https://www.antonretro.com Nintendo and retro gaming news, reviews, guides, and mods. en-us Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:46:42 GMT https://www.antonretro.com/guides/how-to-install-banjo-kazooie-recompiled-pc-port https://www.antonretro.com/guides/how-to-install-banjo-kazooie-recompiled-pc-port Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:46:42 GMT Setup guide for Banjo-Kazooie Recompiled, the native N64 PC port. Covers ROM requirements, installation, 4K and unlocked frame rate settings, and controller setup. https://www.antonretro.com/guides/how-to-install-ship-of-harkinian-ocarina-of-time-pc-port https://www.antonretro.com/guides/how-to-install-ship-of-harkinian-ocarina-of-time-pc-port Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:46:41 GMT Complete setup guide for Ship of Harkinian, the native PC port of Ocarina of Time. Covers installation, the OTR generation step, 60fps, widescreen, and the enhancements menu. https://www.antonretro.com/guides/how-to-install-zelda-minish-cap-pc-port https://www.antonretro.com/guides/how-to-install-zelda-minish-cap-pc-port Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:46:41 GMT Step-by-step guide to installing the Zelda: Minish Cap native PC port on Windows. Covers requirements, setup, controls, and troubleshooting. You will need a legal copy of the game. https://www.antonretro.com/news/donkey-kong-64-nintendo-switch-online-expansion-pack-2 https://www.antonretro.com/news/donkey-kong-64-nintendo-switch-online-expansion-pack-2 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:59:43 GMT Donkey Kong 64 has officially joined the Nintendo 64 Classics library on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, bringing the famous 1999 Rare-developed collect-a-thon to modern players. https://www.antonretro.com/news/nintendo-music-expands-to-web-browsers-tablets-android-auto-and-apple-carplay https://www.antonretro.com/news/nintendo-music-expands-to-web-browsers-tablets-android-auto-and-apple-carplay Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:42:38 GMT Nintendo Music is expanding beyond smartphones to web browsers, tablets, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay, with no extra cost for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. https://www.antonretro.com/news/rumor-nintendo-direct-reportedly-incoming-for-june-with-surprises-still-under-wraps https://www.antonretro.com/news/rumor-nintendo-direct-reportedly-incoming-for-june-with-surprises-still-under-wraps Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:23:08 GMT Nash Weedle and Jeff Grubb are pointing to June 9 as the more likely Nintendo Direct window. June 4 is still possible but looks unlikely with Summer Game Fest crowding the calendar. https://www.antonretro.com/news/minecraft-for-nintendo-switch-2-rated-by-the-esrb https://www.antonretro.com/news/minecraft-for-nintendo-switch-2-rated-by-the-esrb Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:16:25 GMT A dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 ESRB rating for Minecraft has been spotted, pointing to a native release. We break down what features, upgrade pricing, physical editions, and Nintendo collaboration DLC could look like. https://www.antonretro.com/news/suicune-pokemon-crystal-gets-a-native-pc-port-built-from-scratch https://www.antonretro.com/news/suicune-pokemon-crystal-gets-a-native-pc-port-built-from-scratch Fri, 29 May 2026 04:42:50 GMT suiCune brings Pokemon Crystal to PC via a hand-written C99 rewrite of the original Z80 GBC assembly, using SDL2 and restoring Mobile Adapter GB networking. Players need their own ROM to compile. https://www.antonretro.com/news/pokemon-platinum-gets-unofficial-native-pc-port https://www.antonretro.com/news/pokemon-platinum-gets-unofficial-native-pc-port Fri, 29 May 2026 02:56:20 GMT A native PC port for Pokemon Platinum surfaced on May 26, 2026 with full source code, running without a ROM, featuring 60fps, resolution scaling, and LAN/online multiplayer. Its legal status is uncertain. https://www.antonretro.com/news/paper-mario-recut-windows-static-recompilation-release https://www.antonretro.com/news/paper-mario-recut-windows-static-recompilation-release Wed, 27 May 2026 17:43:49 GMT Paper Mario: ReCut version 0.1.1 has been released by SMCGames, bringing Nintendo's N64 RPG to Windows through static recompilation with ROM validation, RT64 rendering, mappable controls, texture tools, and early 4:3 gameplay support. https://www.antonretro.com/news/nintendo-direct-rumor-mid-june-2026 https://www.antonretro.com/news/nintendo-direct-rumor-mid-june-2026 Tue, 19 May 2026 23:29:32 GMT Jeff Grubb says Nintendo is expected to hold some kind of presentation by mid-June 2026. It could be a Partner Showcase, but a full Direct seems more likely given how many release dates and first-party gaps Nintendo still needs to address. https://www.antonretro.com/news/pictonico-nintendo-mobile-game-may-2026 https://www.antonretro.com/news/pictonico-nintendo-mobile-game-may-2026 Tue, 19 May 2026 00:29:13 GMT Nintendo has announced Pictonico!, a new free-to-start mobile game that turns your photos into minigames. It launches on Nintendo's official site on May 28, 2026, with the US App Store currently showing an expected May 30 release date. https://www.antonretro.com/news/dusk-twilight-princess-pc-steam-deck-ios-android https://www.antonretro.com/news/dusk-twilight-princess-pc-steam-deck-ios-android Mon, 11 May 2026 06:17:28 GMT Dusk, the new Twilight Princess decompilation port from Twilit Realm, is now available with higher resolution support, uncapped framerates, gyro aim, quality-of-life options, achievements, and broad platform support. https://www.antonretro.com/guides/miyoo-mini-onion-os https://www.antonretro.com/guides/miyoo-mini-onion-os Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:09:06 GMT The ultimate guide to setting up your Miyoo Mini or Miyoo Mini Plus with Onion OS. Unlock the full potential of this tiny handheld. https://www.antonretro.com/guides/eclipse-gba-emulator-ios https://www.antonretro.com/guides/eclipse-gba-emulator-ios Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:49:59 GMT A web-based multi-system emulator (GB, GBC, GBA, NES, SNES, SMS, Game Gear) that runs in any browser. https://www.antonretro.com/guides/pokemon-ds-games-online-dns https://www.antonretro.com/guides/pokemon-ds-games-online-dns Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:46:38 GMT DeSmuME is a free, open-source Nintendo DS emulator. https://www.antonretro.com/guides/dolphin-emulator-setup https://www.antonretro.com/guides/dolphin-emulator-setup Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:46:38 GMT This guide covers the entire process of using Dolphin, from downloading the software and organizing ROMs https://www.antonretro.com/guides/streaming-3ds https://www.antonretro.com/guides/streaming-3ds Sat, 24 Jan 2026 19:42:10 GMT A comprehensive guide on how to stream your New Nintendo 3DS wirelessly to your computer using BootNTR Selector and Snickerstream. Includes setup for Windows, Mac, and Linux. https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/nintendo-switch-pro-controller https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/nintendo-switch-pro-controller Mon, 19 Jan 2026 07:05:54 GMT The premium controller option for Switch. Excellent build quality and comfort, but the price and D-pad issues hold it back. https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/luigis-mansion-3 https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/luigis-mansion-3 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 07:05:53 GMT The peak of the Luigi's Mansion series. Gorgeous visuals, inventive gameplay, and incredible personality make this a must-play on Switch. https://www.antonretro.com/guides/homebrew-wii-u https://www.antonretro.com/guides/homebrew-wii-u Sat, 17 Jan 2026 08:10:09 GMT Clean up legacy Haxchi/CBHC setups, Install the modern Aroma environment and enable coldboot homebrew safely https://www.antonretro.com/guides/top-10-switch-games-2024 https://www.antonretro.com/guides/top-10-switch-games-2024 Sat, 17 Jan 2026 08:10:09 GMT The definitive ranking of the Switch's legendary library. Updated for the Switch 2 era and 4K enhancements. Covers everything from Zelda to Animal Crossing. https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/super-mario-maker-2 https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/super-mario-maker-2 Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:17:11 GMT Super Mario Maker 2 is possibly the best 2D Mario experience ever made, filled with infinite levels, a robust creation tool, and massive post-launch updates. https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/tetris-99 https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/tetris-99 Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:17:11 GMT The Battle Royale genre gets a blocky twist. What started as a barebones incentive for Nintendo Switch Online has evolved into one of the most supported and addictive games on the system. https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/wii-play-motion https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/wii-play-motion Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:17:11 GMT A sequel utilizing Wii MotionPlus with mixed results. While some games shine, too many feel like tech demos. https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/wii-sports-resort https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/wii-sports-resort Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:17:11 GMT The perfect sequel that proved MotionPlus wasn't just a gimmick. Wii Sports Resort expands on the original with deeper games and stunning tropical atmosphere. https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/switch-pro-2-controller-review https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/switch-pro-2-controller-review Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:17:11 GMT The wait is finally over. After years of speculation, rumors, and longing for “Switch Pro” hardware, Nintendo has unveiled the successor to the... https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/paper-mario-the-thousand-year-door-remake-review https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/paper-mario-the-thousand-year-door-remake-review Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:17:11 GMT Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is a masterpiece of storytelling and turn-based strategy that finally made its way home to the Switch. It is the long-awaited remake of a GameCube masterpiece, and it delivered in every possible way. https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/super-mario-bros-game-and-watch https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/super-mario-bros-game-and-watch Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:17:11 GMT A beautiful tribute to Nintendo's history. The Super Mario Bros. Game & Watch features a fantastic screen, solid build quality, and a great selection of classic games. https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/paper-mario-the-origami-king https://www.antonretro.com/reviews/paper-mario-the-origami-king Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:17:11 GMT It may not be the Thousand Year Door sequel that we have been hoping for years, but it is something special in its own right.