Game HistoryTopicMay 7, 2026
Ocarina Of Time Remake Rumors Grow After Star Fox Reveal
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is back in the rumor spotlight, and this time Star Fox is part of t...
3 min read
Latest stories
Fresh Stories
PlayStationNewsMay 25, 2026
This 007 Game Was A Small PS2 Surprise
With 007 First Light close on the horizon, one overlooked Bond adventure from 2008 is worth remembering for its busy action, sharp presentation, and very brief running time.
3 min read
PlayStationTopicMay 25, 2026
Kowloon'S Gate Is Hilltop'S Next PS1 Translation Project
The cult PlayStation adventure is known for its long development, divided reception, and unusually tough translation work.
2 min read
Game HistoryTopicMay 25, 2026
Before Dishonored, Arkane Was Offered Thief 4 And Blade Runner
Dishonored’s road to Dunwall began with two tempting dream projects, a difficult business moment, and a pair of deals that did not come together.
2 min read
Retro ConsolesTopicMay 25, 2026
RetroTINK 5X Launch Edition 4:4:4 Mod Explained
Some early RetroTINK 5X units can be modified for 4:4:4 output, but the useful first step is checking your board revision before thinking about any soldering iron work.
4 min read
EmulatorsNewsMay 24, 2026
PS3 Emulation On PS5 Shows Promise, But CPU Limits Remain
The experiment points to real progress for PS3 classics, while also showing why an official PlayStation emulator may still be a difficult job.
2 min read
NintendoTopicMay 24, 2026
Nex Playground Sets Its Sights On Wii-Level Success
Nex Playground is still a long way from Nintendo Wii numbers, but its creators believe stronger growth, better supply chains, and overseas expansion can move it closer to that dream.
2 min read
Pocket power
Nintendo
Handheld legends, Nintendo hardware, and classic franchise stories.
NintendoTopicMay 24, 2026
Nex Playground Sets Its Sights On Wii-Level Success
Nex Playground is still a long way from Nintendo Wii numbers, but its creators believe stronger growth, better supply chains, and overseas expansion can move it closer to that dream.
2 min read
NintendoTopicMay 24, 2026
Castlevania And Animal Crossing Go Pocket-Sized On Game Boy Color
Two very different classics are being squeezed into a smaller, older frame, with smart changes made for the Game Boy Color format.
2 min read
NintendoTopicMay 21, 2026
Kirby's Dream Land 2 And 3 Fan Port Heads To PC
Grape Garden Games and Team Starfall are preparing a PC demo for Kirby's Dream Land 2+3 with updated presentation, revised levels, and added content.
2 min read
Silver disc era
PlayStation
PS1, PS2, PSP, Vita, and the style that shaped a generation.
PlayStationNewsMay 25, 2026
This 007 Game Was A Small PS2 Surprise
With 007 First Light close on the horizon, one overlooked Bond adventure from 2008 is worth remembering for its busy action, sharp presentation, and very brief running time.
3 min read
PlayStationTopicMay 25, 2026
Kowloon'S Gate Is Hilltop'S Next PS1 Translation Project
The cult PlayStation adventure is known for its long development, divided reception, and unusually tough translation work.
2 min read
PlayStationNewsMay 23, 2026
EXSTETRA Heads West With PC Release And PS5 Remaster Plans
The unusual 2013 turn-based RPG is no longer staying locked to Japan's PS Vita library.
2 min read
Green room
Xbox
Original Xbox stories, back compatibility, and hardware history.
XboxNewsMay 19, 2026
Darksiders Upgrade Is Free On Xbox But Costs $10 On PS5
The new version adds native 4K rendering, Photo Mode, DualSense support on PS5, and 60fps play, but existing PS4 owners must pay to move up.
2 min read
XboxTopicApr 28, 2026
Original Xbox’s Hidden USB Discovery Opens A New Modding Door
A long-running hardware secret, an old Nvidia chipset, and careful software work have all come together in one very modern upgrade for Microsoft’s first console.
2 min read
XboxTopicApr 28, 2026
Ed Fries Says Rare's Xbox Creativity Still Mattered
Rare's Xbox years have often been judged against its Nintendo past. Ed Fries sees a different thread: a studio still willing to experiment, even when that path is harder.
2 min read
Archive mode
Game History
Classic game stories, development history, anniversaries, and how old games changed over time.
Game HistoryTopicMay 25, 2026
Before Dishonored, Arkane Was Offered Thief 4 And Blade Runner
Dishonored’s road to Dunwall began with two tempting dream projects, a difficult business moment, and a pair of deals that did not come together.
2 min read
Game HistoryTopicMay 24, 2026
How Final Fantasy 10 Helped Inspire Jenova Chen To Make Games
A powerful RPG ending, a quiet morning thought, and a film-school idea about silence all helped point Jenova Chen toward emotional game design.
3 min read
Game HistoryTopicMay 23, 2026
Silent Hill Artist Ito Clears Up The Bubble Head Nurse Madonna Link
A small detail from Silent Hill 2 history has turned into a lively fan argument about Madonna, Butoh-style movement, and how horror inspiration really works.
2 min read
Hardware shelf
Retro Consoles
Classic console hardware, mods, displays, controllers, and setup culture.
Retro ConsolesTopicMay 25, 2026
RetroTINK 5X Launch Edition 4:4:4 Mod Explained
Some early RetroTINK 5X units can be modified for 4:4:4 output, but the useful first step is checking your board revision before thinking about any soldering iron work.
4 min read
Retro ConsolesTopicMay 24, 2026
OSSC Pro Firmware V0.82 Adds Lumacode And AV-Out Support
A compact update for OSSC Pro owners, especially anyone interested in NES palettes, Lumacode, and serious downscaling setups.
2 min read
Retro ConsolesTopicMay 23, 2026
FightBox Arcade Sticks Add Spinner And Trackball Options
FightBox has a wide new mix of arcade controls at Stone Age Gamer, from dual-stick layouts to spinner-and-pedal setups.
2 min read
Preservation layer
Emulators
Emulation, FPGA, homebrew, translations, and preservation-friendly tools.
EmulatorsNewsMay 24, 2026
PS3 Emulation On PS5 Shows Promise, But CPU Limits Remain
The experiment points to real progress for PS3 classics, while also showing why an official PlayStation emulator may still be a difficult job.
2 min read
EmulatorsTopicMay 22, 2026
Lenovo Confirms The G02 Emulation Handheld Is Legit
The $63 AliExpress emulation device raised questions because it carried Lenovo branding and came loaded with ROMs.
2 min read
EmulatorsTopicMay 20, 2026
Soulcalibur II Arcade Mode Comes Home Through PCSX2x6
The first public alpha of PCSX2x6 is set to make a long-hidden SoulCalibur II mode playable away from original arcade hardware.
2 min read