Retro Gaming Articles & Opinions

Enemy leveling systems can make or break an RPG. Oblivion proved what happens when you get it wrong. Final Fantasy XII's T. rex shows what getting it right looks like.

Explore our in-depth comparison of Mario Kart 64 vs Mario Kart Wii to see which retro racer truly deserves the crown. 

I like Joel, but I also don't. I'm glad he found happiness, yet I'm furious about how he did it. This mix is what makes The Last of Us one of gaming's most complex stories.

The 1990 Nintendo World Championships (NWC) was a big gaming event. It visited 29 U.S. cities and helped popularize competitive gaming.

The PS2 startup sound set the stage for so many great games. From the strategy of MGS3 to the quiet moments in Shadow of the Colossus, these 15 classics are must-plays for everyone.

Old-school games were brutal by design. Here's why that might have been a good thing.

Explore why Bloodborne’s punishing difficulty and brilliant design make it one of the most rewarding and addictive action RPGs on the PS4.

Kart racing hooked me in the early 90s and never really let go. Here's how the genre followed me from high school through adulthood, and what my kid and I have been playing together now.

Explore why retro games were so hard compared to modern titles, uncovering the design choices, difficulty curves, and timeless challenges that still captivate players today.