What We Found in the Vault
How Video Game Music Tells Stories: Orchestral to Licensed Hits
From sweeping orchestral scores to unforgettable licensed tracks, video game music is now a storytelling powerhouse...
Interconnected Gameplay – What It Is and Does It Work?
Explore how interconnected games link progress, story, and rewards across titles — from Mass Effect’s mobile tie-ins...
Mario Kart 64 vs Mario Kart Wii – Which Game Is the Best Retro Racer?
Explore our in-depth comparison of Mario Kart 64 vs Mario Kart Wii to see which retro racer truly deserves the crown....
NES Cartridge Screws Explained: 5-Screw vs 3-Screw Variants & Why They Matter
In 1985, Nintendo released the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in North America, forever changing the video game...
Nintendo Virtual Boy – What Went Wrong With Nintendo’s Boldest Gamble
The Nintendo Virtual Boy category explores the history, games, hardware, and legacy of Nintendo’s short-lived 3D...
No More - Boring Gameplay Mechanics That Ruin Great Video Games
This article explores how boring or repetitive gameplay mechanics can lead players to abandon games, highlighting the...
Pokémon Success – Secrets Behind Gaming’s Biggest Franchise
Pokémon’s success stems from its mix of gameplay, iconic characters, social connection, and smart marketing that keep...
PS1 RPGs – Best PlayStation 1 Role-Playing Games from the Golden Era
Looking to relive the golden era of role-playing games? The PlayStation 1 delivered some of the most unforgettable...
PS1 vs N64: Which Console Left the Better Retro Gaming Legacy?
This article compares the PS1 and N64, concluding that the PS1 won the legacy war, but the N64 remains the better...
Quick Answer – Does Blowing Into NES Cartridges Actually Work?
If you grew up with the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), chances are you’ve blown into a game cartridge more...