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Microsoft brings original Xbox backward compatibility to Windows PCs

Microsoft has started selling original Xbox games on Windows PCs for the first time, beginning with BLiNX, Conker, Crimson Skies, and Fuzion Frenzy. The $10 releases also unlock through Game …

News Ars Technica · 2 months ago
The Decode — the original Midwinter, reverse-engineered in one day

A fan-led reverse-engineering effort reportedly got the original Midwinter running in just one day, which is a strong reminder of how much old game code can still be recovered when …

News khawk · 3 months, 2 weeks ago
"Super ZSNES" is a stab at a modern SNES emulator from the original developers

The original developers of ZSNES have returned with 'Super ZSNES,' a modern SNES emulator that enhances audio-visual elements of classic games. This revival could significantly impact how developers approach retro …

News Ars Technica · 4 months, 4 weeks ago
Atari acquires emulation studio Implicit Conversions

Atari is folding emulation specialist Implicit Conversions into its retro-content stack, adding another proprietary engine to the mix. For teams working on preservation or legacy ports, the practical takeaway is …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 5 months ago
Atari acquires emulation studio Implicit Conversions

Atari's acquisition of Implicit Conversions marks a significant step in enhancing their emulation capabilities. This move could greatly benefit programmers and designers focused on retro gaming, as the proprietary Syrup …

News Game Developer · 5 months ago
Nintendo strikes more emulators with DMCA takedown notices

Nintendo's recent DMCA takedown notices target several emulators on GitHub, signaling a continued crackdown on unauthorized software. This move could impact developers who rely on emulators for testing or development …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 7 months, 1 week ago