What We Found in the Vault

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...

Retro Tech Guide – Why Light Guns Don’t Work on Modern TVs
This article explains why classic light guns like the NES Zapper only work on CRT TVs and how modern tech struggles...

RPG Rewind – Final Fantasy IX Review: A Timeless PS1 RPG Classic
Final Fantasy IX remains a beloved classic, capturing the hearts of gamers with its nostalgic charm and a heartfelt...

Stereotypes in Gaming: The Effects of Sexist and Racist Video Games
This article explores how sexist and racist video games shape harmful stereotypes, influence player behavior, and...

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...

Telltale Retrospective – The Wolf Among Us & The Walking Dead S2
A retrospective exploring The Wolf Among Us, The Walking Dead: Season Two, and how Telltale Games rose to fame before...

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...

The Art of the Retro Remix – How Modern Indie Games Honor the Past
Why games that look 30 years old keep winning awards—and how they're actually better than the originals [Updated...

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...

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...