“It talks the talk and you listen when it does”: UDO Audio DMNO review It's another two-synths-in-one offering from UDO, but this one has the Domino effect MusicRadar · Aug 30
The Commodore 77 looks like a C64 Ultimate for Edgerunners, but it also "brings a slice of Cyberpunk 2077 and Night City to the long-established C64 demo scene" Commodore just unveiled a Cyberpunk 2077 version of the C64 Ultimate, and the company's first-ever hardware collaboration includes exclusive demo content. GamesRadar · Aug 25
I still can't afford the RetroTINK-6X CE, but given its 1440p abilities for $230, it's more likely to become my next retro upscaler than its siblings The RetroTINK-6X CE is a freshly revealed 1440p retro console upscaler with a cheaper $230 price tag than its top-end 4K siblings, but it packs a similar punch. GamesRadar · Aug 24
Yes, a 24K gold-plated Supreme Analogue Pocket is absurd, but it isn't for regular Game Boy enjoyers like me Analogue is teaming up with Supreme to make a 24K gold-plated Analogue Pocket alongside a metallic red version, but the vanilla handheld is still out of stock. GamesRadar · Aug 18
A Commodore Amiga FPGA remake is now possible thanks to new landmark agreements The Amiga Corporation has struck deals with both Commodore International and Hyperion that could pave the way for an Amiga Ultimate FPGA remake. GamesRadar · Aug 5
3D-printed F-14 Tomcat uses an FPGA recreation of the ‘world’s first microprocessor' — CADC’s MP944 chip controls the fighter’s swing-wing system, among other things An FPGA and embedded systems expert has recreated the US Navy’s F-14 Tomcat’s Central Air Data Computer (CADC) in an FPGA. It is demonstrated in a scale 3D printed model aircraft Tom’s Hardware · Jul 26
Scanlines will help give your retro consoles a visual edge, but not all CRT effects are equal Here's a deep dive into why scanlines are used to enhance retro games today and the various effects used by consoles and emulators to mimic CRT TVs. GamesRadar · Jul 24
A tiny jumping spider with a brain the size of a poppy seed holds the secret to a revolutionary new 3D camera A new ultra-efficient 3D camera inspired by jumping spiders could reshape how drones, robots and wearables see. Digital Camera World · Jun 18
Your new Analogue Pocket might not work with Everdrive carts, so here's the skinny on the Game Boy ROM ruckus New Analogue Pocket owners are reporting issues with Everdrive GB Mini flash carts, and some believe ROMs won't run on the FPGA handheld due to RAM issues. GamesRadar · Jun 15
25 years ago today, the GBA arrived in the US, but you don't need the real thing to play the handheld's hits The GBA just turned 25 in the US, and that's a sign to play some Game Boy Advance classics, but you can play Nintendo's 2000s back catalogue on other handhelds. GamesRadar · Jun 11
Microchip Technology Sees Demand Rebound, Margin Gains as Bookings Hit 4-Year High Microchip Technology (NASDAQ:MCHP) is seeing a broad-based recovery in demand and expects continued margin improvement as it ramps production and works down remaining underutilization costs, Chief Financial Officer Eric Bjornholt said at JPMorgan’s 54th Annual Technology and Media Communications Con MarketBeat · May 27
Sega's cancelled Neptune console is finally a thing thanks to FPGA, and it's now running 32X games The GF1 Neptune is a remake of Sega's cancelled all-in-one retro console that uses FPGA to run Genesis, Master System, and 32X cartridges, and it's now near completion. GamesRadar · May 15
The newest Analogue 3D update fuels my dorky desire for accurate library cartridge colors Analogue 3D update 1.2.6 lets you change your N64 library cartridge icon colors that can be used to match the original carts or simply dress up your collection. GamesRadar · May 13
QuickLogic Q1 Earnings Call Highlights QuickLogic (NASDAQ:QUIK) reported higher first-quarter fiscal 2026 revenue and reiterated expectations for strong full-year growth, as management highlighted progress in radiation-hardened FPGA products, embedded FPGA intellectual property and chiplet-related opportunities. President and Chief Exec MarketBeat · May 13
GamesRadar · May 7 Amiga 1200 remake is delayed until December, and chip shortages are partly to blame Retro Games Ltd has delayed its full-size THEA1200 remake of the Commodore Amiga to December, citing chip shortage setbacks that have impacted OS development.
Tom’s Hardware · May 5 New server-focused SPEC CPU 2026 benchmarking suite has results for a Raspberry Pi 5 — updated tools feature more tests and can run a wide range of systems The SPEC CPU 2026 features more tests and an emphasis on portability, running on everything from fleets of servers down to a Raspberry Pi.
GamesRadar · Apr 28 The Commodore 64 Ultimate is getting a C64C sibling with an Amiga-style case that uses the original mold Commodore is releasing a new C64C Ultimate that uses the original microcomputer mold from 40 years ago to remake the '80s Amiga-inspired redesign with FPGA.
Tom’s Hardware · Apr 26 Commodore backs down over FPGA firmware lockdown — firm stops trying to block third-party firmware installs but will stand firm against bricked modded units Iconic home computer brand has reversed its no-third-party firmware decision but makes it clear that users will get 'no free support/replacement for bricked modded units.'
Tom’s Hardware · Apr 23 Bolt Graphics tapes out its first Zeus GPU test chip on TSMC 12nm — firm touts 17x lower cost of compute Bolt Graphics has announced its completed tape-out of a test chip for its Zeus GPU, marking the startup's first move from FPGA emulation to manufactured silicon.
GamesRadar · Apr 21 FPGA dev claims the Neo Geo AES+ is "basically the MiSTer core" broken up into separate chips An FPGA dev has accused the Neo Geo AES+ of a "bait and switch" following reports that the retro console's ASIC chips may use existing FPGA code.
GamesRadar · Apr 20 Commodore is gearing up to block custom C64 Ultimate firmware, but it's exploring ways to balance "user freedom with user protection" Commodore has addressed criticism surrounding decisions to lock down C64 Ultimate FPGA firmware, citing issues that could lead to "hardware returns."
GamesRadar · Apr 16 The Neo Geo AES is back, but the retro console remake is effectively the real deal reborn with HDMI The Neo Geo AES+ is a 1:1 remake of the '90s retro console that uses real arcade hardware instead of emulation or FPGA chips, all while adding HDMI output
Creative Bloq · Apr 16 Why the new NEOGEO AES+ console changes everything about retro gaming This isn't emulation, it’s a chip-level reconstruction of how gaming felt in the '90s.
Tom’s Hardware · Mar 8 Palmer Luckey’s retro gaming venture seeks $1 billion valuation as FPGA-based Nintendo 64 clone launch nears — ModRetro's M64 console plays original N64 cartridges, supports 4K resolution Palmer Luckey is said to be in talks with investors to raise funds for ModRetro at a $1 billion valuation as the retro gaming company prepares to ship its second product.
Tom’s Hardware · Jan 25 Open-source Intel 486 mobo built from scratch in under 6 months for i486 chips — M8SBC-486's goal was to achieve Linux and Doom compatibility, but it achieves far more than that An enthusiast has showcased an open-source Intel 486 motherboard that they claim was 'made from scratch' in under six months.