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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...

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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...

Colorful 90s-style graphic with bold retro lettering saying 'Back to the 90s', surrounded by nostalgic icons like a cassette tape, high-top sneaker, and pixel shapes – evoking the era of classic Legend of Zelda SNES and Game Boy games

Retro Deep Dive: The Legend of Zelda in the 1990s – Complete Guide to Every 90s Zelda Game

The Legend of Zelda is one of the most iconic video game series of all time. With over 51 million copies sold during...

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...

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...