What We Found in the Vault

The Evolution of Storytelling in Video Games with Immersive Narratives
Explore in-depth analysis of video game storytelling, design mechanics, player choices, and the emotional experiences...

Video Game Sequels & Remasters, Balancing Nostalgia and Innovation
Explore reviews, strategies, and insights on retro video game sequels and remasters, highlighting how classic...

Why Bloodborne Is So Hard — And Why We Love It
Explore why Bloodborne’s punishing difficulty and brilliant design make it one of the most rewarding and addictive...

Expert Recap: Best Retro Horror Games – Scary Titles from the ’80s and ’90s
Most retro gaming fans have a closet full of widely-known platformers, RPGs, and party games. And why wouldn’t they?...

Why Retro Gaming Is So Popular – 10 Reasons It’s Back in a Big Way
Discover how retro games shaped gaming history with their unique challenges, design choices, and difficulty compared...

Collector's Guide: Counterfeit Video Games, Reproductions, and Homebrew Explained
As the retro video game market continues to surge, so does the risk—counterfeit games, reproduction cartridges, and...

Expert Insight: The Truth About Blockbuster Exclusive Video Games
The current generation of gamers has probably never even heard of Blockbuster Video. The current generation of gamers...

Expert Recap: Best Retro Horror Games – Scary Titles from the ’80s and ’90s
Most retro gaming fans have a closet full of widely-known platformers, RPGs, and party games. And why wouldn’t they?...

Expert Tips: Combating Counterfeits – How to Spot Fake SNES Games
Collecting Super Nintendo games can be exciting, but can quickly turn to disappointment if you're not careful....

RPG Rewind: Final Fantasy IV GBA Review – Classic Gameplay on the Game Boy Advance
Originally released as Final Fantasy II on the SNES, this classic was reimagined as Final Fantasy IV Advance on the...