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.

Toshihiro Nagoshi, creator of Gang of Dragon, appears in a Weekly Famitsu interview without his studio's name, fueling speculation after reported NetEase funding withdrawal.

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.

A 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.

Square 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.

Anbernic has rolled out a Linux update for its RG Vita Pro handheld, introducing fresh themes and user experience enhancements for the device.

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.

The new Super Pocket Rare Edition brings Banjo-Kazooie to a portable, Evercade-compatible device, raising questions about control fidelity versus accessibility for collectors.

Nintendo'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.

A new fan-made Super Nintendo Entertainment System ROM hack, "Retro Dimension 2: The Crystal Hunt", transplants Sony's marsupial mascot onto Nintendo hardware.

Leaked Geekbench results for Valve's Fremont console have emerged, prompting discussions among enthusiasts about its multi-core performance and potential for retro emulation.

Reports 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.

A 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.

AYANEO has hinted at a successor to its Pocket Micro, claiming a "major leap forward for retro gaming performance" in the handheld space.

RetroGL 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.

The long-awaited fan project, EarthBound Beginnings Remake, is now available as a patch for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System classic, EarthBound.

As 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.

A cancelled Xbox 360 version of GoldenEye 007 has been recompiled for PC, offering a native executable without emulation and modern features.

A new fan translation for Langrisser V: The End of Legend relies entirely on artificial intelligence, raising questions about text integrity and preservation standards.

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.

A 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.

The renowned retro gaming store Beep Akihabara has successfully relocated and resumed operations, securing a new physical space for its extensive collection.

In 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.

Konami’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.

This 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.

This 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.

Krikzz has released firmware v26.0608 for Mega EverDrive Core and Pro, improving compatibility for early Sega 32X units and adding new menu options.

This 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.

SNK's Neo Geo Cup '98 for the monochrome Neo Geo Pocket offered a distinct football experience, diverging significantly from its arcade namesake.

UK 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.

Nintendo 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.

This 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.

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.

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.

Anbernic 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.

This 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.

Sons 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.

A 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.

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.

Adafruit 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.

Capcom 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.

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.

Apidya 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.

iam8bit 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.

This 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.

Pokémon 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.