Retro Gaming Articles & Opinions

This article explores how sexist and racist video games shape harmful stereotypes, influence player behavior, and highlight the urgent need for more inclusive storytelling in gaming.

Before diving into FF7 Remake and Rebirth, I went back to the 1997 original, and it made both games infinitely richer. Here's how I structured the experience. 

Buy a used Xbox 360, and you'll get the Red Ring of Death. Order an old NES off eBay? Dollars to donuts it runs like a dream. Old consoles were built to last.

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.

Few things frustrate retro gamers like playing Hogan's Alley Hunt on a flat-screen TV. The reason it’s tough might surprise you?

A nostalgic yet critical look at Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions for PSP, exploring its tactical brilliance, frustrating performance issues, and better modern alternatives.

My employees get excited when they find a Famicom adapter. However, 90% of NES collections lack them. Here's how to spot the rare ones using the weight test and screw count method.

Sometimes quitting a video game is the better choice. Here’s why knowing when to stop can make the experience more enjoyable.

I paid $1,200 to settle a Blockbuster lawsuit over a photo. Yes, even in the mid 2020's, they still have a way of leaving a mark on collectors.