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Valve has priced the Steam Machine: 1,049 dollars for 512GB, 1,349 for 2TB, with preorders June 25 and a June 30 launch. It is powerful, open, and pricey.
ArcStation is a new solderless optical drive emulator for every original PlayStation model, loading games from SD card with virtual memory card support.
Krikzz's latest firmware for the Mega EverDrive adds an option for the 32X extension unit, improving compatibility with early Genesis consoles. Save states and menu options also get a boost.
Anbernic has launched an official replacement parts store covering shells, screens, batteries, joysticks, and more for its retro handheld lineup.
Everdrive maker Krikzz reports newer Analogue Pocket units may corrupt flash cart file systems — root cause still disputed, no fix confirmed.
Taki Udon's SuperStation One, an FPGA recreation of the PS1, gets its first major Console Mode software release this week, roughly doubling performance over earlier builds.
Microsoft revealed the Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition: a translucent OG Green Series X with Duke controller callbacks, releasing November 2026.
Experimental firmware v1.21.0 for the RetroTINK 4K adds support for user-defined modeline files loaded from the SD card, ending the previous four-slot limit for custom output configurations.
A Reddit post from an electronics manufacturer employee describes a Sega-licensed low-cost handheld with a 5-inch OLED display, removable cartridges, and a focus on 2D and pixel art titles.
Nintendo bundles Mario Kart 7 free with the 3DS XL for $199.99 starting December 2nd, the same price as the system alone.