Retro Gaming News
“I didn’t know anything about what other people in the gaming industry were doing”. In December 1996, Sony Computer Entertainment published the video game PaRappa the Rapper in Japan – a groundbreaking title about a paper-thin rapping dog on a quest to win the heart of his beloved (a humanoid flower named Sunny Funny). Developed…
generated a unique subculture of competitive online platforms. These environments borrow heavily from the spirit of arcade leaderboards, but with an added layer of incentive—real-world prizes. By blending free-to-play gaming models with sweepstakes systems, several operators have carved out a compelling niche. These platforms simulate casino-style play using virtual currencies while creating genuine competition through…
PC games emerged as a viable alternative to console and arcade games during the 20th century. However, it took some time before the PC took off as a game platform. Atari dominated the 1970s and early 1980s, and the rise of Nintendo consoles in the 1980s further changed the gaming landscape. Early DOS PC Games…
Say hello to Discrete Orange. Incube8 Games and indie dev Tardigrade have announced a new turn-based puzzler platformer for the Game Boy Advance, entitled Discrete Orange. Described as offering a “one-of-a-kind gameplay mechanic”, Discrete Orange placed 2nd Overall at GBA Jam 2024 and takes place in a turn-based environment, where things only move when your…
Anti-grav action. The 3DO promised to revolutionise the video game industry when it launched in 1993, and, in many ways, it lived up to its promise. It was the first next-gen gaming system to come with a CD-ROM built-in and leveraged that technology to bring us FMV sequences and CD-quality sound—as well as impressive 3D…
CHICAGO, IL – March 18, 2025 – In collaboration with Marvel, Stern Pinball, Inc., announces a full line of Venom pinball machine accessories compatible with the Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition (LE) models. Choose your accessory, change the Venom pinball experience with these newly available upgrades that will level up your game. The Symbiote Containment…
‘Super Famicom Power Hour Flashback’ airs on April 23rd. Nintendo’s Satellaview add-on for the Super Famicom / SNES was an attempt to get players online long before the internet existed, and was based around tuning in to satellite broadcasts. Via this system, Nintendo distributed many unique titles—including Zelda and F-Zero entries—and while it never left…
“I had heard that the Burning Rangers were amazing”. If you’ve played Sega’s amazing Burning Rangers, then you’ll know a big part of the game revolves around rescuing people from flaming structures. Once saved, these grateful individuals will send you mail in which they thank you for your service and generally keep you updated on…
Part of the second season of games. Playdate maker Panic has just revealed some of the games which will make up the handheld console’s second season of content (thanks, Polygon). Perhaps the highlight of the season is Fulcrum Defender, created by FTL: Faster than Light and Into the Breach developer Subset Games. Read the full…
And it only costs a dollar! Sega’s Super Scaler racers from the ’80s hold a special place in the heart of many a gamer, and Hang-On (and its ‘Super‘ sequel) are especially beloved. Boasting two-wheeled racing action that’s impressively fast even by modern standards, the Hang-On series sired many imitators—but the most recent is notable…