Retro Gaming News
Potential collab in the works? Music star Abel Makkonen Tesfaye – better known as The Weeknd – has made no secret of his love of Michael Jackson, and cites the late pop sensation as a key influence on his music. The multi-million selling Canadian artist – famous for tracks such as Blinding Lights, Can’t Feel…
Static Photos Stopped Feeling Enough After Users Saw Characters Move Image generation satisfied users initially. Photorealistic faces looked convincing. But static images felt limiting after months of conversations. People wanted to watch their AI girlfriend smile, turn her head, or react naturally during interactions. Video technology promises to transform digital companionship completely. An AI girlfriend…
“If you let British English in… it’s not going to sell in America”. We were recently fortunate enough to sit down with Richard Honeywood, a true legend in the world of video game localisation, who has worked at companies such as Seibu Kaihatsu, Square Enix, and Blizzard. During his time at Square Enix, he was…
“I’ll see you again, somewhere down the road”. Sandy Duncan, who served as Vice President of Xbox’s Europe division, has passed away, we’re sad to report. Duncan held the role at Xbox until 2002, and in 2005, he founded YoYo Games Ltd, the creator of GameMaker: Studio. Read the full article on timeextension.com “I’ll see…
Investing in a gaming PC is rarely about just playing today’s top titles. It is about securing a platform that will deliver high-quality experiences for years to come. Building for longevity requires a different philosophy than simply chasing the lowest possible price or the highest theoretical benchmark number. Builders focused on enduring quality, such asHyper…
“People saw me sleeping in the office every night and coming up like a zombie. Since its original release in 1998, Square’s science-fiction RPG Xenogears has achieved a reputation as one of the company’s best games for the original PlayStation, thanks to its complex and multi-layered story that weaves in elements of psychology, philosophy, and…
Releases in Japan this July. In the Japanese version of today’s Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, Nintendo announced a new collection from Konami featuring various Goemon games across Nintendo Famicom, Super Famicom, and Game Boy. Ganbare Goemon! Daishuugou will be released on July 2nd, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, and is set to include 13 games in…
Also, Console Archives is announced. Hamster has revealed during today’s Nintendo Direct that Namco’s 1995 arcade title Rave Racer is headed to home consoles – 31 years after it launched. Part of the Ridge Racer series, Rave Racer was initially intended to be ported to PC shortly after its coin-op debut, but the plan never…
The evolution of digital games has come a long way since the early days of arcade machines. From pixelated classics like Pac-Man and Space Invaders to the advanced, immersive experiences offered by modern online casinos, gaming has undergone a tremendous transformation. Players now have access to a world of entertainment at their fingertips, with a…
Interactive game play can be an exciting and engaging way to unwind, challenge yourself, and even connect with friends and strangers around the world. From mobile games and online multiplayer experiences to real money gaming platforms, there’s a wide universe of digital entertainment available. But with great entertainment comes the responsibility to play safely and…