nintendo

2026-04-17 13:00:00

"I Knew There Was Something Special Here" - Retro Collector Makes History By Resurrecting Rare Nintendo Coin-Op

'Wild Gunman' was originally released in Japan back in 1974.

We have some remarkable news for fans of Nintendo's early arcade history. A retro collector has recently come into possession of rare 16mm film reels of Nintendo's early arcade coin-op Wild Gunman (not to be confused with the NES black box title of the same name), and has since gone to the incredible effort of producing a working version of the game, which he intends to show off at an event in Ontario, Canada.

Callan Brown (better known as 74XX Arcade Repair online) shared how he first came across the reels in a new video, entitled "WILD GUNMAN: Resurrecting Nintendo's First Coin-Op on its 50th Anniversary." In this video, he went over the background of the machine and its significance, as well as the incredible steps he took to not only get the film reels properly scanned but to develop his own recreation of the classic machine with modern technology.

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snes

2026-04-15 13:00:00

This Popular PSP SNES Emulator Is Getting Revived After Eight Years Away

New languages and 90% faster folder game loading.

The PSP SNES emulator Snes9xTYL is being resurrected, it has been revealed.

The last official release on GitHub was in 2018, but @SrLinguicaVIVE has reported that esmjanus's emulator has been forked by a developer called OniMock.

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nes

2026-04-10 09:30:00

"I've Never Seen Anything Like This" - This Freshly Released Punch-Out!! NES Prototype Has Historians Stumped

The pre-Tyson build has now been dumped online.

A rare pre-Mike Tyson prototype of Nintendo's 1987 NES title, Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!!, has appeared online, giving "a basically unheard of" insight into the early development of a first-party Nintendo game, while stumping historians in the process.

The NES prototype cartridge was shown off yesterday in a video uploaded to the Video Game History Foundation's YouTube channel, where the foundation's founder and director, Frank Cifaldi, stated, "I've never seen anything like this" in his 25-plus years of handling and studying NES prototypes.

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snes

2026-04-09 09:00:00

A Classic RPG Series Is Being Revived In Japan, After Almost 31 Years

It's time to show 'Aretha' a little respect!

Edia, the Japanese company known for its retro compilations, is currently working on a new collection that brings together three Super Famicom RPGs from the Japanese publisher Yanoman Corporation.

Aretha Collection 1993-1995 is being developed for PS5, PS4, and Nintendo Switch, and is set to include Aretha the Super Famicom (1993), Aretha II: Ariel no Fushigi-na Tabi (1994), and Rejoice: Aretha Oukoku no Kanata (1995).

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2026-04-04 19:00:00

DSpico, The World's First Open-Source Nintendo DS Flash Cart, Is Now Being Sold Commercially

Update: On sale now as a complete retail product.

A new Nintendo DS / DSi flash cart is on the way, thanks to LNH Team.

Designed by LNH Team, "a group of enthusiasts dedicated to preserving classic consoles and software, restoring lost hardware and creating innovative projects to keep their legacy alive," the DSpico project is comprised of two parts: the open-source cartridge itself, and an app launcher which is compatible with existing DS flash cart options already on the market.

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2026-04-03 09:00:00

"It's A Glitch That Makes Anything Possible" - Super Mario Bros. Gives Up Its Biggest Secret After 40 Years

"It's more so about the achievement of making it possible and solving it".

Super Mario Bros., as we know, is now over 40 years old – so you'd expect every secret contained within the game's code to have been uncovered by this point.

However, as reported by Polygon, a new glitch was recently found in Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels which caused quite a kerfuffle. Twitter user @LuigiSidekick discovered that The Lost Levels crashes during a castle level – something which might not sound all that exciting until you take into account that crashes don't necessarily happen randomly; they're an indication of glitches or exploits within the code which can potentially be used to the player's benefit.

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atari

2026-03-31 17:00:00

Gallery: "A Mechanical Console For The Wrist" - Nubeo's Latest Watch Is A $470 Statement For True Atari Fans

"A celebration of colour and culture".

Nubeo's line of gaming-related timepieces has caught my eye on more than one occasion – its Space Invaders and Asteroids watches being two notable examples – and now the company is back with another Atari collaboration, this time paying tribute to the "iconic design language of classic Atari consoles."

The $470 Torrent Automatic Atari Rainbow Limited Edition wristwatch boasts a textured dial and "console-inspired crown," and, from the stainless steel casing to the coated sapphire lens, "every detail channels the visual DNA of one of gaming’s most legendary brands," according to Nubeo. "A playable memory. A mechanical console for the wrist. A celebration of colour and culture."

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nintendo

2026-03-31 14:30:00

This N64 Flash Cart Has A Built-In Screen That Shows Which Game Is Running

Genius!

We don't really pay much attention to them these days because they're now hidden away inside your gaming system, but once upon a time, cartridge labels were on full display whenever you were playing a game.

With the exception of the NES, pretty much every classic system had the cartridge protruding out of the casing, allowing you to see at a glance what game you had loaded at any given time.

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nintendo

2026-03-31 12:00:00

This Game Boy Cart Uses ChatGPT To Create "Personalised Scenarios Tailored To Each Player"

Do You Like?/ offers "limitless branching scenarios".

Shoppers in Akihabara have spotted a new Game Boy Color game on store shelves which appears to bridge the gap between retro gaming and modern technology in a manner which might not find favour with everyone.

Developed by Nanu, Do You Like?/ is described as a "mystery adventure for Game Boy Color-compatible devices, where AI reveals the truth." It was successfully funded via Kickstarter to the tune of ¥2,036,201 (almost $13,000).

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nintendo

2026-03-31 09:00:00

New Analogue 3D Update Is Great News For People Who Use N64 Flash Carts

"Advanced Library detection for variable game headers".

Analogue has issued another firmware update for its Analogue 3D system, and this one brings with it a huge improvement for those of you using flash carts to play your games, like the EverDrive or SummerCart 64.

As detailed in the patch notes for update 1.2.4, the Analogue 3D is now capable of detecting when game headers change.

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nes

2026-03-30 13:00:00

This Incredible NES "Homage" Turns The Best-Selling Console Of The 1980s Into A Musical Instrument

Introducing the "NES-SY2.0".

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you crossed a MIDI-synth with the best-selling console of the 1980s?

Well then, look no further than the NES-SY2.0, an exciting new project from the Swedish designer and instrument maker, Love Hultén (h/t: yoshinokentarou for the spot!).

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nintendo

2026-03-30 08:00:00

"Non-AI" Translation Patch For Xenosaga I & II On DS Launches Today

To mark the game's 20th birthday.

A Japan-only release in the Xenosaga series is getting an English-language patch today, thanks to the efforts of Vector Translations.

Xenosaga I & II was released on the Nintendo DS in Japan in 2006, and recalls the events of Xenosaga Episode I and Xenosaga Episode II.

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nintendo

2026-03-26 15:05:00

You Can Now Check If A Game Boy Cart Is Fake Using Your Smartphone And This Awesome Device

Epilogue's new Retrace app could save you a fortune.

We covered Epliogue's amazing GB Operator a while back, and found it a great way to combine your physical collection of Game Boy carts with the comfort and functionality of modern emulation.

The adapter is capable of accepting Game Boy, Game Boy Color and Game Boy Advance cartridges, and runs them on your computer under emulation. Epilogue has a SNES version in the works, but that hasn't stopped it from expanding the features of the original Game Boy model.

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nes

2026-03-25 14:05:00

'Dragon Quest' And 'Shining' Legend Is Creating A Famicom RPG With Characters "Left Behind" By The Late Yoshitaka Tamaki

Kan Naito is bringing 'Lady Stalker 2D' to Nintendo's 8-bit console.

It has been announced that Kan Naito is developing a new NES / Famicom RPG called Lady Stalker 2D, and that it will feature character designs created by the late Yoshitaka Tamaki, who sadly passed away in 2023.

Both Naito and Tamaki worked at Climax Entertainment on titles such as Shining in the Darkness (1991), Landstalker (1992) and Lady Stalker (1995), the latter title being the inspiration behind this new effort.

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snes

2026-03-24 13:00:00

This New SNES Mod Offers Razor-Sharp Digital HD Output

1080p from original hardware.

Of all the aftermarket modifications available for retro systems, the ability to retrofit digital video output is perhaps the most appealing for many players.

Simply put, this mod enables these analogue systems to output a true digital signal to your modern-day television, allowing you to run games at HD resolution.

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atari

2026-03-24 12:00:00

"Holy S**t... It Was A Miracle" — Brenda Romero On The "Crazy" Story Behind Atari's Xbox-Exclusive Dungeons & Dragons' Game

"'Where the f**k am I gonna put a store?".

When you think of Dungeons & Dragons, there are certain expectations that immediately spring to mind, such as roleplaying, progression, epic loot, and elaborate quests filled with non-playable characters to interact with.

All of these are at the heart of what makes the tabletop role-playing game so beloved, allowing people to create their own characters and have a ton of freedom in how they interact with the world.

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2026-03-24 11:00:00

You Can Now Sail Zelda: Wind Waker's Oceans In Your Web Browser

Water surprise!

Zelda: The Wind Waker may have caused some drama when it was officially announced, but it has gone on to become one of the most beloved entries in the entire series – so the fact that I can now sail around its oceans in my web browser is very welcome news indeed.

Thanks to the efforts of Robin Payot, Wind Waker's sea-based portion has been remade in Three.js, an open-source project which helps create lightweight, cross-browser 3D experiences.

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snes

2026-03-24 10:00:00

"I'm Officially Debunking The Myth" - Homebrew Dev Thinks A "Faithful" SNES King Of Fighters Is Possible

King of the hill.

While The King of Fighters did find its way onto one Nintendo system back in the 1990s, it was perhaps the wrong one: the Game Boy.

SNK's popular three-on-three fighter was one of the biggest arcade hits of its era, but ports were mostly limited to 32-bit systems, like the Saturn and PS1, at least initially.

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snes

2026-03-23 12:00:00

"Let's See How This Goes" - Mega Man 2 Could Soon Be Getting The Proper SNES Upgrade We've All Been Waiting For

With a new 16-bit makeover & a "true, SPC700 soundtrack".

A new fan-made NES-to-SNES port of Mega Man 2 is currently in development, courtesy of the homebrew developer Infidelity.

Infidelity revealed the news on social media this past weekend, announcing that he is aiming to implement proper 16-bit graphics and a "true, SPC700 soundtrack" to create his "own custom SNES game" — something he's been hoping to do ever since December 2022.

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2026-03-21 10:00:00

Anniversary: 25 Years Ago, Nintendo Put SNES Games In The Palm Of Your Hand With The GBA

Advanced age.

Nintendo's Game Boy Advance handheld is now 25 years old.

The system launched in Japan on March 21st, 2001, alongside titles such as Castlevania: Circle of the Moon, F-Zero Maximum Velocity and Konami Krazy Racers.

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2026-03-20 13:05:00

"The [NES] Is Not Gonna Go On Forever" - Forget GDC 2026, Take A Trip Back In Time With Recordings From The 1989 Event

"Available for the first time in 37 years".

The dust has only just settled on the 2026 edition of the Game Developers Conference, but The Video Game History Foundation is giving us the chance to blissfully drift back in time to the third such instalment of the (Computer) Games Developer Conference, recorded on audio tape and now finally preserved for future generations to enjoy.

Held in May 1989 at the Sunnyvale Hilton Hotel and featuring discussions with industry legends such as Danielle Bunten Berry, Bing Gordon, Chris Crawford, Richard Garriott, Steve Cartwright, Noah Falstein, Trip Hawkins, and Joe Miller, CGDC 1989's 300-person turnout might sound somewhat inconsequential by modern standards, but it's fair to say that some of the most important people in games were there, and the topics of the day are endlessly fascinating.

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2026-03-20 09:00:00

"The Wii Has Been An Incredibly Important System To The History Of Video Games" - RetroAchievements Adds Wii Support

Update: Achievements now live!

If you've ever been playing your favourite Nintendo Wii game on an emulator and wished there was support for Steam-style achievements to give you that added push to conquer every mode and exploit every possibility, then we have some exciting news to share with you.

Yesterday, the folks behind RetroAchievements, the volunteer group responsible for injecting retro achievements into a wide range of classic games for older platforms, announced it would be introducing retro achievement support for the Nintendo Wii starting next year, on March 19th, 2026.

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2026-03-19 16:30:00

Hands On: 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller – Now With Extra N64 Energy

Colour me excited.

When a review sample of the 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller was offered to me, I had to admit I wasn't all that excited initially – after all, this is the same pad which shipped alongside the Analogue 3D, so I'm already intimately familiar with how it feels.

However, after a few seconds, my rose-tinted enthusiasm was triggered by that new colour scheme, which is based on the original N64 controller from Nintendo.

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2026-03-19 12:00:00

"Is This My NES' Final Form?" - Retro Gamer Shows Off The Most Pimped-Out Nintendo Entertainment System You've Ever Seen

The ultimate NES for 2026.

One of the things I really love about modern-day retro gaming is the sheer number of aftermarket hardware upgrades available for systems that are now decades old.

From updated power supplies to improved AV connectivity and the ability to load games via SD cards, the world of retrofitted upgrades is fast-moving and packed with innovation – so when someone shows off a system that has been enhanced to the eyeballs, it's worth taking note.

Read the full article on timeextension.com

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2026-03-13 15:15:00

"War Is Not A Video Game" - White House Social Media Post Mixing Iran War Footage With Nintendo's 'Wii Sports' Triggers Outcry

"This has ruined my perception of the Nintendo brand".

The White House social media account is no stranger to leveraging video game imagery in its messaging, and has already used the likes of Pokémon and Halo without permission – almost always resulting in the IP holders of those franchises publicly distancing themselves from the accompanying content.

The White House's latest post mixes footage from the Nintendo Wii game Wii Sports with clips of US and Israeli strikes against Iran, with the message 'Undefeated' flashing up on-screen repeatedly. As the footage runs, showing numerous strikes against targets in Iran, the game's upbeat music plays over the top.

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This Game Boy Cart Uses ChatGPT To Create "Personalised Scenarios Tailored To Each Player"

New Analogue 3D Update Is Great News For People Who Use N64 Flash Carts

This Incredible NES "Homage" Turns The Best-Selling Console Of The 1980s Into A Musical Instrument

"Non-AI" Translation Patch For Xenosaga I & II On DS Launches Today

You Can Now Check If A Game Boy Cart Is Fake Using Your Smartphone And This Awesome Device

'Dragon Quest' And 'Shining' Legend Is Creating A Famicom RPG With Characters "Left Behind" By The Late Yoshitaka Tamaki

This New SNES Mod Offers Razor-Sharp Digital HD Output

"Holy S**t... It Was A Miracle" — Brenda Romero On The "Crazy" Story Behind Atari's Xbox-Exclusive Dungeons & Dragons' Game

You Can Now Sail Zelda: Wind Waker's Oceans In Your Web Browser

"I'm Officially Debunking The Myth" - Homebrew Dev Thinks A "Faithful" SNES King Of Fighters Is Possible

"Let's See How This Goes" - Mega Man 2 Could Soon Be Getting The Proper SNES Upgrade We've All Been Waiting For

Anniversary: 25 Years Ago, Nintendo Put SNES Games In The Palm Of Your Hand With The GBA

"The [NES] Is Not Gonna Go On Forever" - Forget GDC 2026, Take A Trip Back In Time With Recordings From The 1989 Event

"﻿The Wii Has Been An Incredibly Important System To The History Of Video Games" - RetroAchievements Adds Wii Support

Hands On: 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller – Now With Extra N64 Energy

"Is This My NES' Final Form?" - Retro Gamer Shows Off The Most Pimped-Out Nintendo Entertainment System You've Ever Seen

"War Is Not A Video Game" - White House Social Media Post Mixing Iran War Footage With Nintendo's 'Wii Sports' Triggers Outcry

"I Knew There Was Something Special Here" - Retro Collector Makes History By Resurrecting Rare Nintendo Coin-Op

This Popular PSP SNES Emulator Is Getting Revived After Eight Years Away

"I've Never Seen Anything Like This" - This Freshly Released Punch-Out!! NES Prototype Has Historians Stumped

A Classic RPG Series Is Being Revived In Japan, After Almost 31 Years

DSpico, The World's First Open-Source Nintendo DS Flash Cart, Is Now Being Sold Commercially

"It's A Glitch That Makes Anything Possible" - Super Mario Bros. Gives Up Its Biggest Secret After 40 Years

Gallery: "A Mechanical Console For The Wrist" - Nubeo's Latest Watch Is A $470 Statement For True Atari Fans

This N64 Flash Cart Has A Built-In Screen That Shows Which Game Is Running

This Game Boy Cart Uses ChatGPT To Create "Personalised Scenarios Tailored To Each Player"

New Analogue 3D Update Is Great News For People Who Use N64 Flash Carts

This Incredible NES "Homage" Turns The Best-Selling Console Of The 1980s Into A Musical Instrument

"Non-AI" Translation Patch For Xenosaga I & II On DS Launches Today

You Can Now Check If A Game Boy Cart Is Fake Using Your Smartphone And This Awesome Device

'Dragon Quest' And 'Shining' Legend Is Creating A Famicom RPG With Characters "Left Behind" By The Late Yoshitaka Tamaki

This New SNES Mod Offers Razor-Sharp Digital HD Output

"Holy S**t... It Was A Miracle" — Brenda Romero On The "Crazy" Story Behind Atari's Xbox-Exclusive Dungeons & Dragons' Game

You Can Now Sail Zelda: Wind Waker's Oceans In Your Web Browser

"I'm Officially Debunking The Myth" - Homebrew Dev Thinks A "Faithful" SNES King Of Fighters Is Possible

"Let's See How This Goes" - Mega Man 2 Could Soon Be Getting The Proper SNES Upgrade We've All Been Waiting For

Anniversary: 25 Years Ago, Nintendo Put SNES Games In The Palm Of Your Hand With The GBA

"The [NES] Is Not Gonna Go On Forever" - Forget GDC 2026, Take A Trip Back In Time With Recordings From The 1989 Event

"﻿The Wii Has Been An Incredibly Important System To The History Of Video Games" - RetroAchievements Adds Wii Support

Hands On: 8BitDo 64 Bluetooth Controller – Now With Extra N64 Energy

"Is This My NES' Final Form?" - Retro Gamer Shows Off The Most Pimped-Out Nintendo Entertainment System You've Ever Seen

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