D7VK 2.1 Released for Linux With Retro Game Loading Improvements
D7VK version 2.1 is now available, bringing loading time improvements for retro Windows games running on Linux via Wine and Proton.
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Kaboomania: Retro Maze Bomber Launches on PC, Mac, and Amiga
Fancy Factory has released the retro-style maze bomber Kaboomania for Linux, Mac, Windows, and Amiga hardware. Find out where to play and what to expect.
Kaboomania Brings Retro Maze-Bomber Action to Xbox Series X|S
Kaboomania is available now on Xbox Series X|S for £8.39, bringing 1,000 levels, five themed worlds, and four-player local battles to modern hardware.
Aspyr Confirms More Classic Lord of the Rings Games Are Coming
Following the surprise return of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North, publisher Aspyr has teased that more classic Middle-earth titles are in development.
Two Retro Classics Arrive on PS5 This Week: Pricing and Details
Two retro titles, Touki Denshou Angel Eyes and V'Ball, arrive on PS5 on August 13, 2026. Check prices, platform details, and release information.
One Fenix Down Release Date Confirmed for September 28
The retro Final Fantasy-inspired RPG One Fenix Down has been officially confirmed for a September 28, 2026 release on PC.
Crystals of Irm Confirms Fall Launch for PC and Consoles
Retro RPG Crystals of Irm launches this fall for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and GOG, publisher Deck13 Spotlight announces.
RetroGameForge Kickstarter Brings Intuitive Tools to NES and SNES
Discover RetroGameForge, a new developer toolkit for NES and SNES homebrew games created by NESMaker's Joe Granato, live now on Kickstarter.
Portal Retrospective: Why Its Writing Still Holds Up in 2026
Nearly two decades after its debut, Valve's Portal remains a standout for its humor and writing, according to a recent retrospective analysis.
Square Enix RPG Retrospectives Released via Screen Rant
Screen Rant has published retrospective features on classic Square Enix titles, including Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy 10, via their Steam News hub.
Evercade Nexus DOOM Edition Announced for October 2026 Release
The Evercade Nexus DOOM Edition arrives October 30, 2026, featuring a themed retro handheld, cartridge, and limited run of 3,000 units.
Screen Rant Coverage Highlights Latest Gaming and Franchise Milestones
Explore recent gaming news highlights including milestone retrospectives for Pokémon and Bethesda alongside upcoming survival game projects.
Alphadia F Released on iOS and Android: A New Retro-Style JRPG
Kemco and developer Exe-Create have launched the JRPG Alphadia F on mobile. Learn about the gameplay, setting, and available platform links.
Helldivers 2 Level Cap Increasing to 300 in Upcoming Patch
Arrowhead Game Studios is doubling the Helldivers 2 level cap from 150 to 300. XP gained since the previous limit will apply retroactively.
Bloodless Retro Brawler Coming to Android in September 2026
Bloodless arrives on Android devices on September 2, 2026. Play as a pacifist samurai using fists and ki techniques in this fast-paced retro mobile brawler.
Retro Call of Duty Titles Reportedly Outsell July's PlayStation Top 10
Reports indicate Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops 2 outsold all top 10 best-selling PlayStation games in July 2026, amid reports of server security issues.
70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X Switch Review: What Critics Say
Pure Nintendo review findings for 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X on Nintendo Switch cover retro presentation, gameplay challenges, and who the game fits.
A 1997 N64 Classic Just Made Its Way To PC
A beloved 1997 Nintendo 64 classic has officially made its way to PC via a new port, offering players a fresh way to experience the retro title.
False Echo Narrative Cryptography Thriller Announced for PC
Retromagine has revealed False Echo, a narrative cryptography thriller set on a submarine. The title is coming to Steam with Proton support for Linux players.
Retro Game Master Considers Nintendo Wii and PlayStation 3 Games
Long-running Japanese comedy program Retro Game Master considers canonizing Nintendo Wii and PlayStation 3 games as retro in an upcoming broadcast.
Remembering Splatoon: Why the Wii U Original Was a Gamble
A retrospective look at the history of the original Splatoon game on Wii U and how Nintendo turned an unlikely multiplayer gamble into a success.
Project Neon Launches on Xbox and PC with Play Anywhere Support
Project Neon is available now on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC. Discover the pricing, retro shoot 'em up gameplay, and sci-fi premise.
Night Plane Combines 1999 Flight Attendant Job Sim With PSX Horror
Publisher New Tales has announced Night Plane, a retro-styled horror anomaly-spotting job sim set on an airliner in 1999, arriving later this year on PC.
Fuga: Melodies of Steel at Five: Looking Back at the Soul Cannon
A retrospective look at Fuga: Melodies of Steel examines CyberConnect2's turn-based RPG, its Little Tail Bronx setting, and its infamous Soul Cannon mechanic.
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D7VK 2.1 Released for Linux With Retro Game Loading Improvements
D7VK version 2.1 is now available, bringing loading time improvements for retro Windows games running on Linux via Wine and Proton.
Kaboomania: Retro Maze Bomber Launches on PC, Mac, and Amiga
Fancy Factory has released the retro-style maze bomber Kaboomania for Linux, Mac, Windows, and Amiga hardware. Find out where to play and what to expect.
Helldivers 2 Level Cap Increasing to 300 in Upcoming Patch
Arrowhead Game Studios is doubling the Helldivers 2 level cap from 150 to 300. XP gained since the previous limit will apply retroactively.
Bloodless Retro Brawler Coming to Android in September 2026
Bloodless arrives on Android devices on September 2, 2026. Play as a pacifist samurai using fists and ki techniques in this fast-paced retro mobile brawler.