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Retro Gamer 279 celebrates 20 years of the Xbox 360! The magazine also includes a 2026 Mario calendar.
Also inside: Stormbringer, Pipe Mania, Mega Man X, Real Bout Fatal Fury 2, Brian Shea, Terminator games and much more.
Grab it in shops or buy it online: www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/retro-gam...
Also inside: Stormbringer, Pipe Mania, Mega Man X, Real Bout Fatal Fury 2, Brian Shea, Terminator games and much more.
Grab it in shops or buy it online: www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/retro-gam...
The new issue of Retro Gamer is on sale now and includes a fantastic Super Mario Bros calendar. Look out for it in shops or grab it directly from us.
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November 29, 2025 at 9:13 AM
The new issue of Retro Gamer is on sale now and includes a fantastic Super Mario Bros calendar. Look out for it in shops or grab it directly from us.
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It's always fun when arcade games get hidden features at home, like this secret stage which only exists in the Master System version of Pac-Mania. Coin World seems like the kind of place we'd enjoy visiting, really!
Do you have any favourite exclusive secrets in home conversions of arcade games?
Do you have any favourite exclusive secrets in home conversions of arcade games?
November 28, 2025 at 3:52 PM
It's always fun when arcade games get hidden features at home, like this secret stage which only exists in the Master System version of Pac-Mania. Coin World seems like the kind of place we'd enjoy visiting, really!
Do you have any favourite exclusive secrets in home conversions of arcade games?
Do you have any favourite exclusive secrets in home conversions of arcade games?
The new issue of Retro Gamer is on sale and celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Xbox 360. It also features an amazing calendar covering 40 years of Super Mario Bros. Buy it in shops now!
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November 26, 2025 at 11:40 AM
The new issue of Retro Gamer is on sale and celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Xbox 360. It also features an amazing calendar covering 40 years of Super Mario Bros. Buy it in shops now!
www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/retro-gam...
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Do you remember Crispy Chicken Publishing's short-lived Gizmondo Power magazine? Of course you don't, because it wasn't real! This "advert" appeared in issue 1 of 360, which launched in the summer of 2005. With the Xbox 360 still months away, jokes like this helped to fill pages.
November 25, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Do you remember Crispy Chicken Publishing's short-lived Gizmondo Power magazine? Of course you don't, because it wasn't real! This "advert" appeared in issue 1 of 360, which launched in the summer of 2005. With the Xbox 360 still months away, jokes like this helped to fill pages.
Missing gaps in your @evercade.co.uk collection. Argos is just one of several retailers giving great Black Friday discounts.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Missing gaps in your @evercade.co.uk collection. Argos is just one of several retailers giving great Black Friday discounts.
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www.argos.co.uk/search/everc...
Want to play some great games, save some money and support a charity? Check out this tight bundle from @greenmangaming.com some bangers on there.
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Rediscover gaming legends including Tomb Raider, Turok 3 and more with the Masterful Remasters Bundle. Every purchase supports Direct Relief.
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November 21, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Want to play some great games, save some money and support a charity? Check out this tight bundle from @greenmangaming.com some bangers on there.
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What's your favourite Nintendo 64 game and why? Some answers will appear in the magazine.
November 20, 2025 at 12:43 PM
What's your favourite Nintendo 64 game and why? Some answers will appear in the magazine.
Retro Gamer 279 celebrates 20 years of the Xbox 360! The magazine also includes a 2026 Mario calendar.
Also inside: Stormbringer, Pipe Mania, Mega Man X, Real Bout Fatal Fury 2, Brian Shea, Terminator games and much more.
Grab it in shops or buy it online: www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/retro-gam...
Also inside: Stormbringer, Pipe Mania, Mega Man X, Real Bout Fatal Fury 2, Brian Shea, Terminator games and much more.
Grab it in shops or buy it online: www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/retro-gam...
November 20, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Retro Gamer 279 celebrates 20 years of the Xbox 360! The magazine also includes a 2026 Mario calendar.
Also inside: Stormbringer, Pipe Mania, Mega Man X, Real Bout Fatal Fury 2, Brian Shea, Terminator games and much more.
Grab it in shops or buy it online: www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/retro-gam...
Also inside: Stormbringer, Pipe Mania, Mega Man X, Real Bout Fatal Fury 2, Brian Shea, Terminator games and much more.
Grab it in shops or buy it online: www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/retro-gam...
So sad to hear about the passing of gaming legend Rebecca Heineman. What an amazing legacy she leaves behind. You can still support her Go Fund Me page here.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:31 AM
So sad to hear about the passing of gaming legend Rebecca Heineman. What an amazing legacy she leaves behind. You can still support her Go Fund Me page here.
www.gofundme.com/f/help-rebec...
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We've been chatting about how some series handled the jump from 2D to 3D more gracefully than others, and here are some examples of the ones we think really nailed it.
Which games do you think made the best transition from 2D to 3D?
Some replies will appear in the magazine.
Which games do you think made the best transition from 2D to 3D?
Some replies will appear in the magazine.
November 19, 2025 at 10:25 AM
We've been chatting about how some series handled the jump from 2D to 3D more gracefully than others, and here are some examples of the ones we think really nailed it.
Which games do you think made the best transition from 2D to 3D?
Some replies will appear in the magazine.
Which games do you think made the best transition from 2D to 3D?
Some replies will appear in the magazine.
Knuckles' Chaotix gave the echidna his first starring role, but it has become pricey due to a lack of official ports leaving it stranded on the disastrous 32X.
Do you have it? When and where did you get it, how much did you pay, and which region is it?
Some replies will appear in the magazine.
Do you have it? When and where did you get it, how much did you pay, and which region is it?
Some replies will appear in the magazine.
November 14, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Knuckles' Chaotix gave the echidna his first starring role, but it has become pricey due to a lack of official ports leaving it stranded on the disastrous 32X.
Do you have it? When and where did you get it, how much did you pay, and which region is it?
Some replies will appear in the magazine.
Do you have it? When and where did you get it, how much did you pay, and which region is it?
Some replies will appear in the magazine.
It's natural to want to share the gaming hobby with your kids, but how do you start them off? Do you favour a simple retro game, or go with a new game they can talk about with friends?
What was the first game your children played?
Some replies will be printed in the magazine.
What was the first game your children played?
Some replies will be printed in the magazine.
November 13, 2025 at 6:31 PM
It's natural to want to share the gaming hobby with your kids, but how do you start them off? Do you favour a simple retro game, or go with a new game they can talk about with friends?
What was the first game your children played?
Some replies will be printed in the magazine.
What was the first game your children played?
Some replies will be printed in the magazine.
We're not sure what the weather is like where you are, but the start of our week has been a very rainy one. We wouldn't mind so much, if the local scenery could match the beauty of this classic King Of Fighters 99 stage.
Do you have any favourite rainy stages in videogames?
Do you have any favourite rainy stages in videogames?
November 10, 2025 at 4:41 PM
We're not sure what the weather is like where you are, but the start of our week has been a very rainy one. We wouldn't mind so much, if the local scenery could match the beauty of this classic King Of Fighters 99 stage.
Do you have any favourite rainy stages in videogames?
Do you have any favourite rainy stages in videogames?
What digital card-based games do you enjoy playing (from Hearthstone and Magic Arena/Online to Balatro and Slay The Spire). Some answers will appear in the magazine.
November 5, 2025 at 3:49 PM
What digital card-based games do you enjoy playing (from Hearthstone and Magic Arena/Online to Balatro and Slay The Spire). Some answers will appear in the magazine.
You can see Darran discussing 20 years of the mag here. Enjoy.
@deanswain.bsky.social & Jim Middleton are joined by @retrogamerdaz.bsky.social to discuss Darran’s 20 years as editor at @retrogamermag.bsky.social magazine: traffic.libsyn.com/secure/retro... #retrogaming #retrogamer #magazine
November 2, 2025 at 11:00 PM
You can see Darran discussing 20 years of the mag here. Enjoy.
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This was amazing. Someone on Youtube makes videos where they play through issues of @retrogamermag.bsky.social, and their response to my interview with @kt.uvula.jp was so wonderful. I try to write articles that focus on the heart and soul of gaming. It worked this time! 🙏
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Let's Play Retro Gamer Magazine July 2025 - 25+ Classic Games from Arcade to Amiga!
YouTube video by Alex Krasny
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November 2, 2025 at 10:59 PM
This is very cool to see.
The latest issue features the Banjo-Kazooie series on the cover and is on sale now. Grab it in stores or directly from us
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November 1, 2025 at 9:49 AM
The latest issue features the Banjo-Kazooie series on the cover and is on sale now. Grab it in stores or directly from us
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What's your favourite digital version of Magic: The Gathering? Some answers will appear in the magazine.
October 29, 2025 at 4:28 PM
What's your favourite digital version of Magic: The Gathering? Some answers will appear in the magazine.
The latest issue of Retro Gamer is on sale now and features.
Banjo-Kazooie
Operation Wolf
Th Great Escape
Lumines: Puzzle Fusion
Steve Jarratt
kill.switch
8-bit jobs
Magicland 2
Sonic 2
Burning Rangers
And more
Grab it in shops or directly from us.
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Banjo-Kazooie
Operation Wolf
Th Great Escape
Lumines: Puzzle Fusion
Steve Jarratt
kill.switch
8-bit jobs
Magicland 2
Sonic 2
Burning Rangers
And more
Grab it in shops or directly from us.
www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/single-is...
October 29, 2025 at 10:01 AM
The latest issue of Retro Gamer is on sale now and features.
Banjo-Kazooie
Operation Wolf
Th Great Escape
Lumines: Puzzle Fusion
Steve Jarratt
kill.switch
8-bit jobs
Magicland 2
Sonic 2
Burning Rangers
And more
Grab it in shops or directly from us.
www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/single-is...
Banjo-Kazooie
Operation Wolf
Th Great Escape
Lumines: Puzzle Fusion
Steve Jarratt
kill.switch
8-bit jobs
Magicland 2
Sonic 2
Burning Rangers
And more
Grab it in shops or directly from us.
www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/single-is...
What's your favourite Xbox Live Arcade game and why? Some answers will appear in the magazine. (Image ©Microsoft).
October 27, 2025 at 4:33 PM
What's your favourite Xbox Live Arcade game and why? Some answers will appear in the magazine. (Image ©Microsoft).
Your letterboxes are about to get a treat 👍🏻
Gah-huh!
It’s the new issue of @retrogamermag.bsky.social featuring @rare.co.uk Banjo-Kazooie.
Many thanks to various @playtonicgames.com staffers for making this happen.
It’s the new issue of @retrogamermag.bsky.social featuring @rare.co.uk Banjo-Kazooie.
Many thanks to various @playtonicgames.com staffers for making this happen.
October 22, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Your letterboxes are about to get a treat 👍🏻
The Xbox 360 may have ushered in the HD era of gaming, but Nick primarily played his on tiny standard definition TVs.
Did you make the jump to HDTV when you got your first HD-ready console - or even before? If not, how long did you wait to upgrade?
Some replies will be printed in the magazine.
Did you make the jump to HDTV when you got your first HD-ready console - or even before? If not, how long did you wait to upgrade?
Some replies will be printed in the magazine.
October 20, 2025 at 11:25 AM
The Xbox 360 may have ushered in the HD era of gaming, but Nick primarily played his on tiny standard definition TVs.
Did you make the jump to HDTV when you got your first HD-ready console - or even before? If not, how long did you wait to upgrade?
Some replies will be printed in the magazine.
Did you make the jump to HDTV when you got your first HD-ready console - or even before? If not, how long did you wait to upgrade?
Some replies will be printed in the magazine.
Atari has announced the Intellivision Sprint - a plug-and-play version of the classic console with 45 built-in games, HDMI output and wireless controllers with new overlays. It's due to ship in December, for £119.99. How do you all feel about this console?
Intellivision Sprint
The first Intellivision console, brought to you by Atari. The Intellivision Sprint retains the authentic look and feel of the original, modernized with HDMI and wireless controllers. Includes 45 built...
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October 17, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Atari has announced the Intellivision Sprint - a plug-and-play version of the classic console with 45 built-in games, HDMI output and wireless controllers with new overlays. It's due to ship in December, for £119.99. How do you all feel about this console?
There's still time to pick up Retro Gamer 277, but issue 278 is due to hit the shelves on Thursday 23 October, so don't delay!
Retro Gamer 277 is out today, celebrating 25 years of the Total War series. Also inside: World Series Baseball, The Chaos Engine 2, Mortal Kombat 3, Heretic, Bully, Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace and much more.
Pick it up in shops or buy online at: www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/retro-gam...
Pick it up in shops or buy online at: www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/retro-gam...
October 17, 2025 at 12:23 PM
There's still time to pick up Retro Gamer 277, but issue 278 is due to hit the shelves on Thursday 23 October, so don't delay!
Sad news to hear that Tomonobu Itagaki, the genius behind the likes of Dead Or Alive and Ninja Gaiden has passed away at the age of 58. Our thoughts go out to all his friends and family. (Image Team Ninja)
October 16, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Sad news to hear that Tomonobu Itagaki, the genius behind the likes of Dead Or Alive and Ninja Gaiden has passed away at the age of 58. Our thoughts go out to all his friends and family. (Image Team Ninja)