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The Legend of Zelda A Link to the Past SNES title screen showing the Master Sword in stone

Zelda: A Link to Past – Expert Review | SNES 2025

Expert review: Why Zelda Link to the Past remains one of gaming's greatest masterpieces 30+ years later. Worth...

Post-apocalyptic video game characters from The Last of Us, Death Stranding, and Mad Max – immersive narrative-driven action games

Gaming Evolution – The Rise of Immersive Storytelling in Video Games

Explore in-depth analysis of video game storytelling, design mechanics, player choices, and the emotional experiences...

Lickitung holding a Nintendo Switch Zelda cartridge, referencing the taste test method used to spot fake game cartridges.

How to Spot Fake Nintendo Switch Games: Cartridge Authentication Guide

The Nintendo Switch has become a fan favorite, thanks to its wide variety of games that cater to players of all ages...

NES Metroid password screen – retro video game save system using alphanumeric codes

Retro Games vs Modern Games – Why Old Games Were So Hard

Explore why retro games were so hard compared to modern titles, uncovering the design choices, difficulty curves, and...

Indie games inspired by retro classics – modern developers reviving nostalgic game design.

The Art of the Retro Remix – How Modern Indie Games Honor the Past

Why games that look 30 years old keep winning awards—and how they're actually better than the originals [Updated...