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Frogger RX – This Arcade-like version of Frogger for the ZX Spectrum is looking good! (+Demo)
When I was growing up I really loved playing the 1981 Arcade game of Frogger by Konami. It had loads of charm, great gameplay for kids and it really made you feel for the safety of those little green frogs as they hopped their way across a busy road, then across a river of logs…
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Blips, Beeps and Bonus Rounds — When Gaming Meant Pure Joy
Gaming in the ’80s and ’90s wasn’t just a hobby. It was a lifestyle built on pixels, joysticks, and the unmistakable screech of cassette-loading screens. From ZX Spectrum to Mega Drive, the thrills were loud, colourful and packed with imagination. There was something pure about how gameplay mattered more than story arcs or hyper-realistic graphics.…
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New 8BitDo Arcade Controller Confirmed for North American and European Release This Summer
The game accessory company 3bitdo announced on May 16th the release of a new arcade controller aimed squarely at retro gaming connoisseurs. The 8BitDo Arcade Controller is designed for old school arcade fans as well as fighting game aficionados. The controller, which comes in Xbox (X/S/One models) and standard versions, both compatible with PC…
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Killer Instinct Gold Officially Comes to Nintendo
Nintendo 64 version of Killer Instinct Gold now available on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack with classic training and combat modes Read More From: N4G: retro news feed
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Operation Moo – This new ZX Spectrum game from JuanGM is rather fun to play!
Looking for a new game for your ZX Spectrum that’s rather fun to play and features an upbeat soundtrack? Then come and check out JuanGM’s new action platformer for the ZX Spectrum game called ‘Operation Moo’. A game in which you play as a space adventurer equipped with a high-powered laser gun, on a mission…
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Star Skimmer – A pretty decent SEUCK C64 game from Alf Yngve and Martin Piper
Another SEUCK competition entry has appeared, and it’s ‘Star Skimmer’ by Alf Yngve and Martin Piper. This homebrew Commodore 64 title, is a arcade Shoot ’em up, that features vertical scrolling gameplay, different enemy waves, and plenty of laser blasting action. In regards to the story however, you play as Cole Skimmer who is on…
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S.C.I.O.N – SausageWareGames is set to release another great ZX Spectrum game via BitmapSoft
It felt like it was only just yesterday, that I spoke about SausageWareGames awesome reimagining of Knightmare for the ZX Spectrum. A much deserved and more enjoyable Knightmare game, which in itself is based around a kids TV show from the 1980’s. Well this developer is back in the news, as at some point in the near…
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The Rise of Social Casinos: Why They’re Gaining So Much Popularity
downright embarrassing amounts of hours playing neon slots on my phone while fantasizing that I’m on a roll on the computer in my pajamas surrounded by a pile of leftover pizza. Enter the social casino — where everyone is a high roller and fun never stops. If you’ve been wondering why your aunt has…
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Why Modern Game Developers Still Embrace Retro Themes
Pixelated sprites, 8-bit music, and old-school gameplay continue to shape today’s gaming scene—and for good reason. Gamers crave nostalgia, but it’s more than just a longing for the past. A recent report by Newzoo shows that retro-style games earned over $1.4 billion globally in 2024, proving their timeless appeal. Many modern titles borrow from classic…
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El Cartero – An addictive platformer for the C64 by Bonnette2020
Something for everyone this week, as putting aside the Amiga and ZX Spectrum news, a new Commodore 64 game has appeared in our inbox called ‘El Cartero’ by Bonnette2020. An addictive arcade game that features not just multiple levels, but these are filled with aggressive dogs, venomous snakes, stone-throwing eagles and even… Martians. To coincide…
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