Retro Gaming Courses and Certifications

ExplainingComputers

DOSBox Retro Gaming - PC & Pi

Learn to set up and use DOSBox for retro gaming on Windows and Raspberry Pi, including installation, configuration, game acquisition, and gamepad setup.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

NES Information Guide

Discover the technical specifications, hardware architecture, and programming fundamentals of Nintendo's iconic 8-bit gaming console from the 1980s.

• Study.com
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

javidx9

NES Emulator - PPU Background Rendering - Part 4

Explore NES emulator development, focusing on PPU background rendering, including pixels, palettes, nametables, and video memory addressing for a comprehensive understanding.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

javidx9

NES Emulator Development - Part 1: Bitwise Basics and Overview

Learn to build an 8-bit console emulator from scratch, covering bitwise operations, data structures, and NES hardware components in this comprehensive tutorial.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Veronica Explains

Open Source Cartridge Reader: Dumping ROMs and Saves from Vintage Game Consoles

Explore the Open Source Cartridge Reader for dumping ROMs and save states from vintage game consoles. Learn about cartridge technology, ROM dumping, and how to use and obtain this DIY device.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

ChibiAkumas

Bitmap Functions on the SNES / Super Famicom - Learn 6502 Lesson P7

Explore SNES bitmap functions, including memory-mapped PPU control, 16-color tiles, and screen setup. Learn practical techniques for tile definition, memory buffering, and bitmap testing.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

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Reconstructing Game Footage from a Game Boy's Memory Bus

Explore how to capture Game Boy footage using an adapter cartridge that analyzes the memory bus, reconstructs game state, and streams video in real-time without modifying original hardware.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

ChibiAkumas

Stereoscopic 3D on the Sega Master System with Segascope 3D Glasses - Z80 Lesson P57

Explore stereoscopic 3D on Sega Master System using Segascope 3D Glasses. Learn Z80 assembly to create full-color 3D effects on 8-bit hardware with CRT TVs.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

OWASP Foundation

Preserving Arcade Games - Techniques and Challenges

Explore techniques for preserving classic arcade games, including emulation, reverse engineering, and digital archiving. Learn about challenges and solutions in game preservation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

KansasFest

Apple III Arcade: Vertical Scrollers - Design and Implementation

Explore Apple ///'s smooth scrolling for retro game development. Learn 6502 assembly, memory management, and graphics techniques to create vertical scrolling games.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

KansasFest

Creating a Head-to-Head Action Game Using VidHD Text Modes

Explore game development using VidHD text modes for Apple II. Learn about Xslinger HD, challenges in assembly language, and innovative uses of retro hardware for modern game creation.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Docker

Retro Gaming with Docker - Building Cloud-Hosted DOS Games and BBS Platforms

Explore containerizing and hosting classic DOS games and BBS door games in the cloud using Docker, enabling online retro gaming experiences and innovative uses of container technology.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

ExplainingComputers

Commodore OS 3.0 - Retro Linux Gaming Distro

Explore Commodore OS Vision 3.0, a retro-futuristic Linux distribution featuring 200+ games and nostalgic software for vintage computing enthusiasts.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

JSConf

60 FPS Retro Gaming on Mobile

Explore techniques for optimizing retro game emulation on mobile browsers, focusing on static and dynamic recompilation to achieve 60 FPS performance in JavaScript-based Sega Master System and Game Gear emulators.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

RetroPie: Building a Video Game Console with Raspberry Pi

21 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn how to use the open-source RetroPie software to turn your Raspberry Pi into a highly capable, retro game console.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available