Author: Jimmy Lynn Sanchez

For retro gaming enthusiasts, few problems have been as frustrating as the death of CRT televisions. As HDTVs became standard in the mid-2000s, classic lightgun games were effectively left behind due to incompatibility with modern displays. Titles built around precision aiming—once staples of the living room—became unplayable for most users. Now, nearly two decades later, the Intec Gaming Time Breaker LightGun aims to solve that problem. Designed for both the Sony PlayStation and Sony PlayStation 2, this modern wireless lightgun brings classic shooting games into the HD era—and may be one of the most versatile solutions currently available. The HDTV…

The Atari Jaguar continues to surprise long after its commercial lifespan, and Where Is It?: The Quest for the 10th Island is a strong example of what dedicated homebrew developers can achieve on Atari’s often misunderstood hardware. Originally debuting during JagJam 2024, developer Eric M. (Ricco59) has spent over two years refining this mix of puzzle, observation, and counting gameplay. Now published physically by Songbird Productions, the 2026 release feels like a complete and carefully finished version, with more content and a tighter overall structure. Find it fast At its core, Where Is It? asks players to locate 3×3 clusters…

8BitMods is back again with what might truly be the “final memory card you’ll ever need.” This time, the focus is on the Sega Dreamcast VMU Pro, a major upgrade to the often overlooked Virtual Memory Unit. Development began in 2023 with the goal of moving beyond the original VMU’s limitations. That means the 200-block storage cap, the monochrome display, and the fairly minimal functionality. What 8BitMods delivers here feels less like an upgrade and more like a full reinvention. A clear step up The most immediate improvement is the screen. The VMU Pro features a 16-bit colour, 60Hz IPS…

More than three and a half decades after its original debut, VROOM roars back onto the grid this time on the Atari Jaguar. This is made possible thanks to the dedication of indie publisher Songbird Productions and developer Lawrence Staveley. Priced at $89.95 and launching April 25, 2026, this long-awaited port aims to deliver the definitive version of a cult-classic Formula One racer. A classic with pedigree Originally developed by Lankhor in 1991, VROOM made its name on the Atari ST and Amiga as a fast, first-person F1 racer. While the base release was modest, later expansions grew the experience…

Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection is now available digitally for all current generation consoles, handhelds, and PC at $49.99. Physical editions will follow on December 12, 2025, priced between $49.99 and $79.99 depending on the edition and platform. For more than three decades, people have asked what game series inspired me to start writing about my love for video games. The answer is simple: Mortal Kombat. Mortal Kombat lit the fuse that exploded the fighting game craze in American arcades. Then it ignited again on September 13, 1993, Mortal Monday. In the span of just eleven months and five days, from…

This review covers Golden Tee Arcade Classics on Xbox Series X/S. Priced at $29.99 US (€25), it is available digitally on Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC. A physical edition for PlayStation 5 and Switch arrives October 24. Golden Tee Arcade Classics gathers six Golden Tee Golf arcade classics from 1995 to 2001: Golden Tee 3D Golf, ’97, ’98, ’99, 2K and the original Golden Tee Classic. Alongside these golf games, two ‘hardware derived’ games, World Class Bowling and Shuffleshot were added for variety. This collection marks the 49th Golden Tee release since its 1989…

On March 31st, Blaze released its third annual Evercade Showcase, bringing plenty of news for fans. On the software side, there were some solid announcements, but the hardware front felt a bit underwhelming – no entirely new devices, just branded variations. That said, some interesting cartridges are on the way this summer, and the long-awaited SNK deal is finally taking shape. Let’s take a closer look. Arcade Cartridge #15: Windjammers, Karnov, & Friends The first announcement from the showcase was Arcade Cartridge #15: Windjammers, Karnov & Friends. This cartridge will feature five games: Windjammers and Karnov, along with Vapor Trail:…

This Tetris Forever review is played and tested on Sony PlayStation 5.  Tetris Forever is available for the Nintendo Switch, Sony PlayStation 4/5, Xbox Series X & S, and PC for $34.99US/€33. Tetris Forever is the third compilation in a series known as the “Gold Master Series,” released by Digital Eclipse. The first two collections in the series are The Making of Karateka (#1) and Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story (#2), both excellent compilations worthy of purchasing if you haven’t done so already. Tetris Forever is a beautifully curated and expansive collection of fifteen classic and new Tetris variants, spanning…

The 9th Arcade Cartridge and 41st overall release for the Evercade is Toaplan Arcade 2. This cartridge features seven classic games from the legendary developer Toaplan, with an 8th title unlocked if you connect this cartridge with its predecessor, Toaplan Arcade 1, to the Evercade VS System, released in late 2021. With only eight titles to cover, let’s dive into a small preview of each one! Wardner The first game in this collection is Wardner, a side-scrolling platformer where you play as Dover, a young boy trying to rescue his girlfriend, Mia, from a warlock who has kidnapped her. The…

In the last two months, Blaze has been busy with several updates, including the announcement of two new cartridges and some significant news that came through in the last couple of days. New Cartridge Releases Bitmap Brothers Collection 2 On July 30th, Blaze announced the release of The Bitmap Brothers Collection 2 (Home Computer Cartridge #8), the 58th cartridge in their impressive line of retro classics. This collection features six Amiga games developed by the British-based Bitmap Brothers, known for their iconic titles. The games included in this set are: Among these six titles, three stood out to me either…