Author: Jimmy Lynn Sanchez

Introduction Over the nearly twenty years since the original FlashBoy Cart was released, there has been tremendous progress in the Nintendo Virtual Boy flash-cart scene. We’ve seen improvements ranging from all-new hardware components and larger amounts of flash memory to SRAM save support and the ability to run increasingly ambitious homebrew games such as Hyper Fighting. However, one major feature has remained absent from most Virtual Boy flash carts: the ability to flash games without the need for a PC. For Mac users like myself, this has been particularly frustrating, as many of the existing solutions have relied on Windows-based…

A hidden bonus game grows up From our friends at Songbird Productions comes the latest in amazing caravan-style shooters, MicroVaders Caravan Edition, a bite-sized yet frantic version of the original 2024 release. In October 2024, MicroVaders hit the scene exclusively for the Atari Lynx as a 40-wave shooter in which players battle alien hordes that have overwhelmed remote outposts in space. The game was inspired by and expands upon a hidden bonus game that featured only two enemies, a single level and no audio, and was never released during the original Atari Lynx’s lifespan. Both the full version and this…

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…