The X68000’s built-in (internal) sound is already arcade-quality, so it’s excellent on its own—but when you use the external MIDI output, the instrument sound quality is on another level. I’d say a lot of X68000 collectors probably buy the system just to hear that sound.

If you don’t mind putting up with brain-crushing puzzles and occasionally unoptimized combat, you’ll find a lot to enjoy in OFF. heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/14/off…

Skies of Arcadia, forever in our hearts.

36 years ago today, the Sega Genesis was released. I was 11 years old. It blew me away then - and it still does. In my wildest dreams, I never imagined I'd get to make new games for the Genesis / Mega Drive. 🙏 This is our newest, GO FOR IT! It does what Nintendont!

Stop Motion Shmup Platypus Reclayed Blasts to September Release heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/14/sto…

Enter & Exit the Gungeon Hit Mobile heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/14/ent…

"Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion did an excellent job of quickly grabbing my attention and keeping me hooked in its early hours." heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/05/dae…

Not all heroes wear capes. Sometimes they wear robes, too.

If you see this post, say something nice about the Neo Geo. #retrogames #retrogaming

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Slay Monsters This Autumn When Deathless. The Hero Quest Hits Consoles heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/14/sla…

Tactical RPG Dark Deity 2 from Marches to Nintendo Switch in September heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/14/dar…

DreadXP Opens Submissions for 2025 Indie Horror Showcase heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/18/dre…

Can’t wait to jump into Eternia? Now’s your chance at #gamescom2025! Play He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction at the 8BitDo booth in the Retro Area: Hall 10.2 Booth F-021g tomorrow morning!

Absolum Blends Influences From The Distant And Recent Past To Create Something Fresh And New heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/19/abs…

"Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution is a ton of fun, featuring challenging boss battles, clever puzzles, and an engaging cast of characters with stellar humor constantly on display." Read our full review of WayForward and Limited Run Games 's latest here. heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/18/sha…

Iconic publisher Acclaim teases long-awaited news for next week. What do you hope to see showcased by the revived Acclaim?

Hey Poor Player's Andrew Thornton gets an early taste of GungHo 's Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, a beautiful update to a fantastic game. Read our full preview here. heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/22/tra…

Whether you grew up with Joe Musashi or are stepping into his tabi boots for the first time, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is a spectacular evolution for the series that cuts through the competition. Read our review of SEGA and Lizardcube #Shinobi's latest here. heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/25/shi…

Developed by Buffalo Buffalo, Fresh Tracks is a blast to play with a killer soundtrack and incredibly well-designed mechanics. Any fan of rhythm games should absolutely check it out. Here's our full review. heypoorplayer.com/2025/08/26/fre…