What We Found in the Vault

Console Wars – Is the Sega Dreamcast Connected to the Xbox?
Explore the connections, rivalries, and legacies of classic gaming consoles, from Sega’s Dreamcast to Microsoft’s...

Console Wars: SNES vs PlayStation – Which Has the Better RPGs
From Chrono Trigger to Final Fantasy VII, the SNES and PS1 both defined RPG greatness — now it's time to settle which...

Counterfeit Guide – Video Game Reproductions & Homebrew Explained
As the retro video game market continues to surge, so does the risk—counterfeit games, reproduction cartridges, and...

Dreamcast Guide – 5 Underrated Sega Light Gun Games
Ranked list of all five Sega Dreamcast light gun games, reviewed from worst to best for collectors and retro gaming...

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....

Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions (PSP) – Why I Quit Playing
A nostalgic yet critical look at Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions for PSP, exploring its tactical brilliance,...

GameBoy Guide – How to Spot a Fake Pokémon Yellow Cartridge
Learn how to spot counterfeit Pokémon Yellow Game Boy cartridges with this hands-on comparison of a genuine cart...

GameBoy Guide: How to Tell if Pokémon Crystal Is Real vs Fake Game
Retro gaming can be tricky, especially for collectors. If you’ve picked up a Pokémon Crystal cartridge, you need to...