RetroGaming

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The Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered collection has been officially announced and is set to release on February 14, 2025.

Greetings my fellow obsessive compulsives!

Let's say, hypothetically speaking, you're building a retro gaming corner around this:

Two six-shelf units are inbound.

Do you organize by generation?

1. Genesis/CD/32X

2. TurboDUO

3. Saturn

4. PS1

5. Dreamcast

6. PS2

7. Xbox

8. GameCube

9. Xbox 360

10. PS3

11. Wii

12. Xbox One

Or by company?

1. Genesis/CD/32X

2. Saturn

3. Dreamcast

4. Xbox

5. Xbox 360

6. Xbox One

7. Turbo Duo

8. GameCube

9. Wii

10. PS1

11. PS2

12. PS3

Alternately:

1. Genesis/CD/32X

2. Saturn

3. Dreamcast

4. Turbo Duo

5. GameCube

6. Wii

7. PS1

8. PS2

9. PS3

10. Xbox

11. Xbox 360

12. Xbox One

The Splinter Cell remake is reportedly still under development at Ubisoft Toronto, despite rumors suggesting it may have been canceled. First announced in December 2021, the project is being developed using Ubisoft’s Snowdrop Engine.

Tetris Forever Compilation: A Retro Gaming Celebration

Overview of the 40th Anniversary Edition: Celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of the most iconic puzzle games, Tetris. The Tetris Forever Compilation will include a diverse selection of classic Tetris titles, offering fans an extensive look at the series' evolution over the decades.

Confirmed Games in the Collection:

• Tetris (1984) Originally released by Alexey Pajitnov on the Electronika 60.
• Tetris (48K Version, 1988) Released by Spectrum Holobyte on the Apple II.
• Tetris (1988) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Famicom.
• Hatris (1990) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Famicom.
• Tetris 2 + Bombliss (1990) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Famicom.
• Hatris (1991) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Game Boy.
• Hatris (1992) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the NES.
• Super Bombliss (1995) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Game Boy.
• Super Bombliss DX (1998) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Game Boy.
• Super Tetris 2 + Bombliss (1992) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Super Famicom.
• Tetris Battle Gaiden (1993) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Super Famicom.
• Super Tetris 2 + Bombliss Genteiban (1993) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Super Famicom.
• Super Tetris 3 (1994) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Super Famicom.
• Super Bombliss (1995) Released by Bullet-Proof Software on the Super Famicom.
• Tetris Time Warp (2024) A new game mode that allows players to experience various eras of Tetris gameplay, dynamically changing visuals and mechanics in real-time.

Additional Features:

• A comprehensive documentary exploring the history and impact of Tetris.
• Availability across multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC later in 2024.

Which Tetris game was the source of your addiction?

Overview

The classic game Backyard Baseball '97 is now available on Steam. The game was originally released on CD-ROM and lost when the source code vanished, but through a remarkable collaboration between Playground Productions and Mega Cat Studios, it has been revived.

Key Details

• Release Date: October 10th, 2024
• Cost: £8.50 (or £7.65 as part of an introductory offer)
• Features: Steam Deck verification, Steam achievements, and global leaderboards

Future Reissues

Additional Backyard Sports games are also in the works:

• Backyard Soccer '98
• Backyard Football '99
• Backyard Basketball '01
• Backyard Baseball '01
• Backyard Hockey '02

How impressed are you that Playground Productions and Mega Cat Studios were able to accomplish this without access to the source code?

Australian retro magazine, Forgotten Worlds, is looking to crowdfund the publication of its fourth issue. This special edition will delve into the nostalgic world of printed gaming magazines from the past.

• Date of crowdfunding: Now
• Size and content: 100-page A5 magazine featuring interviews with notable figures like Rich Leadbetter, Dan Hsu, Jazz Rignall, and Will Overton. Also includes articles on classic magazines such as Super Play, Game Pro, Compute! and Hyper.
• Backing options: Standard edition or exclusive limited run including collectable postcards handwritten by the editor.
• Expected release date: November 2024

The magazine is looking to document the vibrant and impactful era of printed gaming magazines.

What was your favourite gaming or computing print magazine?

Code and hardware for the project can be found here https://github.com/v1605/tapto-floppy

I had the 3-pack with the original football, baseball, and soccer PC games. Put countless hours into them as a kid, so I’m super excited for these rereleases

Taito Milestones 3 is set to launch on December 10, 2024, in the West. This collection brings together a selection of classic Taito arcade games from the late 1980s and early 1990s, offering both nostalgic fans and newcomers a chance to experience these iconic titles on modern platforms

I came across this and wanted to ask you all what you thought about The Onion style content on retro games.

My personal one, 6-year-old brain thought I'd be basically in the UK TV show Knightmare I got some vertical frogger

Crater Song, a new NES game from developer Orebody Inc., is getting a physical release to carts thanks to retro publisher Premium Edition Games. The game uses a unique control method that requires two NES controllers to be used in the same way a player would use Switch Joycons.

One of the big disconnects between physical gaming and emulation is the removal of a tactile experience that many older players hold dear. Recent attempts to bridge this gap, such as the TapTo NFC system, have introduced methods like NFC cards to launch games on MiSTer FPGA.

However, MiSTer FPGA's community has now seen an even more immersive approach: using CDs. Wizzo, one of the creators behind TapTo, recently suggested and demonstrated a new evolution—using external CD drives to boot games rather than NFC.

"It feels super legit with the disc spinning up and everything!"

• Wizzo

Key points:

• MiSTer FPGA is exploring innovative ways to create an authentic gaming experience, reminiscent of the '90s when CDs were the norm.
• The proposed method involves placing a simple executable on the CD that tells the system which ROM in its internal memory to open.

Do you miss CDs enough to buy an external CD drive for your MiSTer FPGA?

Ratalaika Games is bringing a new action platformer called Massi, which is set to hit Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox on the 10th of October. This budget-priced ($5) game is filled with nostalgia for fans of classic retro games.

• Inspiration: Massi draws inspiration from the classic Sega series Wonder Boy, along with elements from Strider and other classic 16-bit platformers, showcasing a mix of pixel art and modern mechanics.

• Gameplay: The game centers on Massi’s journey to reclaim his former kingdom. Along the way, players will learn new skills, face bosses, find equipment, and solve puzzles reminiscent of traditional retro gameplay.

• Mix of Old and New: Combining classic platforming with modern mechanics like stealth and roll manoeuvres keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.

Key Highlights:

• Release Date: October 10th, 2024
• Platforms: Switch, PlayStation, Xbox
• Price: $5

Fans of retro gaming will appreciate Massi’s homage to classic games while introducing new elements that cater to modern audiences.

What do you think about this blend of nostalgia and innovation?

I love retro games, I always have. Despite my childhood being the 2010's, I grew up with a gameboy color, and I would emulate GBA, GB, and even N64 games on my crappy android I had at the time.

Because of the power of emulation I was able to grow up with classics like Silent Hill, Megaman Zero, Pokemon Crystal, Metal Gear, so on and so forth. But when I turned 16, and I was able to get my first job, I became especially interested in collecting games, games that I actually like to play. But now that i'm older and I actually have financial responsibilities, and don't even get me started on how the retro gaming market just continues to inflate, its getting to a point where its just not feasible for me to continue collecting.

Silent Hill 3 is literally my favorite horror game ever, and I will never be able to afford a copy, or even if I did have the money to spare I could never justify the absurd price. I will never own a legitimate copy of Megaman Legends, Pokemon Platinum, Rule of Rose, or so many of these games that I really do care about and want to be able to experience on authentic hardware.

But whats even more frustrating about it all to me are the types of collectors that want something specifically because it is rare. The type of people to buy a game and shove it in a plastic box on a shelf where it will collect dust and never be played or appreciated beyond it's box art. It is so frustrating to me because collectors of games, as opposed to people who actually want to play and appreciate these games and make memories off them and share those experiences with their friends, are driving up the market values of games to unaffordability.

Anyways I think I am going to give up collecting games. I still have a large collection of PS2, Gameboy, Gameboy Advance, MSDOS, and PS1 games, but I am done trying to get more. I might occasionally shell out a little bit on the occasional cheaper game that catches my eye, but trying to get a lot of my favorite titles is a sisiphusian endeavor.

If anyone else uses this emulator and (unfortunately) Windows, are you seeing turbo run throughs when loading ROMS? This updates were installed yesterday and they're the only thing I can think of unless the rom speed can be controlled elsewhere in the system I'm not seeing:

2024-10 Cumulative Update for Windows 11 Version 23H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5044285)

2024-10 Cumulative Update for .NET Framework 3.5 and 4.8.1 for Windows 11, version 23H2 for x64 (KB5044033)

Cheers.

edit - fixed with tip below (- key slows down emulation)

According to handheld leaker NNITRX, potentially leaked design patents from ANBERNIC could point towards a new device in the pipeline, possibly called the "RG406P".

• The leak comes from NNITRX, known for sharing patents about retro and portable gaming technology.
• The name appears to reference a potential 4-inch display (40) made of plastic (P), although this is speculative as no official confirmation has been given.
• Key differences in the design suggest a broader, more rectangular form-factor similar to older ANBERNIC models like the RG351P, with updated signature LED joysticks and an unusual D-pad layout under the analog sticks.

ANBERNIC's reputation for cutting corners has led to devices of questionable quality. With new designs like the RG406P potentially emerging, questions remain as to whether this model will come to fruition or be left in development.

What do you think about ANBERNIC resurrecting a design with a more traditional form-factor?

cross-posted from: https://sh.itjust.works/post/26397441

Interesting idea, there is probably a lot of unused potential with the expansion port

Rumours of God of War Game Remasters Surface

The latest whispers in the gaming community suggest that Sony may be planning a grand remaster collection for some classic God of War titles. According to insider reports, the project is expected to focus on a collection of remastered entries from the Greek mythology era.

• Games Involved: God of War, God of War II, God of War III, Chains of Olympus, Ghost of Sparta, and Ascension.
• Plan: The rumours indicate that this collection may be announced in March 2025 to coincide with the franchise’s 20th anniversary celebration.
• Developer: Nixxes is reportedly handling the remastering tasks, known for their expertise in such projects.

While these rumours have gained considerable traction among fans, it's important to note that they remain unconfirmed by Sony or Santa Monica Studio.

Does Kratos need a remaster?