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technology1 year ago

CDRomance Ceases Updates on Fan Translations and ROM Hacks

CDRomance, a well-known site for ROM hacks and pre-patched retro games, announced it will no longer be updated due to shifting landscapes and the need for reduced exposure. Updates will now be hosted in a forum requiring login access. The site, which has been ad-free for over a year, is seeking donations to cover maintenance costs. This follows a legal challenge earlier in the year and comes amid changes in the ROM-sharing community, including the closure of ROMHacking.net and the rebranding of RHDO.

via Time Extension|
#cdromance#legal-challenges#retro-gaming
gamingtech1 year ago

CDRomance Forced Underground: Fan Translation and ROM Hack-Sharing Site Threatened Legally

CDRomance, a popular fan translation and ROM hack-sharing site, has moved its hosted files off-site following a legal challenge. The site, known for providing pre-patched ROMs of fan-translated games and fan-made improvements, complies with the DMCA but has faced pressure from IP holders. Critics argue that the removal of such sites hinders video game preservation, as fan-made versions are crucial for making older games accessible to new audiences.

via Time Extension|
#cdromance#copyright-infringement#fan-translations
gaming1 year ago

"Modder Combines Resident Evil and Super Mario Kart for a Charmingly Frustrating Experience"

A ROM hack called Resident Evil Kart replaces Super Mario Kart's camera with fixed angles reminiscent of the original Resident Evil games, making the game significantly more challenging. The hack, created by MrL314, was released to the public as a ROM patch and presents a unique and frustrating gameplay experience, requiring players to navigate the track from skewed perspectives. Despite its difficulty, the hack raises the question of how other classic games could be revitalized by altering their camera angles.

via Ars Technica|
#classic-games#fixed-camera-angles#gaming
gaming2 years ago

"Mortal Kombat 1 Unveils Epic Roster with Returning Characters in New Trailer"

Fans have created various ROM hacks for classic video games, offering horror-themed makeovers or enhancements to the original releases. Examples include the EarthBound Halloween Hack, which features a darker tone and new enemies; Castlevania: The Holy Relics, which adds new stages and abilities; and Pokémon Snakewood, which introduces a zombie-infested Hoenn region. Other hacks include Doom: PC Doom Total Conversion, Metroid: Spooky Mission, Eternal Champions - Special Edition, Mortal Kombat Arcade Edition, Sonic.Exe, Contra: Hard Corps Probotector, and Zombies Ate My Roguelike. These hacks showcase the creativity and dedication of fans in modding and improving classic games.

via Bloody Disgusting|
#gaming#horror#modding