Retro gaming stories

Fighting Force Collection on Switch 2 revives 32-bit brawling nostalgia, but clunky controls and dated design keep it firmly in the past.

Nintendo’s Switch 2 GameCube pad revives the classic controller feel, finally making Wind Waker and friends play just as they should.

Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is a bloody nostalgia trip on PS5, mixing classic arcade brilliance with some truly dire spin-offs.

Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return on PS5 adds welcome modern tweaks, but clunky 3D, weak audio and fussy bosses dull the retro charm.

The House of the Dead 2 Remake shuffles onto Switch with nostalgic charm, clunky gyro aiming and visuals frozen in the late 90s.

iMP Tech Mini Arcade Pro transforms your Nintendo Switch/Switch 2 into a retro arcade cabinet with joystick, buttons and easy assembly.

Square Enix’s Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake on Xbox Series X offers classic RPGs with stunning visuals, smooth 60fps gameplay, and modern convenience features.

Earthion, a new 2D shooter inspired by '90s Sega Mega Drive classics, is now out on Xbox and other platforms, bringing old-school challenge to modern gamers.

Assault Suit Leynos 2, a 2D mech shooter once Japan-only, is now globally available on Nintendo Switch with added easy-mode features and chaotic gameplay.

Snow Bros. 2 Special brings nostalgic fun to Nintendo Switch, faithfully remaking the classic arcade game from 1994 with upgraded graphics and new features.

Gimmick! 2 revives the charm of 2D platforming with stunning graphics and challenging gameplay, making it a treat for both old and new gamers.

Indie title Rogue Flight revives the classic on-rails shooter genre with impressive graphics and challenging gameplay, earning a solid 8.0/10.

Retro Games has launched the A500 Mini Retro Gaming Console, a tiny homage to the original Commodore Amiga 500, complete with classic games.

OlliOlli World is a visually stunning skateboarding game that combines retro gameplay with a unique art style.

PAX Australia 2015: A whirlwind of gaming splendour, from indie gems to AAA titans, celebrating the diversity of play.

Te Papa Museum transforms into a gaming haven this summer with over 120 iconic games, featuring legends from Donkey Kong to Sonic.

MOTAT's 'Game Changer' exhibit, showcasing the evolution of games, offers a hands-on journey from past to present until May 1st.