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Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly
While Insomniac Games went off to create the Ratchet & Clank series, Universal Interactive kept the rights to Spyro and handed the next console game off to fledgling studios Check Six Studios (who would handle programming and design) and Equinoxe Digital Entertainment (who would handle the art). This was their first big project, and it ...Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly was first posted on May 16, 2026 at 1:31 pm.©2017-2025 "Hardcore Gaming 101". Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at kurt@hardcoregaming101.net
Spyro: Season of Ice
While Spyro struggled to follow up the original trilogy on consoles, a series of side games were developed for the Game Boy Advance throughout the early 00s. Considering Spyro was conceived as a fully 3D freeform series, it wouldn’t be as easy to adapt to a system that normally didn’t do 3D. But Digital Eclipse ...Spyro: Season of Ice was first posted on May 15, 2026 at 1:30 pm.©2017-2025 "Hardcore Gaming 101". Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at kurt@hardcoregaming101.net
Spyro 2: Season of Flame
Work began on Spyro‘s second GBA adventure not too long after Season of Ice‘s completion, with plans to make numerous improvements based on the developers’ and fans’ feedback, and even to make it more akin to an RPG. However, a tighter production schedule and staff forced the folks at Digital Eclipse to create a more ...Spyro 2: Season of Flame was first posted on May 19, 2026 at 9:32 am.©2017-2025 "Hardcore Gaming 101". Use of this feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this article in your feed reader, then the site is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact me at kurt@hardcoregaming101.net
Weekly Roundup #514
The Roundup is available as a video and on all audio-only podcast services, such as iTunes, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, Amazon Music and direct-download: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/retrorgb If you enjoy these videos, please consider supporting this channel via monthly support services, tips, or even just by using our affiliate links to purchase things you were already going to buy […] The post Weekly Roundup #514 first appeared on RetroRGB.
1000Hz, 1080p Display – What That Means For “Us”
LG just announced the UltraGear 25G590B – A 24.5″, native 1080p IPS display that can refresh as fast at 1000Hz, shipping by the end of this year. They also announced that it will include their “Motion Blur Reduction Pro”, which is a fancy way of saying BFI (Black Frame Insertion). I think this may end up […] The post 1000Hz, 1080p Display – What That Means For “Us” first appeared on RetroRGB.
OmniDrive Firmware – Rip Xbox, GC, Wii Discs on your PC
Ryan from Archades Games recently posted a video about a new homebrew firmware for PC optical drives called OmniDrive. This can be flashed to any drive based on the MT1959 platform, which is already popular for game ripping, as well as UHD/Blu-Ray ripping. This OmniDrive firmware will allow many more disc types to be read, […] The post OmniDrive Firmware – Rip Xbox, GC, Wii Discs on your PC first appeared on RetroRGB.
MiSTer FPGA News – Mortal Kombat 2, CPS3, Macintosh III & More
China Gate The Technos beat-em-up China Gate is now available as a MiSTer FPGA core by developer rmonic79. The Japanese version also works. In this game, players can choose from two animal characters for single or simultaneous two-player action. Sources https://github.com/rmonic79/Arcade-ChinaGate_MiSTer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybOPjGCzH7Y Mortal Kombat II Coin-Op Collection has released a MiSTerFPGA core for Williams/Midway’s T-Unit […] The post MiSTer FPGA News – Mortal Kombat 2, CPS3, Macintosh III & More first appeared on RetroRGB.
USB Dolphin: USB HDD Demo
Tito from Macho Nacho Productions recently posted a video demoing the “USB Dolphin” for the Nintendo GameCube: A pair of USB adapters that connects to either the GameCube’s SP1 (bottom) port, or the front memory card slot. When I previously covered it, I focused on the SP1 version’s ethernet (and RetroNAS) support (SP1 version only), […] The post USB Dolphin: USB HDD Demo first appeared on RetroRGB.
FightBox Arcade Sticks w/ Spinner & Trackball Options
Stone Age Gamer is now selling arcade sticks from FightBox that offer some interesting options: There’s US and Japanese versions of twin stick setups, as well as standard arcade sticks with spinner and trackball options (or both!). They’re all using Raspberry Pi Pico-based boards flashed with the GP2040 Community Edition firmware that should allow for […] The post FightBox Arcade Sticks w/ Spinner & Trackball Options first appeared on RetroRGB.
8BitDo Ultimate 3 with Force Ring Adjustable TMR Joysticks
8BitDo have just opened pre-orders for an updated version of their Ultimate 3 Wireless Controller that adds an adjustable TMR joystick. They’re calling it the “Force Ring” and it’ll allow you to turn the ring to adjust tension to allow for either more speed, or tighter control. The price is $100 and it’s due to […] The post 8BitDo Ultimate 3 with Force Ring Adjustable TMR Joysticks first appeared on RetroRGB.
RetroTINK 5x Launch Edition 4:4:4 Mod
Voultar just did a livestream, modding launch edition RT5x’s to match the 4:4:4 output capability of the rest. Before I even get into what this is, I need to be (politely, but firmly) clear: Check your serial number in the RetroTINK 5x’s firmware and check to see what letter is at the end (like in […] The post RetroTINK 5x Launch Edition 4:4:4 Mod first appeared on RetroRGB.
SegaXtreme Saturn 31st Anniversary Showcase Features 31 Entrants
It seems 31 is the Saturn’s lucky number this year — not only is the West celebrating the console’s release here 31 years ago, but the SegaXtreme Showcase features 31 Saturn projects, too. The deadline for the SegaXtreme Sega Saturn 31st Anniversary Showacase was May 11, and after a delay caused by scheduling conflicts, showcase coordinator EmeraldNova […] The post SegaXtreme Saturn 31st Anniversary Showcase Features 31 Entrants first appeared on RetroRGB.
OSSC Pro Firmware + Composite & S-Video Output Module
Markus has just released a new firmware for the OSSC Pro, v0.82. This includes finalized Lumacode support, that should allow NES color palettes to work similar to the original OSSC. This firmware also adds support for an upcoming version of the Extra AV-Out adapter that includes Composite and S-Video outputs. Price and availability of the […] The post OSSC Pro Firmware + Composite & S-Video Output Module first appeared on RetroRGB.
Talos Principle 3 will definitely be the last one in the series, because 'so many videogames just don't end, and then you have an endless kind of cliffhanger'
The game industry is built on long-running franchises, but Devolver says it doesn't want that for its narrative-focused puzzle game.
More Elden Ring filming leaks: Here's a castle with some suspiciously familiar guys on it
Specifically, it's Conwy Castle in Wales, with some suspiciously familiar guys on it.
Former Assassin's Creed Hexe director learned how to code by using AI and found out firsthand how "brutal" it was: "ChatGPT kind of sucked. It didn't really know how to code. Everything was broken"
Thankfully we haven't had to deal with a vibe-coded AC game yet
Marvel star says he "didn't have any thoughts" about Backrooms' "viral nature", was just drawn to its "deep psychological resonance"
Exclusive: Chiwetel Ejiofor explains why he didn't feel any pressure to live up to Backrooms fans' expectations with the movie
Ultra-hard survival sandbox Kenshi passes 3 million copies sold, teases fans with 'Kenshi 2 When?' website
The indie hit is tough as nails, but it's less niche than you might expect.
One Move Away is a great cosy packing game, even if it had me rage-flinging boxes into the back of a truck
What the hell am I meant to do with this weird lamp?
Marvel Cosmic Invasion Cyclops and The Thing DLC Feel Unique
The Cyclops and The Thing DLC characters feel solid on their own or used as a pair in Marvel Cosmic Invasion The post Marvel Cosmic Invasion Cyclops and The Thing DLC Feel Unique appeared first on Siliconera .
‘Saros’ intense drone metal soundtrack is available to stream
The record has been created by ‘Chernobyl’ and ‘Joker’ composer Sam Slater The post ‘Saros’ intense drone metal soundtrack is available to stream appeared first on NME.
‘Life Is Strange’ live-action adaptation adds four new names to cast
The actors playing Max, Chloe and their parents have been confirmed The post ‘Life Is Strange’ live-action adaptation adds four new names to cast appeared first on NME.
‘Call Of Duty 2026’ will be the “definitive” ‘Modern Warfare’ sequel
The “determined, bold, relentless” game will launch later this year The post ‘Call Of Duty 2026’ will be the “definitive” ‘Modern Warfare’ sequel appeared first on NME.
‘Grand Theft Auto 6’ team confirm November release date after viral 4chan delay rumour
“We’ve been really clear that we’re releasing the title on November 19” The post ‘Grand Theft Auto 6’ team confirm November release date after viral 4chan delay rumour appeared first on NME.