News for November 4, 2026

New Amiga 5000-Like System Reaches 46th Design Revision

A hobbyist project designing a new computer in the style of a theoretical Amiga 5000 has reached its 46th design revision. The system is being developed to work with current, roughly 2026-era technology rather than simply replicating older hardware. It follows the long running interest among Amiga enthusiasts in imagining how Commodore's line might have evolved had it continued. via reddit.com/r/thisweekinretro

Rainbow Stars Mario Fangame Chapter 2 Gets Spooky Theme

Rainbow Stars Mario Fangame Chapter 2 Gets Spooky Theme

Super Mario & The Rainbow Stars, a fan-made Mario game for PC by developer Starshi, has revealed more about its upcoming second chapter. The new chapter is described as standalone and takes a spooky direction, featuring haunted stages and a new ghostly companion character. It follows earlier teasers that set the second chapter for 2026 and previously introduced a character called Ralle. via console-classics.com