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Kenshiro Enters South Town in FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves

“You are already dead.”

Kenshiro is about to step into South Town.

SNK has unveiled the legendary fist from Hokuto no Ken as the final DLC character of Season Pass 2 for FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves, scheduled for release in June 2026.

This isn’t just a collaboration—it’s a legend crossing worlds and walking straight into a fighting arena that still breathes.

The seven scars remain. Hokuto Shinken remains unchanged. And every movement still means the end for whoever stands across from him.

South Town isn’t just getting a new fighter—it’s about to face “finality” in a familiar form.

And when the silence after the strike finally settles, there will only be one name left standing.

“You are already dead.”

Full article & trailer (Thai coverage): https://www.retrovs.com/2026/06/kenshiro-fatal-fury-city-of-the-wolves.html

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SNK brings back NINJA MASTER’S on Steam.

A 1996 NEOGEO fighting game returns as part of the NEOGEO Premium Selection lineup, now available to wishlist.

It keeps its core identity intact — the real-time switch between weapon and unarmed combat, a system that constantly shifts the pace of every match.

The new version adds rollback netcode for smoother online play, supporting up to 9-player lobbies, along with full competitive modes including Single Elimination, Double Elimination, and League Tournament formats.

Also included are Practice Mode for combo training, Time Attack challenges, and a Gallery Mode featuring original artwork and development materials from the game’s early era.

One notable piece of history: NINJA MASTER’S is also considered the final fighting game developed by ADK for the NEOGEO before the studio eventually stepped away from game development.

For readers in Thailand: full article and video can be found here https://www.retrovs.com/2026/06/ninja-masters-steam-rollback.html

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SEGA launches “SEGA UNIVERSE” to bring classic IPs beyond games

SEGA has announced a new project called “SEGA UNIVERSE.” This isn’t just about bringing old games back, but about gathering the company’s classic IPs, reintroducing them, and pushing them further than before.

The concept is “NO OLD, STAY GOLD.” Classic doesn’t mean outdated. It just hasn’t been presented in a way that fits today.

What stands out is that this project isn’t limited to games. It will expand into other forms of media, including video, music, fashion, as well as events and fan communities

In simple terms, SEGA is shifting from selling games to building around its IP as the core.

That makes this especially interesting, because many SEGA IPs have been absent from the spotlight for years. Bringing them back under one name feels like putting them on stage again.

If you want a full breakdown in Thai, you can read it here: 👉 https://www.retrovs.com/2026/04/sega-universe-expansion-classic-ips.html

IP highlights for 2026

OutRun (40th anniversary) A driving game that focuses more on the feeling of the ride than competition. Its branching routes and iconic soundtrack still make it memorable today.

Bare Knuckle / Streets of Rage (35th anniversary) A side-scrolling action series many players grew up with. Its return in 2020 sold over 2.5 million copies worldwide, proving it still has strong appeal.

NiGHTS into dreams… (30th anniversary) A unique flight action game set in a dream world. It has remained one of SEGA’s most distinctive and beloved titles.

Sakura Wars (30th anniversary) An IP that successfully expanded beyond games into anime, stage plays, and more. A clear example of cross-media potential.

SEGA UNIVERSE isn’t just about reviving old titles. It’s about giving them a place in today’s market again.

Whether it succeeds will depend on one thing can SEGA make a new generation feel the same connection?

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Metal Slug Turns 30 SNK Launches New Project to Revive the Legendary Series

SNK Corporation has officially announced a 30th anniversary project for Metal Slug, marking a new push to reboot the iconic franchise.

From its arcade debut in 1996 on NEOGEO to becoming a defining memory for gamers worldwide, Metal Slug remains one of the most recognizable names in classic run-and-gun gaming.

For this anniversary, SNK has launched an official website, dedicated social channels, and a special video reflecting on the series’ history, while also hinting at its future direction.

30 years later, this may not just be a celebration but the beginning of something new being written once again.

Sources / Official https://www.snk-corp.co.jp/us/anniversary/metalslug30th/ https://x.com/MetalSlug_JP https://x.com/MetalSlug_EN

Full article (Thai): https://www.retrovs.com/2026/04/metal-slug-30-snk.html

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Krauser is back.

The legendary boss from Fatal Fury 2 is joining Season 2 of Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves on April 24, alongside a major update celebrating the game’s first anniversary.

This isn’t just another DLC drop for City of the Wolves. It brings new story threads, hints at deeper ties within the Stroheim family, and sets the stage for unfinished business in South Town.

If you’ve been waiting for Krauser’s return, this is it.

Full article and trailer in the comments. Thai version: https://www.retrovs.com/2026/04/krauser-returns-fatal-fury-cotw-season-2.html

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NEOGEO AES+ is bringing the real arcade home again

this is not a mini console.

this is NEOGEO AES+ coming back the way it was meant to be.

not emulation. not fpga. but a hardware-faithful rebuild of the original system.

it plays real cartridges. old and new. the same feel. the same response. the same arcade energy from the 90s.

SNK isn’t just selling nostalgia here they’re bringing back a piece of hardware history.

there’s a standard version there’s a white anniversary edition with Metal Slug and then there’s the Ultimate Edition

a full set console, controllers, memory card and 10 classic games in one box ready to go right out of it

this isn’t about convenience this is about authenticity

release date: november 12, 2026 starting at €199.99

Thai article: https://www.retrovs.com/2026/04/neogeo-aes-plus-reveal.html

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Street Fighter 6 just dropped a teaser for Ingrid, the final DLC character of Year 3.

She’ll be playable in Fighting Ground and will also appear as a new master in World Tour, letting players learn her unique fighting style.

The teaser keeps things intentionally vague. Where is this place? What exactly is “Monad body”? And who is Ingrid, really?

No gameplay details or release date yet, but more info should be coming soon.

Read the full article (Thai): https://www.retrovs.com/2026/04/street-fighter-6-ingrid-year-3.html

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Breath of Fire IV is back on Steam

Capcom has surprise-released the PC version, now 50% off at just $4.99

This is more than a simple port, with enhanced visuals, modern PC support, and quality-of-life improvements like window mode, V-Sync, and improved audio

The story still holds up, following Ryu and Fou-Lu on opposite sides of a war, with Nina at the center of it all

One thing to note: the Steam version includes DRM (The Enigma Protector), while the GOG version is DRM-free

Read the full Thai article: https://www.retrovs.com/2026/04/breath-of-fire-iv-utsurowazaru-mono.html

If you’ve been thinking about playing or revisiting it, now is a great time

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Hard to get in—they’re just waiting for my low poke and punishing with EX. That’s why I don’t like facing M-type players 😤 #esports #streetfighter #fightinggamescommunity #streetfighter6

Nice reaction? Nah—it’s Modern 😮‍💨

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Bleemcast! – The Emulator That Challenged PlayStation on the Dreamcast

Who would have thought that PlayStation games could run on a rival console? That’s the story of Bleemcast! Starting as a PC emulator, it was later ported to Sega Dreamcast, letting PS1 games run with better visuals than the originals.

Behind it was legendary programmer Randy Linden, using Clean Room Design to write code that accessed Dreamcast hardware directly. A key enabler was MIL-CD, a feature from Sega that let music CDs interact with users—allowing Bleemcast! to run on Dreamcast without using standard GD-ROM discs.

Supported games included Gran Turismo 2, Metal Gear Solid, Tekken 3. Bleemcast! upgraded graphics to 640x480, added Anti-Aliasing + Bilinear Filtering, supported VMU saves, and fully mapped Dreamcast controls.

While Sony filed lawsuits, the most famous case involved using game screenshots in ads. The court ruled in favor of Bleem!, confirming that using images for reviews or comparisons is fair use.

Even though Bleemcast! eventually went bankrupt due to legal costs, its name remains a symbol of innovation and Retro Gaming for fans worldwide.

📌 Read the full article in Thai at RetroVS

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Tekken 3 (PS) turns 28

From an arcade cabinet to a game you couldn’t put down at home

The port was smooth, it felt just like the arcade but what people really remember are the extra modes

TEKKEN FORCE, surprisingly addictive TEKKEN BALL, weird—but somehow fun

It made Tekken 3 more than just a VS game it was something you could enjoy even on your own

28 years later a lot has changed

but for many people this is still the Tekken that feels just right

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Read the full article: https://www.retrovs.com/2026/03/28-tekken-3-ps.html

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Sakura Wars 3: Is Paris Burning? — 25th Anniversary, the Peak of the Series

March 22, 2001 marks the original release on Dreamcast, and today the game turns 25.

This entry was a major turning point for Sakura Wars, shifting the setting from Tokyo to Paris while upgrading multiple aspects—from hardware to a more open and flexible combat system.

The story follows Ichiro Ogami, now sent to France to lead the Paris Combat Revue and deal with a series of mysterious incidents in the city.

The new cast features a wide range of personalities—Erica, Glycine, Coquelicot, Lobelia, and Hanabi. They may not seem to fit together at first, but as the story unfolds, they gradually grow into a team that truly trusts one another.

LIPS remains the core system, now expanded with Analog LIPS, allowing players to fine-tune the tone and emotion of their responses.

The opening is one of the game’s most talked-about highlights, known for its high production quality. Meanwhile, the ending theme “Mirai (Voyage)” delivers the series’ signature emotional impact.

And of course, Episode 7 is something fans will never forget.

Combat was revamped with ARMS (Active & Realtime Machine System), offering more freedom in decision-making, alongside fully 3D maps that make gameplay smoother and more dynamic.

Even after 25 years, this entry is still widely regarded as one of the best in the series.

Read the full article (Thai): https://www.retrovs.com/2026/03/sakura-wars-3-is-paris-burning-25.html

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Blue Mary is back

SNK confirms she will join FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves on March 26, 2026 as part of Season 2 DLC

A true grappler, she brings her Commando Sambo style focused on grabs, throws, and relentless close-range pressure. In this entry, her gameplay has been adjusted to match the faster pace, making her even more dangerous once she gets in

Story-wise, Blue Mary continues her work as a secret agent in South Town, but is pulled back into action when the legacy of Geese Howard and the Sacred Scrolls resurfaces

She appears in two modes Arcade Mode follows her entry into the King of Fighters tournament Episodes of South Town is a solo RPG-style mode where she investigates a missing person case that seems more complex than it first appears

As Season 2 rolls out new characters, Blue Mary stands out as a key pick for grappler players who prefer close-range control and constant pressure

March 26, she returns

Read the full article (Thai version): https://www.retrovs.com/2026/03/blue-mary-south-town-26-fatal-fury-city.html

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Today is the birthday of Sakura Kasugano 🌸 The schoolgirl fighter from the Street Fighter series by Capcom, who looks up to Ryu as her idol and trained hard enough to use Hadoken and Shoryuken in her own way.

This illustration also features another “Sakura.” She is Sakura Ayanokoji from the arcade game Gunslinger Stratos.

Illustration by Akiman

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Akira Yasuda (Akiman) shared this poster illustration he drew years ago to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the arcade version of Street Fighter II.

According to him, the piece was drawn during the New Year holidays at his parents’ home when he was around 26 — a nostalgic work from his early days.

Thai readers can also check out a special article celebrating 35 years of Street Fighter II here:

https://www.retrovs.com/2026/03/35-street-fighter-ii.html

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Final Fantasy VII Original Coming as a New PC Version on Steam

Square Enix has announced a new PC version of the original Final Fantasy VII with improved gameplay.

Existing Steam owners will receive the new version for free. The current release will remain available as Final Fantasy VII – 2013 Edition, but will be delisted after the new version launches. Save data will not carry over.

Final Fantasy VII – 2013 Edition is currently 60% off on Steam, with owners receiving the new PC version for free upon release.

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Today marks the 28th anniversary of Biohazard 2, the first meeting of Leon and Claire

January 29, 1998 marks the release of Biohazard 2, a landmark title that helped define the survival horror genre and elevated Capcom’s series from a niche experiment into a mainstream classic.

The game introduced two iconic characters: Leon S. Kennedy, a rookie police officer, and Claire Redfield, a college student searching for her missing brother. Both arrive in Raccoon City, unaware that the entire city has already collapsed under the spread of the t-Virus.

Biohazard 2 features separate scenarios for Leon and Claire, connected through the innovative Zapping System, where actions taken in one scenario directly affect the other. The same incident is retold from different perspectives, making repeated playthroughs meaningful and rewarding.

From the ruined streets of Raccoon City to the R.P.D. and secret laboratories, Biohazard 2 delivered a tense, cinematic experience filled with unforgettable moments.

Twenty-eight years later, Biohazard 2 remains both the beginning of Leon and Claire’s story and one of the genre’s most enduring legends.

Read the full Thai version: https://www.retrovs.com/2026/01/biohazard-2-leon-claire.html