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What We Found in the Vault

Pac-Man Atari 2600 Logo – iconic 1980s maze arcade game

1980s Video Games That Defined a Generation – From Pac-Man to Zelda

Relive the golden age of gaming with our deep dives into the most iconic 1980s video games, from arcade legends to...

1990 Handheld Console of the Nintendo Game Boy and Games

90s Handheld Consoles: Ranking the Best Portable Gaming Systems

Discover the top handheld gaming consoles of the 1990s and their lasting impact on portable play. Key takeaways from...

Atari 2600 console with joystick and money icon – illustrating the high value of rare Atari games for collectors

Most Valuable Atari 2600 Games – 5 That Are Worth More Than Your Car

Discover the rarest and most valuable Atari 2600 games worth thousands, plus tips on console pricing, collector...

Nintendo Virtual Boy console with controller and stand – retro 3D gaming system released in 1995

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...

Jersey Devil PS1 vs Nintendo 64 platformer comparison banner

Gaming Perspective: Jersey Devil PS1 Made Me Question Everything I Loved About the N64

It’s a dark night. Clouds roll across the sky like ominous warnings. In the far corner of Jersey Town, there is a...

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...

Famous video game characters including Mario, Sonic, Pac-Man, Lara Croft, Spyro, and Ryu – iconic gaming mascots from different eras

Why Retro Gaming Is So Popular – 10 Reasons It’s Back in a Big Way

Discover how retro games shaped gaming history with their unique challenges, design choices, and difficulty compared...

1990 Handheld Console of the Nintendo Game Boy and Games

90s Handheld Consoles: Ranking the Best Portable Gaming Systems

Discover the top handheld gaming consoles of the 1990s and their lasting impact on portable play. Key takeaways from...

Batman and X-Men retro video game characters – classic superhero gaming artwork

Best Retro Superhero Games – Batman, X-Men, and More Classics You Can Still Play Today

A nostalgic deep dive into the best retro superhero video games, spotlighting timeless Batman and X-Men titles that...

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

Game Labels Explained: Black Label vs Greatest Hits, Player’s Choice & More

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