As a dedicated Amiga 1200 owner and lifelong fan of the platform, this news is absolutely huge! After all the rumours, the hints, and the partial confirmations following the success of the A500 Mini, Retro Games Ltd and PLAION REPLAI have made it official: THE A1200 is coming, and it’s The post Finally confirmed: The A1200 is a full-sized Amiga 1200 and this is huge news first appeared on Gaming Retro.| Gaming Retro
If you’ve been watching the Android retro handheld scene, you know that the price tag usually jumps up quickly once you start asking for premium features. Well, the Mangmi Air X is here to completely redefine what an entry-level budget handheld looks like. For a shockingly low sale price of The post New contender: The Mangmi Air X gaming handheld has Snapdragon power for under $80 first appeared on Gaming Retro.| Gaming Retro
This is genuinely exciting news for console owners! Hell Is Other Demons, a game that has already earned a ton of respect on PC—it currently holds an impressive 85 Metacritic score—is finally launching on consoles. Publisher Alchemy Games has announced that this masterclass in precision action is hitting PlayStation 5, The post Hell Is Other Demons is bringing its critically acclaimed bullet hell to PS5 and Xbox just in time for halloween first appeared on Gaming Retro.| Gaming Retro
It’s time to pay some respect to the often-overlooked Sega Master System. Indie developer Sinclair Strange is clearly a fan, and his upcoming 2D platformer, Sir Noggin, is a vibrant, big-brained tribute to that classic console. With the unique publishing support of Scarlet Moon Games, this charming title is coming The post Sir Noggin is a charming Master System love letter hitting PC soon first appeared on Gaming Retro.| Gaming Retro
One of the most exciting retro highlights at PLAY Expo Blackpool 2025 wasn’t a game, but a book — the new remastered edition of Andrew Hewson’s classic programming guide, 20 Best Programs for the ZX Spectrum. Although I didn’t get the chance to speak to Andrew himself this time (he The post 20 Best Programs for the ZX Spectrum smashes Kickstarter first appeared on Gaming Retro.| Gaming Retro
Okay, this has charm in spades. I’m always interested in a platformer that nails that chunky, content-stuffed ’90s vibe, and WINDSWEPT seems to be aiming right for that nostalgic sweet spot. This buddy-platformer from Top Hat Studios, Inc. and developer WeatherFell is launching on almost every platform—PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch, The post Quirky and fun: Windswept sweeps onto consoles in November! first appeared on Gaming Retro.| Gaming Retro
It’s been a few months since the original announcement, but new images for the game have dropped just ahead of launch and are a sharp reminder that this is one of the biggest retro remakes of the year. SQUARE ENIX is finally bringing us the end of the Erdrick Trilogy The post Get ready: Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D remake imminent first appeared on Gaming Retro.| Gaming Retro
Among the many indie titles showcased at PLAY Expo Blackpool 2025, one game in particular stood out for its quirky concept and unmistakable retro flair — Overencumbered in Another World from Hawaiian Shirt Games, a small but talented indie dev team based in Manchester. Described as an inventory management game, The post Overencumbered in Another World: Retro charm meets inventory management madness first appeared on Gaming Retro.| Gaming Retro
This one sounds right up my alley. I’m always interested when a horror game promises to move beyond cheap jumpscares and focus on genuine atmosphere and psychological dread. APEX GAME STUDIOS LTD. has just announced the official global release of their new title, Spirit Catcher 93’, and it’s available now The post Intrigued: Spirit Catcher 93’ has arrived to mess with your mind on the Epic Games Store first appeared on Gaming Retro.| Gaming Retro
This looks absolutely metal. Retroware and Zenovia Interactive have announced that Neon Inferno—a high-octane, neon-drenched run-and-gun shooter—is launching on almost every modern platform on November 20, 2025. If you live for the era of Contra and Wild Guns, you’re going to want to pay attention, because this one is a The post Neon Inferno: The most stylish 90s shooter of the year? first appeared on Gaming Retro.| Gaming Retro
We've rounded up some of the best retro games and collections for the Nintendo Switch, available on Switch Online or from the eShop or your local retailer.| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
Sporting pixel art graphics and a general retro aesthetic, Archrebel Tactics is a modernized take on the 1986 game Rebelstar, with MicroProse publishing.| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
FMV games have had a bad rap over the years, but they seem to be finding a new audience, as the technology finally catches up with their ambition.| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
First released in 2022, Roadwarden is an illustrated text-based RPG that has already enjoyed a PC release and is now coming to Nintendo Switch.| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
This is a smart upgrade of the original Project X, and the playable demo is available free on Steam -- and it's Steam Deck compatible, too!| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
I switched on the BBC Micro earlier to play Football Manager for the Adventures in BBC Micro series. Unfortunately, I won't be switching it on again. Perhaps it was age... perhaps it was the temperature today (over 25 degrees C)... perhaps both. Whatever, the power supply went BANG and smoke wisped away from the BBC| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
Dono's Tale completes funding target, unlocking a playable boss, with 2-player action still to reach. With 8 days to go, this Kickstarter game needs support.| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
Blippo+ is a new FMV that has already been released in a very lo-fi form on Playdate, but is now heading for a release on PC (on Steam) and Nintendo Switch.| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
The new Toaplan Arcade Collection boasts 16 games and is heading to your Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox console. One classic arcade company that has taken advantage of modern platforms is Toaplan, and thanks to Clear River Games, both Toaplan Arcade collections are being issued today, so you can buy either or both! Toaplan Arcade| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
Found across the UK's seafront amusements, holiday parks, and theme parks, Aqua Jet has now splashed onto the Arcade Archives, on PlayStation 4 & 5 and Switch.| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
R-Type Delta -- also known as R-Type Δ -- is back with a new high definition graphics release, 27 years after its original PlayStation release.| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
Ever wanted to emulate other systems on an Amiga? Never thought it was possible? Well, an Amiga RetroArch build is in development!| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
Before I kick off playing Football Manager, I thought it would be interesting to take a look at the original cassette and inlay. Quick recap: I played the game originally on the ZX Spectrum, then briefly on the C64, before playing Football Manager 2 on the C64 much later, and on disk. The BBC version| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
Ever fancied a more arcade-like experience from your Nintendo Switch? The Mini Arcade PRO from iMP Gaming might fit the bill... When I play solo with my Nintendo Switch, I never use the kickstand. If it's not in handheld mode, I use a foldable play stand, which sits on the table perfectly. But while I've| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
Retro gaming news online, mini consoles, and merchandise with reviews, analysis and guides to help you start playing classic games on any device.| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
When The Settlers II came out in 1996, only MS-DOS and Mac OS enjoyed it. Aside from Nintendo Wii in 2007, it didn't land on any other platforms. Until now.| Gaming Retro - Retro gaming news, mini consoles, and merchandise
