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What We Found in the Vault

Final Fantasy IV Advance Game Boy Advance cartridge with review label – The Old School Game Vault retro RPG review.

RPG Rewind – Final Fantasy IV GBA Review & Classic Gameplay

Originally released as Final Fantasy II on the SNES, this classic was reimagined as Final Fantasy IV Advance on the...

Final Fantasy VI Advance Game Boy Advance cartridge with review badge – Retro RPG review by The Old School Game Vault.

RPG Rewind – Final Fantasy VI GBA Review & Gameplay Masterpiece

I became a Final Fantasy fan back in 1997 with the release of Final Fantasy VII—and I’ve played every mainline...

The Legend of Zelda Oracle series logo – Game Boy Color puzzle and action adventure games

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 and Luigi wearing headphones enjoying video game music with text 'How video game music tells the perfect story'

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...

Grand Theft Auto III artwork collage – exploring the GTA 3 impact on gaming, open-world design, and morality systems

The Evolution of Grand Theft Auto – Legacy, Controversy & GTA VI Hype

Grand Theft Auto III reshaped gaming with its groundbreaking open-world design, controversial themes, and lasting...

Fire Emblem The Sacred Stones GBA box art – tactical role-playing game for Game Boy Advance

Video Game Sequels & Remasters, Balancing Nostalgia and Innovation

Explore reviews, strategies, and insights on retro video game sequels and remasters, highlighting how classic...

Mario and Luigi wearing headphones enjoying video game music with text 'How video game music tells the perfect story'

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...

Grand Theft Auto III artwork collage – exploring the GTA 3 impact on gaming, open-world design, and morality systems

The Evolution of Grand Theft Auto – Legacy, Controversy & GTA VI Hype

Grand Theft Auto III reshaped gaming with its groundbreaking open-world design, controversial themes, and lasting...

Psycho Bandit character shrugging in a desert scene – Borderlands humor and chaotic energy visualized.

Borderlands Gameplay: Why It's Still So Addictive in 2025

Borderlands delivers just enough story to support its wild gameplay, blending humor, chaos, and character-driven...

Infamous game character standing between good and evil choices – karma morality system gameplay for PlayStation 3

Do You Like Playing Video Games with Karma Morality Systems?

Explore how karma morality systems in video games shape storytelling, player choices, and emotional engagement...

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