Public Events

Toggle sidebar

Retro Games and Consoles!

Group forum Group photos Group members

How to Spot a Fake Retro Game Guide

Thread starter 8bitedge
Start date Sep 9, 2026
Views 141
Replies 1

8

8bitedge

Member

Newcomer

Sep 9, 2026

#1

I put together a guide today on how to check for fake retro games ranging from Atari -> PlayStation. Thought it may be helpful to some users and relevant to the forum.

https://8bitedge.com/guides/how-to-spot-a-fake-retro-game

Going to add some side by side image comparisons shortly as well so hopefully it will be helpful.

Any feedback would be appreciated.

SylverReZ

GBAtemp's Dirty Pirate

Member

Today at 3:02 PM

#2

You know, there's already a website before yours that have guides for various consoles. https://gameverifying.com/

You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

GW Studio — Windows helper for Game & Watch Retro-Go modding

Replies: 3

Views: 681

Other Platforms & Oldies Jul 15, 2026

Serjio193

Conflicted about my recent retro revival

Replies: 2

Views: 722

Other Platforms & Oldies Dec 14, 2025

Skv0ra

Hacking how do I download games on a jailbroken ps4

Replies: 2

Views: 930

Sony PlayStation 4 May 6, 2026

Marc_LFD

E

Blown 7002 fuse and diode search close to encoder

Replies: 0

Views: 135

Sony PlayStation 5 Aug 23, 2026

Edu0894

E

T

ROM Hack Dragon Quest 25th Anniversary Collection Translation Project

Replies: 1

Views: 791

Nintendo Wii Jul 21, 2026

lordelan

Share:

Facebook X Bluesky LinkedIn Reddit Tumblr WhatsApp Email Link

Group statistics

Group owner:: p1ngpong

Members:: 514

Threads:: 43

Messages:: 349

Photos:: 8

Latest photos

Site & Scene News

1. 18K views
  
  How we cover AI-assisted projects - GBAtemp community check-in
  
  It’s about that time of year again where I check in with the community to see if we can get the front page aligned with what people are interested in knowing and what...
  
  Aug 27, 2026 by Scarlet
  
  360
2. 15K views
  
  Homebrew WiiCompiled lets you play Mario Kart Wii natively on PC
  
  WiiCompiled is a new project that lets PC gamers play Mario Kart Wii natively on PC without emulation. Using static recompliation to convert the code into native PC...
  
  Aug 26, 2026 by shaunj66
  
  53
3. 8K views
  
  Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look - now on YouTube
  
  The long awaited Grand Theft Auto VI Extended Look gameplay trailer has finally dropped on YouTube. As you all know, it had dropped 6 hours earlier on Netflix, and...
  
  Aug 28, 2026 by Costello
  
  89
4. 8K views
  
  The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct recap, Ocarina of Time remake release date revealed
  
  After being announced last week, the first of two broadcasts is set to go live later today with a stark focus on The Legend of Zelda and its 40th anniversary...
  
  Sep 8, 2026 by Scarlet
  
  128
5. 8K views
  
  Homebrew The Minish Cap gets a native 3DS port with dual/widescreen support
  
  Thanks to the recent decomplication efforts; The Minish Cap 3DS brings the Game Boy Advance classic Zelda title to your 3DS. The port takes full advantage of the 3DS...
  
  Aug 26, 2026 by shaunj66
  
  67
6. 7K views
  
  Xbox to offer digital licences with physical disc purchases
  
  In the wake of Sony's shift to a digital-only ecosystem within the next year, Xbox have today announced a surprising scheme. Aiming to offer physical buyers the same...
  
  Aug 26, 2026 by Scarlet
  
  96
7. 7K views
  
  Chary to step down as Chief editor: Thank You for a wonderful 5+ years
  
  It is with a heavy heart that I announce the departure of our beloved Chary from the position of Chief Editor. Chary took over early 2021 and has done a wonderful job...
  
  Sep 5, 2026 by Costello
  
  88
8. 6K views
  
  Firmware 23.0.0 released for Switch and Switch 2, brings docked VRR to Switch 2
  
  It's that time again folks, an update for the Switch and Switch 2, and a surprisingly big one at that! At lease for folks on the Switch 2. The most notable feature...
  
  Sep 10, 2026 by Scarlet
  
  51
9. 6K views
  
  September 2026 Nintendo Direct recap, new Metroid and Kirby games on the way
  
  The second of a two-part special, a more traditional Nintendo Direct is set to air today. Unlike the Zelda Direct the contents of this one is still relatively up in...
  
  Sep 9, 2026 by Scarlet
  
  82
10. 6K views
  
  Pre-orders open for the XBOX 25th Anniversary Collection
  
  To celebrate its 25th anniversary, XBOX has launched pre-orders for the XBOX 25th Anniversary Collection. For the occasion, the trailer below was aired. This...
  
  Aug 28, 2026 by Prans
  
  52
1. 360 replies
  
  How we cover AI-assisted projects - GBAtemp community check-in
  
  It’s about that time of year again where I check in with the community to see if we can get the front page aligned with what people are interested in knowing and what...
  
  Aug 27, 2026 by Scarlet
2. 128 replies
  
  The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct recap, Ocarina of Time remake release date revealed
  
  After being announced last week, the first of two broadcasts is set to go live later today with a stark focus on The Legend of Zelda and its 40th anniversary...
  
  Sep 8, 2026 by Scarlet
3. 104 replies
  
  The weekend is here, what are you playing?
  
  It's been something of a quiet week in the gaming space, with the deluge of big hitters trying to find their place before GTA 6 launches really kicking off next week...
  
  Sep 12, 2026 by Scarlet
4. 96 replies
  
  Xbox to offer digital licences with physical disc purchases
  
  In the wake of Sony's shift to a digital-only ecosystem within the next year, Xbox have today announced a surprising scheme. Aiming to offer physical buyers the same...
  
  Aug 26, 2026 by Scarlet
5. 89 replies
  
  Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look - now on YouTube
  
  The long awaited Grand Theft Auto VI Extended Look gameplay trailer has finally dropped on YouTube. As you all know, it had dropped 6 hours earlier on Netflix, and...
  
  Aug 28, 2026 by Costello
6. 88 replies
  
  Chary to step down as Chief editor: Thank You for a wonderful 5+ years
  
  It is with a heavy heart that I announce the departure of our beloved Chary from the position of Chief Editor. Chary took over early 2021 and has done a wonderful job...
  
  Sep 5, 2026 by Costello
7. 82 replies
  
  September 2026 Nintendo Direct recap, new Metroid and Kirby games on the way
  
  The second of a two-part special, a more traditional Nintendo Direct is set to air today. Unlike the Zelda Direct the contents of this one is still relatively up in...
  
  Sep 9, 2026 by Scarlet
8. 73 replies
  
  Nintendo's Customer Appreciation Sale goes live in the US, made possible by tariff-related refunds
  
  Announced a few days ago, Nintendo of America have today launched their Customer Appreciation Sale. Featuring 30% discounts across a wide range of popular first-party...
  
  Sep 13, 2026 by Scarlet
9. 70 replies
  
  Welcome to our new Chief Editor...
  
  A few days ago Chary stepped down as Chief Editor after 5 wonderful years, and everyone guessed the seat wouldn't stay empty for very long. Back in 2021 I proudly...
  
  Sep 10, 2026 by Costello
10. 70 replies
  
  Steam Frame price revealed, waiting open until 17th September
  
  After an accidental leaking of their review video from Linus Tech Tips last week, we somewhat knew that news on Steam's latest VR venture was imminent. Today the...
  
  Monday at 6:21 PM by Scarlet

Go to forum More news

Recent Content