Euro Champ '92

Euro Champ '92 arrived in 1992 from Taito as a response to the massive success of the original Football Champ, and today we are playing it on the MiSTER FPGA with full gameplay and commentary. If you are new to the channel, welcome. This is the kind of arcade action we cover every week.

The game is a soccer arcade experience released to capitalise on the timing of the 1992 European Football Championship. In Japan it was known as Hattrick Hero, and outside Europe it carried the name Football Champ. The arcade cabinet featured a bright, energetic visual style that captured the excitement of tournament play. The gameplay is deliberately frantic, designed to pull coins from players attempting to win matches against the arcade.

The core mechanic revolves around standard soccer match play with a twist. When the score reaches a deadlock and becomes tied at any level, from 0-0 through to 3-3 and beyond, a special power move becomes available called the Super Shoot. Only the Captain character can perform this, and only once per entire match. To execute it, the Captain must be completely motionless in a specific area of the field while receiving a High Pass from a teammate. When performed successfully, the Super Shoot delivers a nearly unstoppable shot.

The arcade version you are seeing here on MiSTER FPGA runs the worldwide configuration with specific rules tailored for the European market release. Different regions of the arcade cabinet had slightly different tuning for the Super Shoot requirements, making this version distinctive. The game supports two-player simultaneous play, and matches are structured to progress through rounds with increasing difficulty against tougher opposition.

The cabinet hardware was solid for 1992, delivering fast sprite animation and responsive controls. The arcade version received subsequent upgrades and sequels. Taito Cup Finals appeared in 1993, International Cup '94 in 1994, and Taito Power Goal in 1994. The game was also ported to the Super Nintendo in 1992 under the title Euro Football Champ, appearing on the Atari ST as European Football Champ, and later included in the Taito Legends 2 compilation for PlayStation 2 and Xbox.

If you enjoy arcade soccer games, Taito classics, and honest commentary on how these competitive games keep you coming back, hit subscribe and join us. There is a whole world of arcade history here.

D-Con

D-Con is a two-player arcade shooter released in 1992 by Success Corp, and today we are playing it on the MiSTer FPGA with full gameplay and commentary. If this is your first time here, welcome. This channel exists to cover classic arcade games and retro gaming, and we play them exactly as they were meant to be played.

The setup is straightforward but demanding. One or two players control a spaceship and must defend a city by shooting enemy spaceships across multiple waves of increasing difficulty. The arcade cabinet used an 8-way joystick and 2 buttons for controls. The hardware was solid for 1992, running a Motorola 68000 processor at 10 MHz for the main CPU and a Zilog Z80 at 4 MHz handling sound duties. Audio came from a YM3812 and OKI6295 sound chip combination running in mono.

This was a coin-operated arcade release during the era when arcades were packed with crowd-pleasing shooter games. D-Con never achieved the same household recognition as some of its contemporaries, which makes it a perfect candidate for rediscovery. The gameplay is relentless, the two-player co-op is where the real fun happens, and the difficulty ramp is designed to pull more coins from your pocket if you actually wanted to progress back on the original cabinet.

The MiSTer FPGA is running this at full arcade accuracy, which means the sprite animation, the sound, and the input lag are all faithful to what you would have experienced standing in front of the actual machine. No filters, no upscaling, no modern conveniences. Just pure 1992 arcade.

Juno First

Juno First is a vertically scrolling space shooter released in 1983 by Konami. Unlike many fixed screen shooters of the era, Juno First features fast vertical movement through starfields, intense enemy waves, and a distinctive warp mechanic that accelerates gameplay between stages.

The game runs on Konami arcade hardware and is known for its high speed action and aggressive enemy patterns. The soundtrack was composed by Miki Higashino, who later became widely recognized for her work on Gradius and other Konami titles.

This video showcases Juno First running on the MiSTer FPGA, delivering cycle accurate arcade hardware recreation. If the title says gameplay and commentary, expect full live commentary with gameplay analysis, strategy discussion, and arcade history insights throughout the video.

Why You Should Watch

If you love Arcade classics, 1980s shooters, Konami history, or authentic MiSTer FPGA gameplay, this is for you. We break down mechanics, difficulty scaling, scoring strategy, and what makes Juno First stand out in the golden age of Arcade gaming.

New viewers welcome. This channel is dedicated to classic videogames, arcade preservation, FPGA accuracy, retro reviews, and deep gameplay commentary. If you enjoy authentic retro content with informed discussion and pure gameplay focus, subscribe and join our growing community of Arcade fans.

Flying Shark

Flying Shark is a legendary vertical scrolling arcade shooter developed by Taito and first released in 1987. Known for its fast pacing, heavy firepower, and unforgiving enemy patterns, it became a staple of arcade halls and later home systems.

In this video, we play Flying Shark using the MiSTer FPGA via a newly available core arriving in 2026. The MiSTer FPGA recreates original arcade hardware at the logic level, delivering low latency, cycle accurate gameplay that closely matches the real cabinet experience.

This episode features full gameplay with live commentary, covering mechanics, enemy patterns, scoring strategy, and what made Flying Shark stand out during the golden age of arcade shooters.

If you love classic arcade games, MiSTer FPGA content, and deep dives with real gameplay commentary, this channel is built for you. New viewers are welcome and encouraged to explore more FPGA powered retro gaming content here.

Premier Soccer

Premier Soccer arrives as a brand new arcade core for 2026, running on the MiSTer FPGA. In this video, we dive into full gameplay with live commentary, showcasing how this newly released arcade soccer game plays on real FPGA hardware.

This is a NEW arcade release for 2026, developed specifically as a fresh core for MiSTer FPGA users. You will see authentic arcade-style football action, responsive controls, and classic match presentation brought to life through FPGA accuracy.

Our channel focuses on videogame gameplay and commentary, highlighting new releases, arcade cores, and classic-style experiences on modern FPGA platforms. If you enjoy discovering new games, arcade revivals, and MiSTer FPGA content, you are in the right place.

Keywords covered in this video include Premier Soccer, MiSTer FPGA, new arcade core, FPGA arcade gaming, soccer arcade game, 2026 new game, gameplay commentary, and retro-inspired football games.

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Euro Champ '92

Euro Champ '92 just got a next-gen upgrade - well, sort of. Witness the silky-smooth brilliance of the wickerwacka core on the MiSTer FPGA, running on the Tatio F2 setup, serving vintage soccer vibes with modern hardware swagger! ⚽💾

Forget lag and glitches, this baby nails the arcade soccer thrill right down to the pixelated sweat on your players’ brows. Whether you’re here for the nostalgia or the pure technical wizardry, this video has you covered - goals, saves, and pixel-perfect gameplay included.

Why settle for dusty old emulators when you can have the real deal on MiSTer FPGA? Join the retro revolution and see why Euro Champ '92 is still kicking hard decades later!
 

Dead Connection

Dead Connection is one of those forgotten gems of the arcade world - a mobster-fueled, bullet-spraying classic from Taito that deserves way more respect. And thanks to the MiSTer FPGA, it’s running flawlessly on the brand-new Taito core by wickerwacka. Retro gamers, arcade fans, and FPGA enthusiasts… this one’s for you. 🎮

This isn’t just another arcade playthrough. It’s preservation in action. MiSTer FPGA nails the authentic hardware feel, giving Dead Connection the spotlight it never quite got in the arcades of the ‘90s. If you’re into mafia shootouts, retro gaming hardware, or just love watching pixels explode in style, you’re in the right place.

👉 If you enjoy seeing these forgotten arcade hits getting FPGA love, smash that like button and subscribe for more retro madness. Let’s keep the classics alive - one core at a time.

Surprise Attack

🎮 Surprise Attack has just dropped like a quarter into an arcade cab you didn’t know existed - and thanks to the wizardry of jotego, it’s now alive and kicking on the MiSTer FPGA! 🚀

This isn’t just another retro curiosity. Nope. Imagine the lost lovechild of every neon-lit arcade hall you ever got kicked out of for hogging the joystick. That’s Surprise Attack. It’s fast, it’s furious, and it’s loaded with that crunchy arcade action that makes your palms sweaty and your continues vanish.

🔥 You’ll dodge enemies you didn’t see coming.
🔥 You’ll mash buttons like your life depends on it.
🔥 You’ll wonder how the heck this game never got the fame it deserved.

The MiSTer FPGA scene just keeps levelling up, and jotego has once again proven he’s basically the cheat code to retro happiness. Whether you’re deep into arcade history or just love watching new cores push this hardware to its limit, this one’s a must-play.

⚡ Buckle up - Surprise Attack is here, and it’s not pulling punches.
 

Vendetta

Get ready to punch, kick, and fight your way through a classic arcade beat ‘em up experience! 💥 Vendetta is back in action, now running on the MiSTer FPGA with levels that capture the pure essence of the golden era of gaming. If you're a fan of fast-paced, no-nonsense brawling, this is your ultimate nostalgia trip. 😎

Jump into the streets, tackle bad guys, and unleash powerful combos - all while enjoying the crisp, enhanced visuals thanks to the MiSTer FPGA's power. Whether you're a retro fanatic or just love a good action-packed challenge, Vendetta serves up plenty of punches and plenty of fun!

And let’s be honest, who doesn’t love beating up bad guys while listening to the iconic arcade soundtracks? 🎶 So, grab your controller, get ready to fight, and let's throw down in this classic gem. ⚔️

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Die Hard Arcade

🔥 Die Hard Arcade explodes onto the MiSTer FPGA, and yes - it’s just as wild, weird, and wonderfully '90s as you remember. This isn't your average arcade brawler. This is the first 3D beat 'em up to hit arcades, originally released by Sega AM1 in 1996 as "Dynamite Deka" in Japan. And now it's making a glorious return - on the powerhouse that is the MiSTer FPGA. 🕹️💥

👊 Expect fists, flying kicks, rocket launchers (yes, rocket launchers), QTE chaos, and more button-mashing madness - all with the ultra-low latency and pixel-perfect emulation that only MiSTer can deliver. It's retro gaming at its finest, and MiSTer nails it. Hard.

😎 You get arcade-accurate gameplay, smooth performance, and that sweet sweet Saturn-era jank, all without pumping quarters into a machine until your wallet weeps. Whether you’re here for the nostalgia, the MiSTer magic, or just wanna see a cop suplex a dude through a vending machine - you're in the right place.

💾 Plus, let’s be real - any game where you can rescue the president’s daughter by punching everyone in the face is top-tier retro action.

🎮 Perfect for fans of:
Retro brawlers
Over-the-top '90s arcade games
Games where your fists are the answer to everything

⚠️ Warning: Watching this video may cause an uncontrollable urge to yell "Yippee-Ki-Yay" at your monitor.

🔧 Covered in this video:
MiSTer FPGA arcade core performance
Die Hard Arcade gameplay analysis
Fun facts and trivia you probably didn’t know
Why this game is still a blast today

🕹️ Whether you're into retro games, arcade classics, or testing the limits of what MiSTer FPGA can do-this is one core you won’t want to miss.

Metrocross

A brand new core has landed for the MiSTer FPGA, and this time it’s Metrocross! The high-speed, futuristic footrace from the golden age of arcades is now fully playable on MiSTer - and it’s glorious. Whether you remember dodging soda cans in the '80s or you’ve never even heard of Namco's wild platform racer, this is one retro blast you need to check out.

In this video, I showcase the new Metrocross core in action on the MiSTer FPGA, go over how it plays, what makes it unique, and why this addition is such a big win for arcade preservation and retro gamers. This isn’t just about nostalgia - it’s about experiencing arcade history the way it was meant to be played: zero lag, pixel perfect, and ridiculously fun.

Whether you're into MiSTer FPGA, arcade cabinets, or just digging into the weird and wonderful back catalogue of games you almost forgot existed, this one’s for you. Plus, there’s something very satisfying about watching a guy in neon green tights sprint over exploding tiles like it’s a totally normal day.

Don’t miss this one if you're building out your MiSTer library, chasing arcade perfection, or just here to discover cool games from gaming’s wild past.

👉 Like, subscribe, and tell me in the comments - did you play Metrocross back in the day? Or is this your first time seeing it?

Rolling Thunder

Step into the trench coat of secret agent Albatross and experience Rolling Thunder like never before - on the MiSTer FPGA thanks to the incredible JOTEGO core! Whether you're hunting down ninjas in pastel ski masks or dodging bullets behind crates, this classic Namco arcade gem is firing on all cylinders.

In this video, we take a deep dive into Rolling Thunder, the 1986 side-scrolling run-and-gun that oozes style, color, and those satisfying arcade vibes. But this isn’t just a nostalgia trip - it’s arcade-perfect emulation on the MiSTer FPGA, where lag-free controls, crisp visuals, and authentic gameplay bring the coin-op magic home.

Expect some gameplay, some insights, and a few jokes (probably at the expense of those yellow trench coats). We’ll also give a nod to JOTEGO, the core dev legend keeping arcade history alive, one masterpiece at a time.

Whether you played this in a smoky arcade back in the day or you're discovering it for the first time, Rolling Thunder is one of those games that reminds you why arcade classics never die - they just get ported to MiSTer.

🎮 Join the ride, shoot some hooded weirdos, and enjoy the sound of those iconic bleeps and bloops.

Cameltry

Ready to twist your brain and your screen? Let's dive into Cameltry—the wild spinning maze arcade game that just landed on the MiSTer FPGA via the Taito F2 core, thanks to the always-impressive work from wickerwaka! 🎮

If you’ve never tried Cameltry, you’re in for a gravity-defying, ball-rolling, timer-chasing good time. Think classic arcade vibes with a twist—literally. You rotate the whole maze to guide a ball to the finish, all while racing against the clock. It’s simple, chaotic, and way more addictive than it has any right to be.

This video showcases Cameltry running flawlessly on MiSTer FPGA hardware, giving you that authentic arcade experience without needing a quarter or a trip back to the '80s. Whether you're a hardcore retro gamer or just dipping your toes into arcade history, this one's a hidden gem you’ll want to see in action.

Expect vibrant colors, smooth gameplay, and some of that classic Taito charm. It’s retro, it’s quirky, it’s one of those “why haven’t I played this before?!” moments. And if you already love MiSTer FPGA or are obsessed with arcade preservation—this is one more reason to celebrate.

So spin your way through this retro gem and see why Cameltry still holds up as one of the most unique arcade games ever made. And yes, we may have gotten dizzy, but it was worth it.

🌀 Let’s roll!

Majestic Twelve

The aliens are back—and this time, they’re pixel-perfect! 🚀 Dive into the wild, weird world of Majestic Twelve as it blasts its way onto the MiSTer FPGA thanks to the incredible work of wickerwaka and the brand-new Taito F2 core. If you love arcade-perfect gameplay, classic shmups, or watching old-school tech get a second life in modern hardware, you're in for a treat.

In this video, we fire up Majestic Twelve (aka Super Space Invaders '91) on the MiSTer FPGA and showcase just how beautifully this Taito F2 core replicates the original arcade experience—no quarters required. Expect frantic action, flashing lights, and the kind of satisfying pew-pew sounds that only retro shooters deliver.

Whether you're a MiSTer FPGA enthusiast, a Taito arcade connoisseur, or someone who just wants to see what happens when retro magic meets modern tech wizardry, this one's for you. It’s shmup goodness with a nostalgic kick and a sprinkle of technical excellence.

Spoiler: There's a laser cannon. And maybe a cow abduction or two.

 

0mhz Dos Games

Do you own a MiSTer FPGA ?

 

Do you remember original Dos Games ?

 

If you can answer at least yes to the first point than this is worth checking out.  The idea behind this if you know the world of MiSTer FPGA is to enable Dos games launch from the menu of the MiSTer FPGA as a core would launch so every game is standalone.  Currently they generally run from a menu within one of the cores that runs multiple Dos games..

Each game runs an individual virtual hard disk which is extremely small in size allowing for the game to save and funtion as it would normally.

Relive yesterday with this great experience available from the developers website ( link ).

Dyna Blaster

This is Dyna Blaster running on the MiSTer FPGA.  I believe that this is a new core for the system.

This game is very smooth and I had no idea had an arcade version.  The idea is simple, kill the enemies with bombs that you collect.  You can modify your loadout with pick ups that will help you or get you killed easier.

This version has features that I've not seen in this style of game before such as enemies that bury the bombs to reduce the explosion radius and enemies that will hide in barrels to protect themselves.

The MiSTer FPGA is a great platform that brings multiple systems to one box and this is a standalone aracade core that is running on the platform.

Gameplay video is shown below.