Matt Hughson (NES & GB Dev)
@mhughson.bsky.social
Game developer making new games for old systems, such as the NES and Game Boy! #nesdev #gbdev
• From Below (NES | 2020)
• Witch n' Wiz (NES | 2021)
• From Below Pocket (GB | 2023)
• Super Sunny World (NES | TBD)
MORE: https://linktr.ee/matthughson
• From Below (NES | 2020)
• Witch n' Wiz (NES | 2021)
• From Below Pocket (GB | 2023)
• Super Sunny World (NES | TBD)
MORE: https://linktr.ee/matthughson
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HI! I'm Matt!
I'm coding a brand new platformer for the NES, inspired by Super Mario Bros 1 + 3. It's called...
Super Sunny World 🌞
Follow me to get updates as it approaches alpha, and please repost to let other folks know about it! 📷
#nesdev #gamedev #screenshotsaturday
I'm coding a brand new platformer for the NES, inspired by Super Mario Bros 1 + 3. It's called...
Super Sunny World 🌞
Follow me to get updates as it approaches alpha, and please repost to let other folks know about it! 📷
#nesdev #gamedev #screenshotsaturday
How I squeezed the ATTRACT MODE of Super Sunny World (NES) into 10 lines of code!
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"Attract Mode" stems from the arcade. Looping gameplay would entice viewers to try the game. It helps avoid burn-in on CRT displays.
Later this would come to home consoles as well!
#nesdev
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"Attract Mode" stems from the arcade. Looping gameplay would entice viewers to try the game. It helps avoid burn-in on CRT displays.
Later this would come to home consoles as well!
#nesdev
November 10, 2025 at 6:18 PM
How I squeezed the ATTRACT MODE of Super Sunny World (NES) into 10 lines of code!
_________________________
"Attract Mode" stems from the arcade. Looping gameplay would entice viewers to try the game. It helps avoid burn-in on CRT displays.
Later this would come to home consoles as well!
#nesdev
_________________________
"Attract Mode" stems from the arcade. Looping gameplay would entice viewers to try the game. It helps avoid burn-in on CRT displays.
Later this would come to home consoles as well!
#nesdev
Ever wonder how graphics are made for the NES?
Here's how I get full screen graphics, like this, from my PC into my NES game, Super Sunny World🌞! I'll try to keep it high level, and avoid anything super technical.
Details below in thread! 🧵
#nesdev
Here's how I get full screen graphics, like this, from my PC into my NES game, Super Sunny World🌞! I'll try to keep it high level, and avoid anything super technical.
Details below in thread! 🧵
#nesdev
November 8, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Ever wonder how graphics are made for the NES?
Here's how I get full screen graphics, like this, from my PC into my NES game, Super Sunny World🌞! I'll try to keep it high level, and avoid anything super technical.
Details below in thread! 🧵
#nesdev
Here's how I get full screen graphics, like this, from my PC into my NES game, Super Sunny World🌞! I'll try to keep it high level, and avoid anything super technical.
Details below in thread! 🧵
#nesdev
yes please.
November 8, 2025 at 12:18 AM
yes please.
I'm happy to reveal that WARP ZONES will be in Super Sunny World 🌞 (my upcoming NES platformer).
They are hard to find, but easy to reach again once you know where they are (similar to Mario Bros). This should make the limited-lives style of gameplay more enjoyable.
#nesdev
They are hard to find, but easy to reach again once you know where they are (similar to Mario Bros). This should make the limited-lives style of gameplay more enjoyable.
#nesdev
November 7, 2025 at 5:48 AM
I'm happy to reveal that WARP ZONES will be in Super Sunny World 🌞 (my upcoming NES platformer).
They are hard to find, but easy to reach again once you know where they are (similar to Mario Bros). This should make the limited-lives style of gameplay more enjoyable.
#nesdev
They are hard to find, but easy to reach again once you know where they are (similar to Mario Bros). This should make the limited-lives style of gameplay more enjoyable.
#nesdev
The new game from @sinclairstrange.bsky.social looks fantastic! Giving Wonderboy vibes for sure!
store.steampowered.com/app/628360/S...
store.steampowered.com/app/628360/S...
Save 25% on Sir Noggin on Steam
Sir Noggin is a platformer inspired by the glorious 8-bit days and in the style of the Master System. Relive the days where the controllers only had a couple of buttons and you'd have to re-tune in yo...
store.steampowered.com
November 6, 2025 at 4:12 AM
The new game from @sinclairstrange.bsky.social looks fantastic! Giving Wonderboy vibes for sure!
store.steampowered.com/app/628360/S...
store.steampowered.com/app/628360/S...
Super Sunny World (my upcoming NES platformer) will have a number of hidden items required to reach 100% completion.
To make this more manageable, I've included a stats page with a breakdown per level of what you are missing!
#nesdev
To make this more manageable, I've included a stats page with a breakdown per level of what you are missing!
#nesdev
November 5, 2025 at 3:16 AM
Super Sunny World (my upcoming NES platformer) will have a number of hidden items required to reach 100% completion.
To make this more manageable, I've included a stats page with a breakdown per level of what you are missing!
#nesdev
To make this more manageable, I've included a stats page with a breakdown per level of what you are missing!
#nesdev
Reposted by Matt Hughson (NES & GB Dev)
🚨KICKSTARTER🚨
[ #Homebrew #NES #Famicom ]
The Legend of Poo Panties the Cat is a new platforming game for the NES and Famicom, by Pine Forest Games.
Cartridges available here:
➡️ www.kickstarter.com/projects/900...
➡️ #hbconnexion
[ #Homebrew #NES #Famicom ]
The Legend of Poo Panties the Cat is a new platforming game for the NES and Famicom, by Pine Forest Games.
Cartridges available here:
➡️ www.kickstarter.com/projects/900...
➡️ #hbconnexion
November 2, 2025 at 11:24 PM
🚨KICKSTARTER🚨
[ #Homebrew #NES #Famicom ]
The Legend of Poo Panties the Cat is a new platforming game for the NES and Famicom, by Pine Forest Games.
Cartridges available here:
➡️ www.kickstarter.com/projects/900...
➡️ #hbconnexion
[ #Homebrew #NES #Famicom ]
The Legend of Poo Panties the Cat is a new platforming game for the NES and Famicom, by Pine Forest Games.
Cartridges available here:
➡️ www.kickstarter.com/projects/900...
➡️ #hbconnexion
Reposted by Matt Hughson (NES & GB Dev)
🚨KICKSTARTER🚨
[ #Homebrew #NES ]
Necro Nancy is an all-new horror arcade shooter by Grimware Games. Blast through 25 escalating stages of ghouls, ghosts, gore and boss fights with Nancy Graves, a girl gifted with necromantic powers.
➡️ www.kickstarter.com/projects/gri...
➡️ #hbconnexion
[ #Homebrew #NES ]
Necro Nancy is an all-new horror arcade shooter by Grimware Games. Blast through 25 escalating stages of ghouls, ghosts, gore and boss fights with Nancy Graves, a girl gifted with necromantic powers.
➡️ www.kickstarter.com/projects/gri...
➡️ #hbconnexion
November 2, 2025 at 11:29 PM
🚨KICKSTARTER🚨
[ #Homebrew #NES ]
Necro Nancy is an all-new horror arcade shooter by Grimware Games. Blast through 25 escalating stages of ghouls, ghosts, gore and boss fights with Nancy Graves, a girl gifted with necromantic powers.
➡️ www.kickstarter.com/projects/gri...
➡️ #hbconnexion
[ #Homebrew #NES ]
Necro Nancy is an all-new horror arcade shooter by Grimware Games. Blast through 25 escalating stages of ghouls, ghosts, gore and boss fights with Nancy Graves, a girl gifted with necromantic powers.
➡️ www.kickstarter.com/projects/gri...
➡️ #hbconnexion
Homebrew #MailCall!
Haunted Halloween '87 (NES) by @retrotainmentgames.bsky.social has arrived just in time for Halloween 🎃!
#nesdev
Haunted Halloween '87 (NES) by @retrotainmentgames.bsky.social has arrived just in time for Halloween 🎃!
#nesdev
October 31, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Homebrew #MailCall!
Haunted Halloween '87 (NES) by @retrotainmentgames.bsky.social has arrived just in time for Halloween 🎃!
#nesdev
Haunted Halloween '87 (NES) by @retrotainmentgames.bsky.social has arrived just in time for Halloween 🎃!
#nesdev
Reposted by Matt Hughson (NES & GB Dev)
I love how this is slowly becoming a full game! We now have the framework for simple quests! Here's an example where our hero goes out to fetch the Red Orb for this villager! #nesdev #jrpg #thebookofrynn
October 21, 2025 at 4:14 PM
I love how this is slowly becoming a full game! We now have the framework for simple quests! Here's an example where our hero goes out to fetch the Red Orb for this villager! #nesdev #jrpg #thebookofrynn
A new @sinclairstrange.bsky.social game just dropped, so you know it's going to rock!
store.steampowered.com/app/533610/J...
store.steampowered.com/app/533610/J...
Save 25% on Jet Gunner: Refueled on Steam
Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to ge...
store.steampowered.com
October 13, 2025 at 9:21 PM
A new @sinclairstrange.bsky.social game just dropped, so you know it's going to rock!
store.steampowered.com/app/533610/J...
store.steampowered.com/app/533610/J...
This game is super fun. Highly recommend it if you're looking for a quick, pick-up-n-play puzzle platformer. The ROM is included.
TIP: Press select on level intro to pick a level (there is no SAVE functionality)
TIP: Press select on level intro to pick a level (there is no SAVE functionality)
🟥🟦 Use red & blue tricks to clear each stage!
✨Completely new 8-bit puzzle action game
Midnight Yammy: 8-Bit Trickster Show
Steam version launching on September 17, 2025!
Includes .nes ROM NES-compatible systems
🔽 Check out the Steam store page
store.steampowered.com/app/3807470/
✨Completely new 8-bit puzzle action game
Midnight Yammy: 8-Bit Trickster Show
Steam version launching on September 17, 2025!
Includes .nes ROM NES-compatible systems
🔽 Check out the Steam store page
store.steampowered.com/app/3807470/
Midnight Yammy | 8-Bit Trickster Show on Steam
The elusive bunny thief, Midnight Yammy, is here to steal the show on a stage full of magic tricks! Erase blocks, slip through ceilings, switch platforms — and let your wits guide you through this sim...
store.steampowered.com
October 1, 2025 at 8:12 PM
This game is super fun. Highly recommend it if you're looking for a quick, pick-up-n-play puzzle platformer. The ROM is included.
TIP: Press select on level intro to pick a level (there is no SAVE functionality)
TIP: Press select on level intro to pick a level (there is no SAVE functionality)
Great video showing off the homebrew section of Gamescom 2025! Apparently, Witch n' Wiz for the Genesis was there and I didn't even know, haha!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_dt...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_dt...
retrospiel.com @ retro gaming area // Gamescom 2025
YouTube video by retrospiel
www.youtube.com
September 23, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Great video showing off the homebrew section of Gamescom 2025! Apparently, Witch n' Wiz for the Genesis was there and I didn't even know, haha!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_dt...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_dt...
Air Hockey on the NES and it feels *really* good. Kind of blown away by this one. Check it out!
bthacker.itch.io/air-hockey-n...
bthacker.itch.io/air-hockey-n...
Air Hockey - NES Black Box by bthacker
Air Hockey for the NES!
bthacker.itch.io
September 20, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Air Hockey on the NES and it feels *really* good. Kind of blown away by this one. Check it out!
bthacker.itch.io/air-hockey-n...
bthacker.itch.io/air-hockey-n...
These guys are always pushing the limits of #NESDev! Looks amazing!
And I'm told you can export a working NES ROM!
And I'm told you can export a working NES ROM!
Coming soon: Micro Mages MAKER! 🧙♀️🔨
Steam page: store.steampowered.com/app/3907760/...
Wishlist if you'd like to support us and not miss the release <3 Thanks! #NES #NESdev
Steam page: store.steampowered.com/app/3907760/...
Wishlist if you'd like to support us and not miss the release <3 Thanks! #NES #NESdev
September 16, 2025 at 6:35 PM
These guys are always pushing the limits of #NESDev! Looks amazing!
And I'm told you can export a working NES ROM!
And I'm told you can export a working NES ROM!
Are there any NES games with visual effects, or hardware quirks, you'd like me to break down in detail next?
Drop a comment or screenshot below! Extra points if it’s something accessible without me spending hours in the game. 😉 #nesdev
Drop a comment or screenshot below! Extra points if it’s something accessible without me spending hours in the game. 😉 #nesdev
September 14, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Are there any NES games with visual effects, or hardware quirks, you'd like me to break down in detail next?
Drop a comment or screenshot below! Extra points if it’s something accessible without me spending hours in the game. 😉 #nesdev
Drop a comment or screenshot below! Extra points if it’s something accessible without me spending hours in the game. 😉 #nesdev
Check out this great new Retro PRINT magazine: Retronomicon Quarterly, by @readrq.bsky.social !
It's got a huge focus on homebrew games, so it's worth a look! #nesdev
It's got a huge focus on homebrew games, so it's worth a look! #nesdev
September 12, 2025 at 12:41 AM
Check out this great new Retro PRINT magazine: Retronomicon Quarterly, by @readrq.bsky.social !
It's got a huge focus on homebrew games, so it's worth a look! #nesdev
It's got a huge focus on homebrew games, so it's worth a look! #nesdev
Reposted by Matt Hughson (NES & GB Dev)
🟥🟦 Use red & blue tricks to clear each stage!
✨Completely new 8-bit puzzle action game
Midnight Yammy: 8-Bit Trickster Show
Steam version launching on September 17, 2025!
Includes .nes ROM NES-compatible systems
🔽 Check out the Steam store page
store.steampowered.com/app/3807470/
✨Completely new 8-bit puzzle action game
Midnight Yammy: 8-Bit Trickster Show
Steam version launching on September 17, 2025!
Includes .nes ROM NES-compatible systems
🔽 Check out the Steam store page
store.steampowered.com/app/3807470/
Midnight Yammy | 8-Bit Trickster Show on Steam
The elusive bunny thief, Midnight Yammy, is here to steal the show on a stage full of magic tricks! Erase blocks, slip through ceilings, switch platforms — and let your wits guide you through this sim...
store.steampowered.com
September 10, 2025 at 3:07 PM
🟥🟦 Use red & blue tricks to clear each stage!
✨Completely new 8-bit puzzle action game
Midnight Yammy: 8-Bit Trickster Show
Steam version launching on September 17, 2025!
Includes .nes ROM NES-compatible systems
🔽 Check out the Steam store page
store.steampowered.com/app/3807470/
✨Completely new 8-bit puzzle action game
Midnight Yammy: 8-Bit Trickster Show
Steam version launching on September 17, 2025!
Includes .nes ROM NES-compatible systems
🔽 Check out the Steam store page
store.steampowered.com/app/3807470/
Metroid-inspired REPUGNANT BOUNTY from
@starlab.bsky.social is available again in physical form for the Game Boy Color!
Preorders end in 30 days! #gbdev
homebrew-factory.com/game-boy/160...
@starlab.bsky.social is available again in physical form for the Game Boy Color!
Preorders end in 30 days! #gbdev
homebrew-factory.com/game-boy/160...
Repugnant Bounty
Metroidvania. Action Platformer.
homebrew-factory.com
September 9, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Metroid-inspired REPUGNANT BOUNTY from
@starlab.bsky.social is available again in physical form for the Game Boy Color!
Preorders end in 30 days! #gbdev
homebrew-factory.com/game-boy/160...
@starlab.bsky.social is available again in physical form for the Game Boy Color!
Preorders end in 30 days! #gbdev
homebrew-factory.com/game-boy/160...
Did you know you could technically run a game on the Game Genie itself? There's a #nesdev GAME JAM for just that!
Use the super limited built in graphics of the Game Genie, and fit into the 16KB of ROM space, and you're good to go!
forums.nesdev.org/viewtopic.ph...
Use the super limited built in graphics of the Game Genie, and fit into the 16KB of ROM space, and you're good to go!
forums.nesdev.org/viewtopic.ph...
September 9, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Did you know you could technically run a game on the Game Genie itself? There's a #nesdev GAME JAM for just that!
Use the super limited built in graphics of the Game Genie, and fit into the 16KB of ROM space, and you're good to go!
forums.nesdev.org/viewtopic.ph...
Use the super limited built in graphics of the Game Genie, and fit into the 16KB of ROM space, and you're good to go!
forums.nesdev.org/viewtopic.ph...
PSA #nesdev:
@4mhzes.bsky.social has upgraded the "Official Homebrew Seal" image I released a while back and feature on my games.
Anyone is free to use it without credit. It's not "official" in any way. Talk to a lawyer if you are concerned about legality.👮♂️
www.matthughson.com/2022/05/17/n...
@4mhzes.bsky.social has upgraded the "Official Homebrew Seal" image I released a while back and feature on my games.
Anyone is free to use it without credit. It's not "official" in any way. Talk to a lawyer if you are concerned about legality.👮♂️
www.matthughson.com/2022/05/17/n...
September 9, 2025 at 2:01 AM
PSA #nesdev:
@4mhzes.bsky.social has upgraded the "Official Homebrew Seal" image I released a while back and feature on my games.
Anyone is free to use it without credit. It's not "official" in any way. Talk to a lawyer if you are concerned about legality.👮♂️
www.matthughson.com/2022/05/17/n...
@4mhzes.bsky.social has upgraded the "Official Homebrew Seal" image I released a while back and feature on my games.
Anyone is free to use it without credit. It's not "official" in any way. Talk to a lawyer if you are concerned about legality.👮♂️
www.matthughson.com/2022/05/17/n...
Ammo System is in! 💥🔫
Here's the design I came up with:
* 3 bullets
* Successful hits don't use ammo
* 1 bullet reloads after 5 seconds of not firing
* Additional bullets reload after 1 more second
The goal is to reduce bullet spam, but also reward skilled play #nesdev
Here's the design I came up with:
* 3 bullets
* Successful hits don't use ammo
* 1 bullet reloads after 5 seconds of not firing
* Additional bullets reload after 1 more second
The goal is to reduce bullet spam, but also reward skilled play #nesdev
September 8, 2025 at 3:58 AM
Ammo System is in! 💥🔫
Here's the design I came up with:
* 3 bullets
* Successful hits don't use ammo
* 1 bullet reloads after 5 seconds of not firing
* Additional bullets reload after 1 more second
The goal is to reduce bullet spam, but also reward skilled play #nesdev
Here's the design I came up with:
* 3 bullets
* Successful hits don't use ammo
* 1 bullet reloads after 5 seconds of not firing
* Additional bullets reload after 1 more second
The goal is to reduce bullet spam, but also reward skilled play #nesdev
The NES game library is full of technical wonders!
One of my favorite effects has to be the spotlights 🔦 in "Rescue: The Embassy Mission."
What’s even cooler is how SIMPLE it is to achieve if you know the tricks!
Let me break it down for you! 🧵 #nesdev #screenshotsaturday
One of my favorite effects has to be the spotlights 🔦 in "Rescue: The Embassy Mission."
What’s even cooler is how SIMPLE it is to achieve if you know the tricks!
Let me break it down for you! 🧵 #nesdev #screenshotsaturday
September 7, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The NES game library is full of technical wonders!
One of my favorite effects has to be the spotlights 🔦 in "Rescue: The Embassy Mission."
What’s even cooler is how SIMPLE it is to achieve if you know the tricks!
Let me break it down for you! 🧵 #nesdev #screenshotsaturday
One of my favorite effects has to be the spotlights 🔦 in "Rescue: The Embassy Mission."
What’s even cooler is how SIMPLE it is to achieve if you know the tricks!
Let me break it down for you! 🧵 #nesdev #screenshotsaturday
It's that time of year again, fellow homebrew devs!
📣 Calling all #homebrew game developers! The #IndieRetro Homebrew Showcase on #SuperMAGFest is looking for your incredible creations!
Join the celebration and submit your game here: bit.ly/MFIRHSA2026
Join the celebration and submit your game here: bit.ly/MFIRHSA2026
September 4, 2025 at 8:55 PM
It's that time of year again, fellow homebrew devs!
September 4, 2025 at 4:54 AM