C64 Ultimate Lands Exclusive Retail Deal with Colby

Commodore has announced an exclusive retail partnership with electronics distributor Colby to bring the C64 Ultimate to physical shop shelves. The company, led by Christian Simpson, says this marks the first time the Commodore 64 brand will be sold in stores across Europe and parts of Africa and Asia in over 30 years. Previously the C64 Ultimate and other Commodore products, including the 64C and the Talkback 8020 phone, have been sold online only. via timeextension.com

Super Mario 64 Is Being Ported to the Virtual Boy

Super Mario 64 Is Being Ported to the Virtual Boy

A homebrew developer is working on a port of Super Mario 64 for the Virtual Boy, Nintendo's short-lived 3D console from the 1990s. The project adds to the long list of unusual platforms that fans have managed to get the N64 classic running on, a trend the story compares to the way id Software's DOOM keeps turning up on unlikely hardware. The Virtual Boy, released in 1995, was known for its red-and-black monochrome stereoscopic display and had a limited library before being discontinued. via retrododo.com

Hyperkin Says Mega95 Handheld Has Entered Mass Production

Hyperkin Says Mega95 Handheld Has Entered Mass Production

Hyperkin has given an update on its Mega95 handheld, confirming that mass production has now begun. The device, which plays original Sega Genesis/Mega Drive cartridges in a portable form factor similar to Hyperkin's SupaBoy line, had previously been delayed due to manufacturing issues. The company says the long wait is nearly over as the product moves into production ahead of release. via timeextension.com

Under the Microscope Examines Saturn Game Sokkou Seitokai

Under the Microscope Examines Saturn Game Sokkou Seitokai

A new instalment of the "Under the Microscope" series looks at Sokkou Seitokai, also known as Sonic Council, a fighting game released for the Sega Saturn. The game is based on a manga series that originally ran in Gamest magazine, a Japanese publication known for its coverage of arcade and fighting games. The feature notes that background on the game's origins is already well documented in Japanese sources, and examines the title in more technical detail. via segasaturnshiro.com

Amigent Adds AI Agent Control via MCP Server for Amiga

Amigent Adds AI Agent Control via MCP Server for Amiga

The GitHub page for Andreas Wendorf's Amigent tool details an MCP server that lets AI agents remotely control a real Amiga, in addition to its manual remote desktop mode similar to TeamViewer or VNC. The project is built for AmigaOS 3.x on 68000 and later machines, and is tuned to work over slow Amiga hardware and slow networks. Amigent can show the Amiga's live screen in a window and allow a connected PC or Mac to operate it directly. via github.com

1Retro Adds Cloud Saves Across Multiple Emulation Devices

1Retro Adds Cloud Saves Across Multiple Emulation Devices

A new piece of software called 1Retro has been highlighted for offering cloud save syncing for emulator users. The tool allows save files to be backed up and shared across multiple devices, so progress made on one handheld or system can continue on another without manually transferring files. This addresses a common frustration for retro gamers who use several emulation devices and risk losing saves when switching between them. via retrododo.com

New Book Charts PlayStation’s First 30 Years

New Book Charts PlayStation's First 30 Years

A new retrospective book titled PlayStation: The First 30 Years has been announced, covering the console's history since Sony entered the market. It is being released as a physical book and is described as a lush visual history of the brand. The release marks three decades since Sony's original PlayStation launched and went on to become a dominant force in the games industry, competing against established manufacturers at the time. via timeextension.com

Dolphin Depot Brings App Store Style Hub to GameCube

Dolphin Depot Brings App Store Style Hub to GameCube

Developer Webhdx has launched Dolphin Depot, a homebrew channel style app store for the Nintendo GameCube. The system lets users browse and install available homebrew apps directly on their console, and the site also offers a browser-based way to view the catalogue. Using it requires the GameCube to have internet access, which affordable homebrew network interface cards now make possible. via retrorgb.com

GODGAME Brings Populous-Style Strategy to Amstrad CPC 6128

GODGAME Brings Populous-Style Strategy to Amstrad CPC 6128

Developer SoftDevil is working on GODGAME, a new strategy title for the Amstrad CPC 6128 or any CPC with 128k of RAM. The game takes clear inspiration from Populous, the influential god game created by Peter Molyneux, casting players as a benevolent deity who shapes the world below. The player's presence is represented by a bearded, crowned king avatar shown in the top-left corner of the screen. The project is still in development. via indieretronews.com