# Latest **URL:** https://www.retrogameboards.com/latest.md [Latest](https://www.retrogameboards.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.retrogameboards.com/categories.md) --- ## [It's official. WE ARE A CHARITY! (And other updates)](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/its-official-we-are-a-charity-and-other-updates/982)
**Author:** [@Peltz](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Peltz)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2021, 10:15am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/its-official-we-are-a-charity-and-other-updates/982 "2021-10-18T10:15:28Z")
Hi all, As many of you know, we have recently been approved by the IRS as a legally recognized 501( c)(3) tax exempt charitable organization!!! It’s been a long time coming but we finally made it. With this update, a… --- ## [What is Sharpness on a CRT exactly?](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-is-sharpness-on-a-crt-exactly/3301)
**Author:** [@Orbitmorning](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Orbitmorning)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 3:09pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-is-sharpness-on-a-crt-exactly/3301 "2026-09-23T15:09:15Z")
I was playing with the sharpness setting on my CRT (Magnavox 20MT1331/17) as all my other settings look good. I was using SMB as my adjustment screen (because I’ve played it so much and it’s colorful). And I took picture… --- ## [Was everyone's screens scuffed/scratched back in the day?](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/was-everyones-screens-scuffed-scratched-back-in-the-day/3300)
**Author:** [@Orbitmorning](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Orbitmorning)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 12:39pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/was-everyones-screens-scuffed-scratched-back-in-the-day/3300 "2026-09-23T12:39:45Z")
I never had a Gameboy or Gameboy Color growing up, but I’ve recently acquired one, used of course. When looking around for one they all seem to have scuffs/scratches to the screen. I remember when I was a kid some of my … --- ## [Analogue & Retrousb FPGA Consoles OT](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/analogue-retrousb-fpga-consoles-ot/311)
**Author:** [@Kawika](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Kawika)\ **Replies:** 1227\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 8:15am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/analogue-retrousb-fpga-consoles-ot/311 "2026-09-23T08:15:10Z")
I debated a while when thinking about this OT whether or not we should have an Analogue NT, Super Analogue NT & Retrousb AVS specific topics. I thought for the limited amount of users we have this would be a good place t… --- ## [What are you playing these days?](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-are-you-playing-these-days/498)
**Author:** [@Peltz](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Peltz)\ **Replies:** 915\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 8:08am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-are-you-playing-these-days/498 "2026-09-23T08:08:27Z")
Simple question. No rules. This is just a catch all place where you can talk about the games you’re playing right now without needing to do a full LTTP/RTTP thread. Recently I played Layer Section on Saturn - which was … --- ## [The official Retro Core / Battle of the Ports thread](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/the-official-retro-core-battle-of-the-ports-thread/536)
**Author:** [@Yakumo](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Yakumo)\ **Replies:** 1353\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 1:18am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/the-official-retro-core-battle-of-the-ports-thread/536 "2026-09-23T01:18:54Z")
I sure hope this is okay to post here. Mods, please let me know if it’s not. Many people here know that I run the YouTube Channel - Retro Core. The channel has a few different shows which are: Battle of the Ports (Re… --- ## [Aquaplus P/ECE - forgotten Japanese handheld](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/aquaplus-p-ece-forgotten-japanese-handheld/2461)
**Author:** [@matt](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/matt)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 9:26pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/aquaplus-p-ece-forgotten-japanese-handheld/2461 "2026-09-20T21:26:32Z")
The P/ECE was a Japan-only handheld/mobile gaming console released in late-2001. Similar to Playdate it allowed users to create their own games or side-load games created by other developers. In this blog post I look at … --- ## [Super Mario Bros Wonder doesn't quite capture the essence of 2D Mario](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/super-mario-bros-wonder-doesnt-quite-capture-the-essence-of-2d-mario/2887)
**Author:** [@harborline\_765](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/harborline_765)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 5:07pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/super-mario-bros-wonder-doesnt-quite-capture-the-essence-of-2d-mario/2887 "2026-09-20T17:07:49Z")
I had fun playing Super Mario Bros. Wonder, but by the end of the game I felt very unsatisfied, despite enjoying the first couple of worlds immensely. Having thought long about why this is while also playing New Super Ma… --- ## [What are you playing? (Modern Gaming Edition)](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-are-you-playing-modern-gaming-edition/579)
**Author:** [@raskulous](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/raskulous)\ **Replies:** 391\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2026, 1:32pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/what-are-you-playing-modern-gaming-edition/579 "2026-09-19T13:32:53Z")
I figured this is the best place for this topic, as we probably want to keep the main board retro themed. I’m currently working through Grim Dawn, and Divinity: Original Sin on Steam. My go-to game for competitive gami… --- ## [Old gaming toys, peripherals, memorabilia, tat thread. Junk welcome!](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/old-gaming-toys-peripherals-memorabilia-tat-thread-junk-welcome/2969)
**Author:** [@harborline\_765](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/harborline_765)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 10:44pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/old-gaming-toys-peripherals-memorabilia-tat-thread-junk-welcome/2969 "2026-09-16T22:44:25Z")
Making the very focused thread about a single gachapon made me think: let’s have a thread to discuss any peripherals, toys, and general memorabilia. I’ll kick off…always liked this Famicom Disc System case that Nintendo… --- ## [The Sunday Night Shmup thread](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/the-sunday-night-shmup-thread/1061)
**Author:** [@AgentUnknown](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/AgentUnknown)\ **Replies:** 1930\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 6:01am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/the-sunday-night-shmup-thread/1061 "2026-09-16T06:01:48Z")
Going to try a (semi weekly) thing where I post a picture of a shmup I’m playing on Sunday night using either the game’s packaging, title screen or an in game pic. Feel free to add your own pic or just reply with whateve… --- ## [RGB Pick Up Thread Of Swag!](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/rgb-pick-up-thread-of-swag/224)
**Author:** [@Socksfelloff](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Socksfelloff)\ **Replies:** 5434\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 11:35am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/rgb-pick-up-thread-of-swag/224 "2026-09-14T11:35:58Z")
One of the things I enjoy most about our community is the pick ups and the swag! I want to see it all. Let’s see the Snatcher you overpayed for on EBay or the GCN component cables you claimed to find at a thrift store f… --- ## [Forum update: now compatible with non-www](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/forum-update-now-compatible-with-non-www/3250)
**Author:** [@matt](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/matt)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 4:00am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/forum-update-now-compatible-with-non-www/3250 "2026-09-14T04:00:25Z")
It’s now possible to type either retrogameboards.com (without the www) …which will be turned into www.retrogameboards.com (the one true location) Have fun! --- ## [3DS OT: 1 Platform, 2 Screens, 3 Dimensions](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/3ds-ot-1-platform-2-screens-3-dimensions/1279)
**Author:** [@Peltz](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Peltz)\ **Replies:** 257\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 3:26am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/3ds-ot-1-platform-2-screens-3-dimensions/1279 "2026-09-14T03:26:38Z")
Crank up your 3D sliders boys and girls. It’s time to talk about the final frontier for SD graphics. It’s the end of an era. Possibly the last truly “retro” video game system that has its own distinct looking games, th… --- ## [Neo geo AES+ delayed to fall 2027](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/neo-geo-aes-delayed-to-fall-2027/3296)
**Author:** [@Peltz](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Peltz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2026, 1:26am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/neo-geo-aes-delayed-to-fall-2027/3296 "2026-09-12T01:26:47Z")
Really a big bummer and has me worried about the long term viability of the project. This preorder process has now become a kickstarter. I would’ve released on a staggered basis rather than delay for everyone. --- ## [Your thoughts on the new generation of Nintendo 64 remakes](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/your-thoughts-on-the-new-generation-of-nintendo-64-remakes/3244)
**Author:** [@harborline\_765](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/harborline_765)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 12:50am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/your-thoughts-on-the-new-generation-of-nintendo-64-remakes/3244 "2026-09-09T00:50:35Z")
Now that a modern Ocarina of Time remake is very much a reality, I thought I’d follow up on Peltz’s thread concerning Star Fox’s modern remake. It looks like N64 remakes are back, last taking place on the 3DS, and Ninte… --- ## [The Super Nintendo |OT| Thread - SNES is what SEGAIN'T](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/the-super-nintendo-ot-thread-snes-is-what-segaint/300)
**Author:** [@SupaNintendoChalmers](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/SupaNintendoChalmers)\ **Replies:** 435\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 8:42pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/the-super-nintendo-ot-thread-snes-is-what-segaint/300 "2026-09-06T20:42:38Z")
\[Logo 2\] Welcome to the Super Nintendo Entertainment System Official Thread. Come in! Grab a pad! You’ll be safe from pesky blue hedgehogs in here. Coming off the success of the Nintendo Entertainment System, Nintendo … --- ## [Games that nag at you](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/games-that-nag-at-you/3249)
**Author:** [@raskulous](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/raskulous)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 2:41pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/games-that-nag-at-you/3249 "2026-09-06T14:41:19Z")
I track my backlog of games on backloggery, and I try to keep it up to date, but it’s mostly for games that I have finished. I don’t usually add new games to it that I haven’t finished, as I’m always trying out new games… --- ## [Dragon Hopper - vertical jumping action on the Virtual Boy](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/dragon-hopper-vertical-jumping-action-on-the-virtual-boy/3272)
**Author:** [@harborline\_765](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/harborline_765)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 9:53am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/dragon-hopper-vertical-jumping-action-on-the-virtual-boy/3272 "2026-09-06T09:53:00Z")
Well then. The second of Nintendo’s unreleased Virtual Boy games dropped alongside Zero Racers, and this one’s even more of a treat. The idea of a vertical hopping game calls to mind the likes of Monster Rancher: Hop… --- ## [NES/Famicom Appreciation Thread - Playing With Power, Then and Now](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/nes-famicom-appreciation-thread-playing-with-power-then-and-now/258)
**Author:** [@Radarscope1](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Radarscope1)\ **Replies:** 783\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 10:41pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/nes-famicom-appreciation-thread-playing-with-power-then-and-now/258 "2026-09-04T22:41:23Z")
\[Deluxe set\] Welcome to RGB’s OT for arguably the most iconic and important piece of hardware in videogame history: the Famicom/NES. First released in Japan as the Family Computer (or Famicom for short) in July 1983, th… --- ## [When your games go on the fritz - Suteneko's repair & mod thread.](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/when-your-games-go-on-the-fritz-sutenekos-repair-mod-thread/923)
**Author:** [@Suteneko](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Suteneko)\ **Replies:** 216\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 4:47am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/when-your-games-go-on-the-fritz-sutenekos-repair-mod-thread/923 "2026-09-04T04:47:05Z")
Thought I’d start up a repair log thread where we can compile the various repair work we’ve done for when those Gremlins throw a spanner into the works. Hopefully the repairs logged can prove useful in assisting others w… --- ## [Upcoming remakes, reboots and reimaginings](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/upcoming-remakes-reboots-and-reimaginings/2809)
**Author:** [@retroman](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/retroman)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 4:28am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/upcoming-remakes-reboots-and-reimaginings/2809 "2026-09-04T04:28:49Z")
Since we already have a thread for retro re-releases, I thought it’d be a good idea to dedicate a thread to remakes, reboots and reimaginings as well. In contrast to re-releases, where faithfulness to the original games… --- ## [Playstation physical games ending production](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/playstation-physical-games-ending-production/3247)
**Author:** [@D.Lo](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/D.Lo)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 4:28am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/playstation-physical-games-ending-production/3247 "2026-09-04T04:28:21Z")
RIP Playstation disc games, 1994-2028. Also ironic that only 12 years ago they made a huge deal about sharing your real physical games. Microsoft’s catastrophic error was just going in too early. --- ## [Hidden Gems 💎](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/hidden-gems/3265)
**Author:** [@poptart](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/poptart)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 4:26am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/hidden-gems/3265 "2026-09-04T04:26:43Z")
Do you have any games you love that you never hear anyone talking about? I recently started a new save in Looney Tunes Sheep Raider. It’s a criminally under appreciated game, very unique mix of stealth and puzzle/pl… --- ## [Has anyone ever touched a TurboExpress?](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/has-anyone-ever-touched-a-turboexpress/3216)
**Author:** [@InSearchOfCartridges](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/InSearchOfCartridges)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 4:14am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/has-anyone-ever-touched-a-turboexpress/3216 "2026-09-04T04:14:15Z")
I stumbled across this Wikipedia article about a handheld from the 90s that looks quite unique to me. It’s called the TurboExpress, but the article itself is quite short in my opinion, and apparently contains informatio… --- ## [Which Playstation 2 Model is some of the best to have if you want to play discs?](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/which-playstation-2-model-is-some-of-the-best-to-have-if-you-want-to-play-discs/3197)
**Author:** [@Santana1234](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Santana1234)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 3:16am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/which-playstation-2-model-is-some-of-the-best-to-have-if-you-want-to-play-discs/3197 "2026-09-04T03:16:05Z")
I feeling when it comes to reliability of the PS2, they can be a hit and miss. On one hand, back in the day they are known to have disc read errors issues causing a lawsuit, and on the other hand people still have their … --- ## [PlayStation Portable |OT| EVERYWHERE JUST GOT BETTER!](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/playstation-portable-ot-everywhere-just-got-better/284)
**Author:** [@Fallen92](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Fallen92)\ **Replies:** 337\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 12:08pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/playstation-portable-ot-everywhere-just-got-better/284 "2026-09-03T12:08:56Z")
Release Dates: JPN: December 12, 2004 NA: March 25, 2005 EU: September 1, 2005 The PlayStation Portable (PSP) was Sony’s first foray into the handheld market unveiled on May 11, 2004 it was a capable machine, tou… --- ## [Featured Global Battle #69! - Nam-1975](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/featured-global-battle-69-nam-1975/3273)
**Author:** [@raskulous](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/raskulous)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2026, 10:04pm UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/featured-global-battle-69-nam-1975/3273 "2026-09-01T22:04:45Z")
Featured Global Battle: #69 Game: Nam-1975 Platform(s): Arcade & Neo Geo Challenge Type: High Score Game Details: Full game, 1 credit When: 2 weeks (Aug 10, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026) Chosen By: Glowsquid Given a mis… --- ## [Best way to track and record your collection?](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/best-way-to-track-and-record-your-collection/237)
**Author:** [@Dynamite\_Headdy](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/Dynamite_Headdy)\ **Replies:** 182\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2026, 12:16am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/best-way-to-track-and-record-your-collection/237 "2026-08-30T00:16:28Z")
What do you use to track and file what you already own, what you want to buy, etc.? Do you use excel, access, a website? I’ve never really written down and used to be able to remember but my collection has grown large … --- ## [Featured Global Battle #70 - R-Type Leo](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/featured-global-battle-70-r-type-leo/3286)
**Author:** [@raskulous](https://www.retrogameboards.com/u/raskulous)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 4:53am UTC](https://www.retrogameboards.com/t/featured-global-battle-70-r-type-leo/3286 "2026-08-26T04:53:43Z")
Featured Global Battle: #70 Game: R-Type Leo Platform(s): Arcade Challenge Type: High Score Game Details: Full game, 1 credit When: 2 weeks (Aug 24, 2026 - Sep 6, 2026) Chosen By: raskulous The R-Type game with… [Next page](https://www.retrogameboards.com/latest.md?page=1)