Explore how the Game Boy's design philosophy-simplicity, durability, and developer accessibility-is echoing through today's handheld renaissance. From FPGA-powered recreations to novel indie devices, learn how the Game Boy spirit could shape the next generation of portable play.
Indie developers are breathing new life into the Game Boy aesthetic-using historical constraints as creative rules, modern tools to simplify development, and fresh design ideas to make games that feel both nostalgic and new.
A deep look at how graphics in PC games evolved from blocky pixels and limited palettes to textured polygons and stylized low-poly art - and what that history means for today's games and creators.
From pixel art and chiptunes to demakes and spiritual successors, indie developers are mining classic PC game design for inspiration - then remaking it with modern tools, accessibility, and new mechanics. This article explores why retro aesthetics keep returning, how creators balance nostalgia with innovation, and highlights standout indie projects and developer insights.