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8BitDo's Commodore-Inspired PC Gaming Keyboard Comes With An Arcade Stick

The Commodore 64 edition of 8BitDo retro-themed mechanical keyboard offers wireless and wired connectivity, hot-swappable PCB keys, and a portable form factor for $110.

The Commodore 64 model includes the Super Stick and Super Buttons, allowing customizable inputs on a detachable gamepad, exclusive to this edition. [ more ]

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The Verge

1 week ago

Video games

Atari acquires longtime rival Intellivision

Atari has acquired Intellivision, ending a long-standing rivalry in the video game industry. [ more ]

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Web design

The quirky Atari Gamestation Portable is perfectly designed

MyArcade has announced the Atari Gamestation Portable, a retro gaming handheld that features Atari-specific controllers like the Trak-Ball, Paddle, and Keypad.

Atari is experiencing a renaissance and has been acquiring retro game specialist developers and calling for indie developers to create new games for their platforms. [ more ]

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Web design

Atari is entering the handheld gaming space with this gorgeous console that packs 200 iconic games - Yanko Design

The MyArcade Atari Gamestation Portable is a device that offers a nostalgic yet innovative gaming experience.

It features a design inspired by the classic Atari era, with elements from the Atari 2600 integrated into a portable format. [ more ]

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Graphic design

Pre-orders for Retro Games' THEAtari 400 Mini are available now, so why do I want it so badly?

The Atari 400 Mini is a miniature replica of the original Atari 400 computer from 1979.

The new Atari 400 comes with 25 built-in games and supports HD output via HDMI. [ more ]

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Engadget

1 week ago

Design

Ayaneo's latest handhelds are inspired by the Game Boy and GB Micro

The article highlights Ayaneo's new Game Boy-inspired portable consoles, featuring modern technology and classic designs, catering to retro gaming enthusiasts. [ more ]

GameSpot

Video games

AyaNeo's New Mini PC Looks Like A High-Tech NES, Ships Out Soon

AyaNeo has unveiled a new mini PC with an NES-inspired design that appeals to retro gaming enthusiasts and hobbyist developers.

The mini PC comes with a touchscreen that can be used for unique gameplay experiences and functions like an alarm clock. [ more ]

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Inverse

3 weeks ago

Video games

Nintendo World Championships Revives the Best Switch Trend Before Its Successor Arrives

Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition on Switch with speedrun challenges for retro gaming fans. [ more ]

ReadWrite

3 weeks ago

Running

Classic Marathon hits Steam and it's totally free - you can play the forefather of Halo right now

Marathon Trilogy, released in the mid-90s by Bungie, is considered a significant predecessor to modern-day classics like Destiny and Halo. [ more ]

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Creative Bloq

Video games

Why the Game Boy's design is so iconic

The Game Boy's design simplicity and nostalgic appeal make it a timeless icon of retro gaming. [ more ]

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Marketing

Why are younger generations embracing the retro game revival?

Pop culture is embracing retro gaming aesthetics in various forms.

Nostalgia plays a significant role in the appeal of retro gaming to younger generations. [ more ]

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GameSpot

Video games

Evercade Reveals New Budget-Friendly Gaming Handheld And Home Consoles

Evercade is launching new hardware this July, the Evercade VS-R home console, and Evercade EXP-R handheld, each priced at $100. [ more ]

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Video games

Rare 2001 PS1 controller modded into a quirky PlayStation handheld emulator - Yanko Design

Game controllers used to have more diverse designs, like the rare Takara Roulette Controller for PlayStation, which has been modified into a handheld gaming device. [ more ]

The Verge

Apple

iPhone emulators are allowed now so here are some great iOS controllers

Apple has decided to allow emulators on its App Store, potentially benefiting retro gaming fans.

Controllers like Backbone One provide a convenient way to enhance gaming experiences on iPhones for retro gaming. [ more ]

GameSpot

Video games

Celebrate Hellboy's 30th Anniversary With These Stylish Nintendo Switch Controllers

Special-edition Nitro Deck and Neo S controllers with Hellboy artwork available for preorder at $60 each.

Nitro Deck features full-size Hall Effect analog sticks, remappable back buttons, and smartphone companion app for customization. [ more ]

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Web design

Retro Wired Controller for the Xbox is a legitimate Blast from the Past - Yanko Design

Brings back retro feel with modern features

Wired with USB-C for lag-free gameplay and customization options [ more ]

Kotaku

Video games

Operation Galuga's Director On Capturing That Classic Contra Feeling

Contra is considered the most '80s game due to its iconic action and military-political referencing.

Contra's run-and-gun gameplay is timeless, with a balance of classic elements and modern updates. [ more ]

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Graphic design

There's a hidden retro game in your Instagram DMs

Instagram has a new hidden game resembling Pong using emojis in DMs for an addictive retro gaming experience.

Players can access the game by sending an emoji via Instagram DMs, tapping on it, and keeping the emoji in the air with a sliding paddle at the bottom of the screen. [ more ]

Ars Technica

3 months ago

Artificial intelligence

Fans preserve and emulate Sega's extremely rare '80s "AI computer"

The Sega AI Computer, a little-known 1986 hardware from Sega, was primarily sold to Japanese schools and had limited availability outside of Japan.

SMS Power, a fan site dedicated to preserving Sega's 8-bit history, has published a comprehensive deep dive on the Sega AI Computer, including ROMs for previously unpreserved software. [ more ]

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Web design

Atari 400 Mini retro console is a charming recreation of a quirky design - Yanko Design

The retro console craze is still alive, with the Atari 400 Mini offering a mini recreation of the distinctive Atari 400 console.

The Atari 400 had a unique design with a membrane keyboard, which has been replicated in the mini version for nostalgic purposes. [ more ]

Design Milk

5 months ago

Design

Analogue's Retro-Colored Pocket Handhelds - Perfect for Stockings

Analogue, a boutique handheld and console gaming maker, has released a new edition of their handheld gaming device, the Analogue Pocket, in nostalgic Game Boy Advance-inspired colors.

The Analogue Pocket can play over 2,780 Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance titles, as well as other compatible games with optional adapters. [ more ]

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Creative Bloq

5 months ago

Graphic design

Analogue Pocket review: I've been using this retro console for a year, and it remains the best Game Boy alternative

The Analogue Pocket is a popular retro console that allows users to play original Game Boy cartridges.

The console uses FGPA technology to read game files directly from the cartridge, providing an authentic gaming experience. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

6 months ago

Web design

Attach a faux Game Boy magnetic wallet to your iPhone - Yanko Design

Vintage gadgets are making a comeback, often as design concepts rather than functional devices.

Elago has released a Game Boy MagSafe wallet for iPhones, inspired by the classic Nintendo gaming console. [ more ]

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

6 months ago

Design

This modular arcade system lets you enjoy gaming's glorious past, present, and future - Yanko Design

Retro gaming is becoming increasingly popular, leading to a rise in retro consoles and retro arcades.

The Polycade Sente is a modular system that allows for customization and supports both classic and modern games.

The Polycade Sente is designed to ensure compatibility with almost all games in existence. [ more ]

www.yankodesign.com

6 months ago

Web design

Analogue Pocket Classic retro gaming handheld puts the color in Game Boy Color

Designing a retro interpretation does not require copying the original inch for inch

The Analogue Pocket is a modern recreation of the Game Boy Color, with modern capabilities and expanded color selection

The Classic edition of the Analogue Pocket gives the device a colorful paint job [ more ]

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