Happy Christmas one and all! I hope you all get some time to enjoy retro gaming and thanks for reading!
Issue #76 – Released in 1997, Interstate 76 is set in 1976, blending a classic game with a retro theme. It was designed with a deliberate old-school aesthetic, including polygonal characters meant to look retro even for its time
In this week’s edition we have building your own Game Gear, more info on Sega franchise remakes, Mario Parties 25th birthday, the key gaming events of the 80s – and lots more!
News
🎮 ‘Hoshi wo Miru Hito’, a once-criticised Famicom game, gets a fan translation, breathing new life into a piece of gaming history. [GoNintendo] Link
🕹️ ‘Cel Story’: An original GameBoy adventure game launches, proving there’s still magic in those classic pixels. [MyGamer] Link
🍌 DK Land stars in a new commercial, showcasing the classic platformer in all its retro glory (Below). Link
🎢 Universal Studios announces its first UK theme park, promising a new world of entertainment and possibly some gaming delights. [Secret London] Link
👾 ‘Dungeons and Doomknights’ brings 8-bit goodness to the Switch, offering a nostalgic trip with a modern twist. [Games Reviews] Link
🎧 Onkyo launches Sega-themed wireless earphones, combining classic gaming nostalgia with modern audio tech. [Game Reactor] Link
🎮 ‘A New Shenmue Fangame: Dreams of Saturn’ releases just in time for Christmas, offering fans a fresh take on a beloved series. [Time Extension] Link
🚕 Sega spills new info and images on the reboots of Jet Set Radio, Crazy Taxi, and other classics, exciting fans of yesteryear’s hits. [Time Extension] Link
🕹️ Atari invests USD 2M in TinyBuild, hinting at big plans for the future of retro gaming. [80.lv] Link
🍔 Atari releases a modern take on the 1983 arcade game ‘Food Fight’, serving up a dish of nostalgia with a side of new features. [Time Extension] Link
Features
🦆 Dive into the gameplay and mechanics of ‘Duck Hunt’, revisiting the classic shooter that defined a generation of gamers. [Android Headlines] Link
🚗 The Game Boy wasn’t just for games: discover its use as a diagnostic tool for Peugeot, Aprilia, and Suzuki vehicles. [Motor1] Link
🎮 Transforming nostalgia: A Raspberry Pi becomes a Sega Game Gear in this creative DIY handheld project. [Geeky Gadgets] Link
🎮 From arcades to home consoles, take a journey through the diverse eras of gaming history and how they shaped the industry. [Medium] Link
💰 A video game store owner kept his collection instead of auctioning it off 20 years ago; now, it’s worth a million dollars. [Ruetir] Link
🤼♂️ A newly discovered feature in ‘WCW/NWO Revenge’ adds another layer to the classic wrestling game’s legacy. [Fight Fans] Link
🎉 ‘Mario Party’ series hits a milestone with its 25th anniversary, celebrating a quarter-century of friendship-testing fun. [Nintendo Wire] Link
🚀 Unearthed early footage of ‘Space Harrier’ offers a rare glimpse into the game’s development and early concepts. [Time Extension] Link
🌀 Reflecting on ‘Sonic CD’ for its 30th anniversary, the game’s designer shares insights into its creation and impact. [iMore] Link
Lists & Rankings
📅 Journey through the 1980s with a look at the most important gaming events of the decade that set the stage for today’s gaming landscape. [GameRant] Link
💞 From subtle glances to epic quests, explore the best romances in SNES games that added heart to the pixelated adventures. [GameRant] Link
🕹️ Revisiting older games isn’t just a nostalgia trip; it’s a chance to appreciate the roots of modern gaming. [Wealth of Geeks] Link
🎮 The best console startup sequences: a tribute to those few seconds of anticipation that set the tone for countless gaming sessions. [GameRant] Link
Thanks for reading and see you in 2024!
