👾 Retro Gaming Weekly News #0119
21st October 2024
In a bumper news week. Get ready for Analogue 3D preorders, new retro releases, and a Game Boy Color horror compilation! Plus, Banjo-Tooie lands on Switch and Sega opens a Tokyo store.
News
🎮 Preorders for Analogue 3D, the 4K Nintendo 64 console, start Monday, bringing retro gaming into the modern age with stunning visuals. [CNET] Link
🕹️ Analogue 3D proves what we all feared: the Nintendo 64 controller was the stuff of ergonomic nightmares. [Wired] Link
👻 Metamorphosis Collection, the first-ever Game Boy Color horror compilation, is now available for a spooky handheld experience. [GoNintendo] (below) Link
📼 An unreleased SNES remake of Game Freak’s debut, Quinty, has leaked online, offering a rare glimpse into early game development. [Time Extension] Link
👾 The legendary designer of the NES and SNES consoles departs Nintendo after 38 remarkable years. [Telegrafi] Link
🐻 Banjo-Tooie is swinging onto Switch Online next week, delighting fans of the classic platformer. [My Nintendo News] Link
💾 MSX0 may soon get emulation support for the Nintendo Famicom, PC Engine, and more, expanding retro gaming options. [Time Extension] Link
🕵️♂️ Yes, Final Fight MD will finally include the elusive level that was cut from the SNES version. [Time Extension] Link
🛍️ Sega announces plans for an official store in Tokyo, Japan, offering a treasure trove of retro and modern goodies. [NintendoSoup] Link
🖥️ Here’s your first blurry look at SuperSega’s PCB – a sneak peek into the future of retro gaming tech. [Time Extension] (below) Link
🔫 Polymega’s long-awaited light gun may finally be shipping soon, bringing retro shooting games back into the spotlight. [Time Extension] Link
🦔 Sonic the Hedgehog 3 opens the door for two major characters to make their long-anticipated return. [Game Rant] Link
💻 Valis: The Fantasm Soldier Collection is making its way to PC, reigniting the magic of this retro action series. [Niche Gamer] Link
🕹️ Nightdive Studios is reviving a cult classic 3DO game from 1996, breathing new life into this forgotten gem. [Engadget] Link
💥 Tron Catalyst’s new game reveal brings the digital frontier back with a modern twist on an iconic world. [CBR] Link
🕹️ Double Dragon and Atari classics have landed in the palm of your hand, giving you a pocket-sized trip down memory lane. [TechSpot] Link
🎩 Neo Geo classic Magician Lord is getting a tentative fan port to the NEC SuperGrafx, offering a magical retro revival. [Time Extension] Link
Features
🗡️ Dragon Quest 3’s new HD-2D visuals get a side-by-side comparison with the original graphics, showing off its stylish glow-up. [Siliconera] Link
🎮 A YouTuber is attempting the impossible: to play every video game ever made – that’s one wild backlog! [NME] Link
💻 Rumours swirl that the upcoming Nintendo Museum might be using PC emulation to bring classics like Super Mario to life. [TweakTown] Link
👻 Busted! Explore the debunked urban myths that had gamers spooked, from cartridge secrets to haunted arcades. [GameRant] Link
📺 Fable gets a retro makeover with a Game Boy Color demake that’ll hit you right in the nostalgia feels. [itch.io] Link
🛰️ A Japan-exclusive Satellaview version of Advance Wars has been fully preserved, bringing a rare gem to modern audiences. [Time Extension] Link
🎤 Green Day’s ‘Dookie’ album is getting a remastered version… for the Nintendo Game Boy! Punk rock, meet chiptune. [VG247] (below) Link
🏹 The unofficial SNES port of Kid Icarus is getting even more updates, making it a must-play for fans of the angelic archer. [Time Extension] Link
🏛️ Lara Croft’s iconic Tomb Raider franchise has now sold over 100 million copies, securing her spot as gaming royalty. [Time Extension] Link
🕹️ Hands-on preview: HyperMegaTech brings back the retro vibes with Super Pocket Techns and Atari Editions – portable nostalgia in your pocket. [Time Extension] Link
💨 Windjammers Sega Mega Drive/Genesis port is coming along fantastically, promising to keep those discs flying! [Time Extension] Link
🔎 A deep dive into Sega’s downfall in the console wars, and how a few bad decisions turned a giant into an underdog. [Cultured Vultures] Link
🎄 Get your gaming spirit ready for the holidays with these awesome video game-themed ornaments for your Christmas tree. [GameSpot] Link
Lists & Rankings
🎮 Explore the greatest games that came bundled with consoles, from iconic platformers to unforgettable adventures. [CBR] Link
🎯 A look into gaming’s past: Discover the genres that have faded from the mainstream but left a lasting legacy. [Hardcore Gamer] Link
🎮 Sega Mega Drive’s top 5 games: A nostalgic trip through the ultimate classics that defined a generation. Link
That N64 thang is so cool! I would love one for Dreamcast or PS1