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Weekly Roundup #517

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If you’re anything like me, your “to-do” list is mostly just a list of cool retro hardware you want to buy. Well, the latest RetroRGB roundup is here to feed that addiction—and give you plenty of technical goodness to chew on.

The big news this week is all about the MiSTer community. We’re seeing major updates across many cores, plus some fresh progress from Lu’s MiSTer updates. If you’re looking to fine-tune your FPGA experience, now is the time to dive in.

For the hardware geeks, there’s a lot to unpack:

• RetroTink 4K updates: New firmware brings more modelines to the party, and there’s now a way to control your RT4K via USB from your PC.
• Dreamcast enthusiasts: The Universal Dreamcast Patcher has undergone a complete rewrite, making it better (and hopefully easier) than ever.
• New Gear: Check out the Morph 2K review and the Fightbox R10 arcade stick if you’re looking to upgrade your fighting game setup.

Whether you want to watch the breakdown or listen to it like a podcast during your commute, Bob has you covered. Grab a coffee and get caught up!

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Nintendo Direct 6/9/2026: Everything Announced!

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Nintendo just dropped a bombshell.

If you thought the hype around the Switch 2 was cooling off, think again. Nintendo’s latest Direct wasn’t just a routine update; it was a full-blown victory lap that leaned heavily into third-party powerhouses and some seriously nostalgic heavy hitters.

The headline shocker? To celebrate the Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary, Nintendo confirmed Ocarina of Time is coming in 2026. Yes, you read that right. It’s a “canon event” that has the entire community reeling.

But the news didn’t stop at Hyrule. Here’s the quick breakdown of the heavy hitters:

The Switch 2 Push: We’re seeing massive third-party support with Stellar Blade, Dragon’s Dogma II, and even a native Kingdom Hearts* collection coming to the new hardware.

RPG Overload: Between Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, Xenoblade Chronicles enhanced ports, and a brand new HD-2D Final Fantasy*, gamers are going to need a lot more storage.

Indie & Fan Favorites: Deltarune Chapter 5 is finally on the horizon, and Rhythm Heaven Groove* is returning to keep our hands busy.

Whether you’re a hardcore RPG nerd or just waiting for the next big Nintendo hardware leap, one thing is clear: the next generation is looking incredibly “zesty.”

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Fightbox R10 Pro Arcade Stick

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If you’ve ever been halfway through a fighting game combo only to realize your controller is lagging behind your brain, you know the pain. Enter the Fightbox R10 Pro—a powerhouse arcade stick that promises to make that frustration a thing of the past.

The big headline here is the speed. Built on the GP2040-CE firmware, the R10 Pro clocked in at a blistering 0.8ms of lag over USB. In the world of competitive gaming, that is essentially instantaneous. It’s a high-performance beast that stays under the $200 mark, offering incredible value for the price.

Here’s the quick breakdown of what’s under the hood:

• Precision Control: It features a Sanwa JLF-TP-8YT joystick, widely considered the gold standard.
• Customizable Layouts: You can grab a 6-button version (great for traditional fighters) or an 8-button version.
• Versatile Inputs: It includes a spinner and trackball that work beautifully, provided you aren’t skimping on your power supply.

While the reviewer noted some quirks with Fightbox’s separate wheel controller, the R10 Pro arcade stick itself is a winner. If you want pro-level response times without a pro-level price tag, this is a serious contender for your setup.

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Filmmakers and ISP WOW! Settle Piracy Liability Lawsuit Before Trial

https://torrentfreak.com/filmmakers-and-isp-wow-settle-piracy-liability-lawsuit-before-trial/

The legal high-stakes poker game between Hollywood and internet providers just ended with a quiet handshake rather than a dramatic courtroom showdown.

For three years, a group of heavy-hitting film studios—including Millennium Media and Voltage Pictures—have been suing ISP WOW! in Colorado. The accusation? That the provider essentially looked the other way while its subscribers treated digital piracy like a free buffet. With claims expanded to cover 375 films, the potential damage bill was hovering around a staggering $56 million.

The whole case hinged on a “safe harbor” technicality: Did WOW! actually follow its own rules to kick off repeat pirates, or was its policy just paper tiger? A judge recently ruled that the evidence was too messy for a quick decision, leaving the winner undecided… until both sides decided they’d had enough.

Instead of heading to a jury, the parties settled and dismissed the case. While the “settlement” amount remains a mystery, the real story is the legal landscape. Thanks to recent Supreme Court precedents, it’s now much harder for studios to sue ISPs unless they can prove the provider actually intended to help people pirate. It seems the era of massive, easy wins for copyright holders might be cooling off.

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Another Price Jump is Coming to the AYN Thor and Odin 3

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Z-Library Lets People Run White-Label, Login-Only Pirate Mirrors

https://torrentfreak.com/z-library-lets-people-run-white-label-login-only-pirate-mirrors/

If you thought the legal drama surrounding Z-Library was reaching its finale, think again. Despite the US government chasing two fugitives across the globe, the world’s largest “shadow library” isn’t just surviving—it’s decentralizing.

Z-Library is officially letting users run their own “white-label” pirate mirrors. In plain English? You can now host your own version of the site with your own custom branding and, most importantly, password protection.

This is a massive tactical move for two reasons:

• Stealth mode: Password-protected, custom-branded sites are much harder for copyright bots and law enforcement to sniff out than a giant, obvious domain.
• The “Hydra” effect: By turning users into mini-distributors, Z-Library is making itself nearly impossible to kill. If one domain goes down, there are a thousand others hiding in plain sight.

To sweeten the deal, they’re even offering a 20% revenue share of donations paid in crypto to help cover hosting costs. It’s a clever, high-stakes gamification of piracy that turns every user into a potential shield against the next big takedown.

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RetroTINK 4K Firmware v1.21.0 – More Modelines Available

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If you’ve ever felt like you were playing a high-stakes game of “musical chairs” with your RetroTINK 4K settings, Mike Chi just handed you the keys to the kingdom.

The new experimental firmware (v1.21.0) is officially here, and the headline feature is a massive win for customizability: you are no longer limited to just four modeline slots. Instead of constantly overwriting your favorite settings to try something new, you can now load many more modelines via your SD card. It’s a game-changer for anyone who loves fine-tuning their setup to get that perfect, pixel-perfect look.

To get the party started, a new VHS profile pack has been released to help users test the waters. Here’s what else is in the update:

• Expanded Customization: You can now rename modeline files to whatever you like, making it much easier to manage a deep library of profiles.
• Better BFI Clarity: The Black Frame Insertion (BFI) page now features a “BFI Pattern” display, showing you exactly which frames are on or off. No more guessing games when trying to nail that CRT feel.

This is still an experimental release, so if you’re feeling adventurous, grab the firmware, load up those new VHS profiles, and help the community squash any bugs!

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Retro Handhelds Weekly: SEGA Might Be Back, ROCKNIX Returns, and GameNative Hits 1.0

https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-102/

Grab your coffee and settle in—it’s been a whirlwind week in the handheld world, filled with everything from nostalgic rumors to some frustrating hardware news.

The biggest buzz? SEGA might be making a comeback. Rumor has it a company with a history of licensed SEGA hardware is eyeing a new retro handheld, potentially even featuring physical cartridges. If that’s true, the nostalgia levels are about to go off the charts.

On the hardware front, we have some mixed signals:

• The Good: ASUS is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a stunning translucent ROG Xbox Ally X20 edition.
• The Bad: Anbernic fans, take note—there’s growing evidence of hardware downgrades, specifically DDR3 RAM being swapped into newer RG40XXH boards.
• The Software: Big wins for emulation! GameNative has hit its 1.0 pre-release, and a new Linux distro called Armada is emerging to give Android handhelds a more SteamOS-like experience.

Whether you’re hunting for deals on the AliExpress summer sale or waiting for that elusive SEGA hardware, there’s plenty to keep your thumbs busy this week.

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Retro Handhelds Weekly: SEGA Might Be Back, ROCKNIX Returns, and GameNative Hits 1.0

https://retrohandhelds.gg/retro-handhelds-weekly-edition-102/

Grab your coffee and settle in, because the retro handheld world is moving fast this week—some of it moving toward shiny new hardware, and some of it moving toward disappointing hardware downgrades.

The big rumor everyone is buzzing about? SEGA might be making a comeback. Word on the street is that a company with a history of licensed SEGA hardware is eyeing a new retro handheld release, potentially even including physical cartridges. If that’s true, it’s a massive win for nostalgia purists.

However, it’s not all gold-plated buttons and green glowing lights. While ASUS is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a fancy new translucent ROG Xbox Ally X20, Anbernic fans are feeling the sting. It looks like Anbernic is swapping out DDR4 RAM for the slower DDR3 in some recent RG40XXH revisions—a classic “new version, old tech” headache.

On the software side, things are looking bright:

• GameNative has hit its 1.0 pre-release, making x86 emulation on Android much more accessible.
• ROCKNIX has released its first stable build in over a year.
• Armada, a new SteamOS-like Linux distro for Android, is officially on the horizon.

Whether you’re hunting for deals on AliExpress or hunting for lost cartridges, it’s a big week for handheld enthusiasts.

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Scalable Video Switch Transcoder Modules

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Level Up Your Video Setup: Meet the Transcoder Modules!

Tired of wrestling with mismatched video signals? Get ready to simplify your complex setups because Arthrimus is dropping new transcoder modules for the Scalable Video Switch (SVS).

These little gadgets are the unsung heroes for anyone juggling RGB and YPbPr sources. They sit right on the output side of your switch, smartly converting signals so your display always gets exactly what it needs.

The beauty here is efficiency. You only need one module per switch, and they let you precisely control which signal gets converted, giving you total peace of mind. Plus, you can stack them for ultimate versatility, letting you feed different types of monitors from a single source! If you’re looking to master mixed setups, these are a must-have.