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What We Found in the Vault

Pixelated collage of classic NES shmup box art featuring Gun Nac, Star Soldier, and The Guardian Legend with retro Nintendo branding and explosions in space.

Retro NES Shmup Rankings: 10 Must-Play Shoot ’Em Ups from the 8-Bit Era

Explore the best of 8-bit gaming with our NES blog collection—featuring classic game reviews, collector tips, and top...

Retro pixel art of Link alongside NES box art for The Legend of Zelda and Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, with the title 'NES Zelda Games' in bold text.

Retro Origins: Explore the History of The Legend of Zelda NES Games – Classic Nintendo Titles

If you're a fan of classic gaming, there’s no ignoring the impact of the Legend of Zelda NES games. If you're a fan...

1990 World Championships

Retro Recap: Nintendo 1990 World Championships – A Definitive Look Then and Now

Step back in time to 1990, when the world of gaming was about to be forever changed. Step back in time to 1990, when...

Final Fantasy IX PS1 Review – Logo over fantasy cityscape background with PlayStation and bold Review text overlay.

RPG Rewind: Final Fantasy IX Review – FF9, A Timeless Classic PS1 RPG

Final Fantasy IX remains a beloved classic, capturing the hearts of gamers with its nostalgic charm and a heartfelt...

10 best Nintendo Switch games with cover art for Pokémon Arceus, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Zelda, and more top titles.

Switch Essentials: The 10 Best Switch Games Nintendo – Must-Play Titles

The Nintendo Switch stands out with a versatile game library for all kinds of gamers. The Nintendo Switch has...

Main protagonists from Persona 1 to Persona 5 representing the evolution of dungeon crawling RPGs and social simulation gameplay

The Allure of Persona: Why Social Bonds Make These RPGs So Unique

The Persona video game series combines dungeon crawling RPG combat with deep social simulation, offering a unique and...

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...

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

The Evolution of Storytelling in Video Games with Immersive Narratives

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

The 10 Best NES RPGs – Dragon Warrior, Final Fantasy, and More on Nintendo Entertainment System

Top 10 NES RPGs of All Time – Classic 8-Bit Role-Playing Games You Must Play

For many retro gamers, the Nintendo Entertainment System was where our love of role-playing games (RPGs) began. For...

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...