Brace for weird: Surreal shmup ZPF launches next week on the Genesis Retro shooter fans, strap in: ZPF, the surreal Sega Genesis/Mega Drive shoot-’em-up that melted minds during its demo run earlier this year, is officially launching its physical edition next week. Publisher Mega Cat Studios has confirmed that the game will land on the Mega Cat Studios online store on November 20, 2025, with digital versions set to follow on…

Brace for weird: Surreal shmup ZPF launches next week on the Genesis

Retro shooter fans, strap in: ZPF, the surreal Sega Genesis/Mega Drive shoot-’em-up that melted minds during its demo run earlier this year, is officially launching its physical edition next week. Publisher Mega Cat Studios has…

Gigasword launches today on all platforms, blending puzzles, peril, and a really big sword Retro-inspired puzzle-metroidvania Gigasword is officially out today on PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox, bringing its unique mix of environmental brainteasers and chunky sword-swinging combat to players everywhere. Developed by Studio Hybrid and published by Akupara Games, the adventure follows Ezra — humanity’s last hope — as he hauls the oversized Gigasword up a mysterious tower in a desperate attempt to stop reality from collapsing in on itself.

Gigasword launches today on all platforms, blending puzzles, peril, and a really big sword

Retro-inspired puzzle-metroidvania Gigasword is officially out today on PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox, bringing its unique mix of environmental brainteasers and chunky sword-swinging combat to…

A new 8-bit platform for modern retro developers: Gametank revealed The retro hardware scene isn’t short on handheld emulators, clone systems, or FPGA recreations — but the GameTank, now gearing up for launch on Crowd Supply, is something genuinely different. It’s a clean-sheet 8-bit games console, built around real 6502-family CPUs and designed for new games, not nostalgia-driven ROM libraries. And honestly? I’m quite interested in this one.

A new 8-bit platform for modern retro developers: Gametank revealed

The retro hardware scene isn’t short on handheld emulators, clone systems, or FPGA recreations — but the GameTank, now gearing up for launch on Crowd Supply, is something genuinely different. It’s a clean-sheet 8-bit games…

Arcade Archives brings Konami’s Galactic Warriors to modern consoles This is a treat for classic arcade fans. Konami’s Galactic Warriors, originally launched in 1985, is the newest entry in the record-breaking Arcade Archives lineup, now available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms via Hamster Corporation. Regular readers will know I like to share my memories of these classic arcade game reissues. This time, I'm drawing a complete blank.

Arcade Archives brings Konami’s Galactic Warriors to modern consoles

This is a treat for classic arcade fans. Konami’s Galactic Warriors, originally launched in 1985, is the newest entry in the record-breaking Arcade Archives lineup, now available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox…

Ayaneo announces Pocket Vert handheld with vertical screen layout Ayaneo has dropped something a little unexpected — the Pocket Vert, a new handheld console with a vertical screen orientation and compact design. The announcement came via the official Ayaneo Twitter feed, accompanied by a reveal video showcasing the device in action, and just days after news of the Ayaneo Pocket Air Mini. What the Pocket Vert brings to the table…

Ayaneo announces Pocket Vert handheld with vertical screen layout

Ayaneo has dropped something a little unexpected — the Pocket Vert, a new handheld console with a vertical screen orientation and compact design. The announcement came via the official Ayaneo Twitter feed, accompanied by a reveal…

Mystery of Silence brings retro chills to Steam this December Classic point-and-click mystery adventure arrives December 11 Spanish studio DevilishGames, in partnership with Making Enemies, has announced that Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence will release on Steam on December 11, 2025. Following a successful showing during Steam Next Fest, this pixel-perfect point-and-click adventure invites players to explore an eerie abbey where the monks have taken a vow of silence — and where dark secrets lie buried beneath the surface.

Mystery of Silence brings retro chills to Steam this December

Classic point-and-click mystery adventure arrives December 11 Spanish studio DevilishGames, in partnership with Making Enemies, has announced that Scholar Adventure: Mystery of Silence will release on Steam on December 11, 2025.…

Total War: Napoleon lets you conquer the continent from your phone The classic PC strategy game is coming to iOS and Android on December 2nd The Emperor himself is on the move again — and this time, he’s invading phones and tablets. Feral Interactive has announced that Total War: Napoleon, Creative Assembly’s acclaimed strategy classic, is coming to iOS and Android on December 2nd. I'm pretty excited about this, as…

Total War: Napoleon lets you conquer the continent from your phone

The classic PC strategy game is coming to iOS and Android on December 2nd The Emperor himself is on the move again — and this time, he’s invading phones and tablets. Feral Interactive has announced that Total War: Napoleon,…

MicroProse takes command of Battlefield Commander WWII with major update and new trailer MicroProse is back doing what it does best — bringing strategy to the front lines. The publisher has taken over Battlefield Commander WWII, a tactical RTS from indie developer Sword of Steel that’s shaping up to be a must-watch title for fans of old-school real-time warfare with a modern twist. A return to the frontline Battlefield Commander WWII focuses on battlefield tactics rather than micromanagement.

MicroProse takes command of Battlefield Commander WWII with major update and new trailer

MicroProse is back doing what it does best — bringing strategy to the front lines. The publisher has taken over Battlefield Commander WWII, a tactical RTS from indie developer Sword of Steel that’s shaping up…

Podcast: Why everyone misunderstood Cannon Fodder This week's podcast brings you a look at the latest retro gaming news, with everything from new Atari 50 DLC to the eyesore that is the Super Pocket Capcom special Kith edition. Seriously, don't look at it. The main feature this week is an appraisal of Cannon Fodder's anti-war message. Yes, it's there, it's not buried too far, and it's pretty sobering, actually.

Podcast: Why everyone misunderstood Cannon Fodder

This week's podcast brings you a look at the latest retro gaming news, with everything from new Atari 50 DLC to the eyesore that is the Super Pocket Capcom special Kith edition. Seriously, don't look at it. The main feature this week is an…

Remember the Fallen with Cannon Fodder Video games have glorified war, but there is one exception that doesn't get the credit it really deserves... It is Armistice Day here in the UK, a day in which services take place across the country to remember the sacrifices of soldiers, sailors, airmen, and other service personnel in wars, conflicts, and attacks. I wanted to look at the one war-related game that I feel offers the right balance of violence and respect.

Remember the Fallen with Cannon Fodder

Video games have glorified war, but there is one exception that doesn't get the credit it really deserves... It is Armistice Day here in the UK, a day in which services take place across the country to remember the sacrifices of soldiers, sailors, airmen, and…

Evercade hardware showcase covers everything from Keychains to Super Pocket Blaze Entertainment has dropped a new video highlighting the full lineup of current Evercade hardware, giving collectors and retro fans a chance to see every device in action. From the portable EXP and tabletop-friendly VS, to the handy keychain units, Alpha, and the Super Pocket, the video is essentially a guided tour of the Evercade ecosystem.

Evercade hardware showcase covers everything from Keychains to Super Pocket

Blaze Entertainment has dropped a new video highlighting the full lineup of current Evercade hardware, giving collectors and retro fans a chance to see every device in action. From the portable EXP and tabletop-friendly…

D7VK brings classic DirectX games to life on Linux If you’ve ever tried to boot a late-90s PC game on modern hardware, you know the frustration: crashes, black screens, or graphics that render like abstract art. The era of Direct3D 7 games has long been a compatibility nightmare. Now D7VK, a community-driven translation layer, is tackling that problem — and it could be a game changer for Linux and Steam Deck users.

D7VK brings classic DirectX games to life on Linux

If you’ve ever tried to boot a late-90s PC game on modern hardware, you know the frustration: crashes, black screens, or graphics that render like abstract art. The era of Direct3D 7 games has long been a compatibility nightmare. Now D7VK, a…

Is this the ugliest handheld ever? Capcom Super Pocket gets Kit(c)h makeover Blaze Entertainment is stretching the Super Pocket formula in an unexpected direction: designer streetwear! A limited-edition Capcom Super Pocket has been unveiled, created in partnership with New York fashion brand Kith — a bold design twist that pushes the handheld into lifestyle territory. For anyone already familiar with the HyperMegaTech and Evercade ecosystem (or already carrying a…

Is this the ugliest handheld ever?

Capcom Super Pocket gets Kit(c)h makeover Blaze Entertainment is stretching the Super Pocket formula in an unexpected direction: designer streetwear! A limited-edition Capcom Super Pocket has been unveiled, created in partnership with New York fashion brand Kith…

Lunar Lander and Bad Dudes Quarter Arcades cabinets now available If your desk, shelf, or entire house is already turning into a shrine to classic arcade hardware, Quarter Arcades has just given you two more reasons to rearrange everything. The company has launched Lunar Lander and Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja in fully playable quarter-scale form. Quarter Arcades has built a following by reproducing machines that feel more like tiny museum exhibits than toys.

Lunar Lander and Bad Dudes Quarter Arcades cabinets now available

If your desk, shelf, or entire house is already turning into a shrine to classic arcade hardware, Quarter Arcades has just given you two more reasons to rearrange everything. The company has launched Lunar Lander and Bad Dudes Vs.…

Prime Gaming’s November haul hides a few retro gems — but don’t expect them on Luna Amazon Prime’s monthly game drop is usually a mixed bag of genres, platforms, and the odd curiosity. November’s selection is no different — 13 games spread across four Thursdays — but if you’re a retro-minded player hunting for genuine pre-2010 classics, there are a few worth claiming before they disappear. The retro picks worth your time Buried beneath modern indies and sprawling AAAs are three historically significant titles that pre-date 2010 — and two of them are foundational pieces of RPG history.

Prime Gaming’s November haul hides a few retro gems — but don’t expect them on Luna

Amazon Prime’s monthly game drop is usually a mixed bag of genres, platforms, and the odd curiosity. November’s selection is no different — 13 games spread across four Thursdays — but if you’re a retro-minded…

Atari Gamestation Go: Retro ambition meets real-world compromise The MyArcade Atari Gamestation Go offers games and input methods galore, but in a competitive marketplace, does it stand out? If you’re a hardcore Atari fan or someone who values unique controls above everything else, the Gamestation Go presents an intriguing proposition: over 200 built-in games, paddle and trackball controls, numpad, D-pad and face buttons — a mobile Atari museum in your hands.

Atari Gamestation Go: Retro ambition meets real-world compromise

The MyArcade Atari Gamestation Go offers games and input methods galore, but in a competitive marketplace, does it stand out? If you’re a hardcore Atari fan or someone who values unique controls above everything else, the Gamestation…

AYANEO Pocket Air Mini aims for pure retro gaming nostalgia with a 4:3 screen AYANEO has announced its newest handheld, the Pocket Air Mini, and this one’s aimed squarely at retro purists. Forget widescreen. Forget flagship specs. This Android-based handheld brings back the classic 4:3 display — that perfect old-school ratio for 8-bit and 16-bit gaming — while promising portability, nostalgia, and affordability in one slick little package. I've never tried an Anbernic or an AYANEO handheld, so I'm interested to see how this one turns out for them.

AYANEO Pocket Air Mini aims for pure retro gaming nostalgia with a 4:3 screen

AYANEO has announced its newest handheld, the Pocket Air Mini, and this one’s aimed squarely at retro purists. Forget widescreen. Forget flagship specs. This Android-based handheld brings back the classic 4:3 display —…

BloodRayne: Definitive Collection sinks its fangs into consoles Ziggurat Interactive and Strictly Limited Games are teaming up to give BloodRayne fans something they’ve been craving for years: the Definitive Collection, bundling all three of the iconic action-horror titles into one physical release for the first time. Set for Xbox Series, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 (along with previous gen systems), BloodRayne: Definitive Collection includes BloodRayne: ReVamped…

BloodRayne: Definitive Collection sinks its fangs into consoles

Ziggurat Interactive and Strictly Limited Games are teaming up to give BloodRayne fans something they’ve been craving for years: the Definitive Collection, bundling all three of the iconic action-horror titles into one physical…

PlayStation 2 perfection: PCSX2 hits 99.5% game compatibility The fact the PCSX2 emulator exists pretty much explains why I rarely power up my PlayStation 2. It’s taken more than two decades, but the PlayStation 2’s library is now almost completely preserved — at least in emulated form. The developers behind PCSX2, the long-running PS2 emulator, have announced that the project now supports over 99.5% of all known PS2 titles…

PlayStation 2 perfection: PCSX2 hits 99.5% game compatibility

The fact the PCSX2 emulator exists pretty much explains why I rarely power up my PlayStation 2. It’s taken more than two decades, but the PlayStation 2’s library is now almost completely preserved — at least in emulated form. The…

Stunt Car Racer for the Commodore 128 adds speed As classic games go, Stunt Car Racer is one of the stand-out titles on the Commodore 64, but it never really took advantage of the C128's hardware... until now. A developer, known as cobbpg, has issued a Commodore 128 update of the game, which is notably faster than the game I would load from cassette. Originally developed by Geoff Crammond, …

Stunt Car Racer for the Commodore 128 adds speed

As classic games go, Stunt Car Racer is one of the stand-out titles on the Commodore 64, but it never really took advantage of the C128's hardware... until now. A developer, known as cobbpg, has issued a Commodore 128 update of the game, which is…

abxylute’s magnetic gamepad goes to Kickstarter If your thumbs are fatigued from endless mobile swipes, and you’ve been hankering for a console-style controller that works with your phone, you’ll want to keep an eye on the abxylute M4 Snap-On Mobile Gamepad. It’s just launched on Kickstarter and could turn your phone into a genuine gaming rig. It's magnetic! The device is already live via abxylute.com…

abxylute’s magnetic gamepad goes to Kickstarter

If your thumbs are fatigued from endless mobile swipes, and you’ve been hankering for a console-style controller that works with your phone, you’ll want to keep an eye on the abxylute M4 Snap-On Mobile Gamepad. It’s just launched on Kickstarter and…

Atari 50 DLC Namco Legendary Pack coming next week It turns out Atari 50 isn’t done celebrating just yet. The acclaimed Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration is getting a major content boost with new DLC, this time the Namco Legendary Pack, an expansion that dives deep into the shared history between Atari and Namco — two of the biggest names in early video gaming. This new pack adds an interactive timeline and a fresh collection of classic games, with a focus on Namco’s hits that appeared on Atari hardware, and it is landing…

Atari 50 DLC Namco Legendary Pack coming next week

It turns out Atari 50 isn’t done celebrating just yet. The acclaimed Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration is getting a major content boost with new DLC, this time the Namco Legendary Pack, an expansion that dives deep into the shared history…

Arcade Archives brings Namco’s Tokyo Wars to modern consoles You can grab Tokyo Wars now on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and Xbox Series. Retro arcade fans, fire up your tanks — Namco’s 1996 armoured brawler Tokyo Wars has rolled back into action. Hamster Corporation is adding the classic to its Arcade Archives lineup, with launches confirmed for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch…

Arcade Archives brings Namco’s Tokyo Wars to modern consoles

You can grab Tokyo Wars now on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and Xbox Series. Retro arcade fans, fire up your tanks — Namco’s 1996 armoured brawler Tokyo Wars has rolled back into action. Hamster Corporation is…

Arduboy FX-C: Pocket-sized retro handheld launches and sells out The Arduboy FX-C has officially landed, but the credit-card-sized console has already sold out of its most basic edition. For those unfamiliar, the Arduboy started life as a DIY-friendly, black-and-white handheld powered by Arduino hardware. Designed by Kevin Bates, it’s been the go-to device for tinkerers who love making — and playing — tiny retro games that feel like they’ve jumped straight out of the Game Boy era.

Arduboy FX-C: Pocket-sized retro handheld launches and sells out

The Arduboy FX-C has officially landed, but the credit-card-sized console has already sold out of its most basic edition. For those unfamiliar, the Arduboy started life as a DIY-friendly, black-and-white handheld powered by Arduino…

Astra Protocol Remake enters beta — retro space survival gets overhauled South Yorkshire-based indie studio Slice Bar Games has officially pushed Astra Protocol Remake into beta, marking a huge milestone for the project. The announcement comes alongside a brand-new trailer that gives us a proper look at the revamped visuals — and yes, it’s looking as gloriously retro-futuristic as ever. You can jump into the beta now via Itch.io, with Slice Bar inviting players to download the latest build, play through it, and share feedback to help fine-tune the final release.

Astra Protocol Remake enters beta — retro space survival gets overhauled

South Yorkshire-based indie studio Slice Bar Games has officially pushed Astra Protocol Remake into beta, marking a huge milestone for the project. The announcement comes alongside a brand-new trailer that gives us a proper…

Terminator 2D: No Fate delayed to December 12 as Reef Entertainment finishes physical editions Fans waiting to blast through the future war in Terminator 2D: No Fate will need to hang on a little longer. Developer and publisher Reef Entertainment has announced that the long-awaited side-scrolling action game has been delayed once again — this time to December 12, 2025 — for both its digital and physical editions. In a statement released this week, Reef thanked players for their patience, confirming that the physical components for all collector’s editions have finally arrived.

Terminator 2D: No Fate delayed to December 12 as Reef Entertainment finishes physical editions

Fans waiting to blast through the future war in Terminator 2D: No Fate will need to hang on a little longer. Developer and publisher Reef Entertainment has announced that the long-awaited side-scrolling…

Podcast: System 3 turns 43, Remembering Vendetta on the C64 This week, some thoughts on System 3’s Vendetta, as the company celebrates its 43rd anniversary. While contemporaries folded or ended up swallowed by bigger publishers, System 3 has managed to remain independent. That’s quite an achievement. My own experience with the company was via International Karate+, The Last Ninja 3, and Vendetta, a game I felt was more like an action movie than anything else I'd played.

Podcast: System 3 turns 43, Remembering Vendetta on the C64

This week, some thoughts on System 3’s Vendetta, as the company celebrates its 43rd anniversary. While contemporaries folded or ended up swallowed by bigger publishers, System 3 has managed to remain independent. That’s quite an…

Limited Run Games opens pre-orders for The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit on PS5, Switch, and NES Prepare yourself for a glorious blast of pixelated profanity — The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit is getting the full Limited Run Games treatment. Physical pre-orders for the retro-inspired action platformer are now live on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and yes — the original NES. Developed by Programancer (of Prison City and The Transylvania Adventure of Simon Quest…

Limited Run Games opens pre-orders for The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit on PS5, Switch, and NES

Prepare yourself for a glorious blast of pixelated profanity — The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit is getting the full Limited Run Games treatment. Physical pre-orders for the retro-inspired action…

Limited Run Games turns 10 with huge LRG3 2025 showcase – including He-Man, Onimusha 2, and more! Limited Run Games just hit the big 1-0, and they’re celebrating in the best possible way — with more retro goodness than most of us have shelf space for. The publisher’s annual LRG3 showcase, streamed on October 29, dropped over 30 new announcements, featuring everything from long-lost 16-bit gems to long-awaited modern physical editions. Among the highlights? He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction…

Limited Run Games turns 10 with huge LRG3 2025 showcase – including He-Man, Onimusha 2, and more!

Limited Run Games just hit the big 1-0, and they’re celebrating in the best possible way — with more retro goodness than most of us have shelf space for. The publisher’s annual LRG3 showcase, streamed…

Roadwarden: I’m trapped in someone else’s story but I like it here A world of goblins and dragons, a choice of character specialities, and the threads of a mystery. If the size of the undiscovered map is anything to go by, I'm nowhere near getting to the end of Roadwarden, but I like it. Furthermore, I'm here to tell you why you should pick it up on Nintendo Switch. I was a big fan of text and graphical text adventures as a kid.

Roadwarden: I’m trapped in someone else’s story but I like it here

A world of goblins and dragons, a choice of character specialities, and the threads of a mystery. If the size of the undiscovered map is anything to go by, I'm nowhere near getting to the end of Roadwarden, but I like it.…