Retro Gaming Articles & Opinions

From nostalgic remasters to bold sequels, explore how classic video games evolve across generations while balancing fan expectations and fresh innovation.

 Discover how a game that barely sold in 1997 turned into one of the most talked-about and successful franchises in gaming history.

A 5-screw Mike Tyson's Punch-Out sells for $250 while the 3-screw version goes for $47 - the screw count isn't just trivia, it's the difference between common and collectible.

My dad called into Swap Shop radio to track down Rygar, I saved paper route money to buy Tecmo Bowl in 1989, and I still own that original complete-in-box copy today

Shaun White Skateboarding turned Stride gum ads into unlockable achievements in 2010. Now, Fortnite makes you pay to become the ad yourself. How in-game advertising got worse.

Don’t let the old graphics stop you. We chose 15 PS2 RPGs with great battles, stories, and creative morality systems. Whether you’re a fan of Persona or Star Ocean, you’ll find your next big adventure here.

The Persona video game series combines dungeon-crawling RPG combat with deep social simulation, creating a unique experience in the genre.

Learn about Nintendo Seal of Quality variants on NES cartridges, from the original black/gold seal to white/gold changes, plus red-top Canadian labels and Classic Series reprints.

When Resident Evil first launched, choosing Chris or Jill wasn’t a statement. It was about the gameplay I preferred, like grenade launchers or lockpicking.