari 2600 Claim Faces ScrutinyBounce 2 is being sold as a sequel to a lost 1983 Atari 2600 game, but that history does not seem to hold up. The trail instead leads to a BBC Micro title from the same year. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Apidya Special Stays on Track for August 2026 www.retroshell.com/apidya-special-p…retroshell.comApidya Special Stays on Track for August 2026Apidya Special is still on course for an August 2026 release on consoles and PC, according to Indie Retro News. The remake keeps the Amiga classic’s pixel look and brings back Chris Hulsbeck on music. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 12/06/2026ARC Raiders Soundtrack Gets iam8bit Vinyl www.retroshell.com/arc-raiders-soun…retroshell.comARC Raiders Soundtrack Gets iam8bit Vinyliam8bit has announced a 2xLP vinyl soundtrack for ARC Raiders, with three editions up for pre-order. The release fits the game’s retro-future style and lands for collectors who still like their game music on wax. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Retroid Tease Sparks New Handheld Talk www.retroshell.com/new-retroid-hand…retroshell.comRetroid Tease Sparks New Handheld TalkThis is specialist retro handheld news, not a buying guide. Retroid has teased an announcement on its official QQ channel, and that is enough to make Pocket Mini and Pocket Flip owners pay attention. 000
retroshell.bsky.social @retroshell.bsky.social · 11/06/2026Pokémon Stadium Recompiled for PC, With Transfer Pak www.retroshell.com/pokemon-stadium-…retroshell.comPokémon Stadium Recompiled for PC, With Transfer PakPokémon Stadium has been natively ported to PC through the N64Recomp project, and it keeps key features intact. That includes full Transfer Pak support and the built-in GB Tower. 000