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What We Found in the Vault

Screenshot from a Mario Party GameCube minigame showing four characters competing, with the text “Best GameCube Party Games” overlayed

Couch Co-Op Guide: The Best Multiplayer Nintendo GameCube Games to Play

The GameCube was built for couch co-op fun. From chaotic racers to wild mini-games, its party titles still hold up...

This in-depth guide explores the best PlayStation 1 game compilations every retro collector should own.

Disc Collection Picks: Best Video Game Compilations from the PS1 Library

The PlayStation 1 is one of the best consoles for collecting retro game compilations, offering killer anthologies,...

How to Use the N64 GameShark Pro

Expert Guide: How to Use the N64 GameShark Pro v3.1+ for Cheats

In past articles, we explored how cheat devices like Game Genie and GameShark opened up hidden possibilities in retro...

ClayFighter Sculptor’s Cut box art – rare Blockbuster-exclusive N64 game with unique characters and purple label packaging.

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...

Screenshot of Splatterhouse on the TurboGrafx-16 showing Rick in a hockey mask fighting gory monsters in a dark, blood-soaked level

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?...

First-Print NES Games: How to Identify Rare Variants & Values

From identifying rare first prints to spotting fake cartridges, our NES blog dives deep into the history, collecting...

8 PlayStation Hidden Gems You’ve Probably Never Played, but Should!

Forgotten PlayStation Picks: Best PS1 Hidden Gems You’ve Probably Never Played

The PlayStation 1 library runs deep — and some of its best games flew under the radar. Discover hidden gems that...

Game Genie logo for Nintendo NES cheat cartridge with electric green border

Game Genie Power: The 10 Best NES Games to Use Cheat Codes On

Unlock hidden cheats, weird glitches, and infinite lives with these must-try NES Game Genie codes for your favorite...

Red Dead Redemption PS3 box art – Regular vs Game of the Year vs Greatest Hits versions

Game Label Guide: Black Label vs Greatest Hits & Player's Choice

This guide breaks down the differences between Black Label, Greatest Hits, Player’s Choice, and other game...

Best N64 Multiplayer Games featuring character lineup from Super Smash Bros. including Mario, Link, Samus, and Pikachu.

Game Night Picks: Best Multiplayer N64 Games for 2025 – 2 Player & Party Picks

It wasn’t easy for the N64 to earn its prestigious place in video game history. Despite a surprising lack of...